Guidebook for Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Surrounding Area

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Guidebook for Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Surrounding Area

Parks & Nature

Stunning views. Fun activities. Our favorite is "Bug Day!"
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Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main St
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Stunning views. Fun activities. Our favorite is "Bug Day!"
Very unique flowering bridge with views of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.
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3070 Memorial Hwy
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Very unique flowering bridge with views of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.
Part of the Florence Nature Preserve. Hike to Little Bearwallow Falls. 2.3 miles round trip. Moderate to strenuous. Free.
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Wildcat Rock Trail
3823 Gerton Hwy
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Part of the Florence Nature Preserve. Hike to Little Bearwallow Falls. 2.3 miles round trip. Moderate to strenuous. Free.
Exceptionally well maintained trail leading to stunning Pearson's Falls. Easy hike from parking area.
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Pearson's Falls
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Exceptionally well maintained trail leading to stunning Pearson's Falls. Easy hike from parking area.
Morse park has level walking trails with beautiful views of Lake Lure and the surrounding mountains. It also has basketball and tennis courts, a playground and a picnic area. The park adjoins the Lake Lure Marina where the tour boats depart.
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Morse Park
2948 Memorial Hwy
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Morse park has level walking trails with beautiful views of Lake Lure and the surrounding mountains. It also has basketball and tennis courts, a playground and a picnic area. The park adjoins the Lake Lure Marina where the tour boats depart.
This wonderful park was created in 2014 by the Town of Lake Lure with land conservation and trail development help from Conserving Carolina. The Buffalo Creek Loop Trail is a 3.5 mile hiking and biking loop which connects to the 10 mile Weed Patch Mountain Trail, leading to Eagle Rock. The loop trail is shared by bikers and hikers and is well marked so that hikers head in one direction and bikers in the opposite which varies on different days of the week. The hike is moderately strenuous.
Buffalo Creek Park
This wonderful park was created in 2014 by the Town of Lake Lure with land conservation and trail development help from Conserving Carolina. The Buffalo Creek Loop Trail is a 3.5 mile hiking and biking loop which connects to the 10 mile Weed Patch Mountain Trail, leading to Eagle Rock. The loop trail is shared by bikers and hikers and is well marked so that hikers head in one direction and bikers in the opposite which varies on different days of the week. The hike is moderately strenuous.
Stroll along the Rocky Broad Riverwalk in the heart of Chimney Rock Village and fish in the Rocky Broad River. This river is well stocked and fishing is year round (except for February), with Dec-Mar being “catch and release” months. All fishing in North Carolina requires a N.C. Fishing License & if fishing for trout, you must have the additional “Trout Stamp” on your license. Licenses can be purchased on the N.C. Wildlife Organization's website.
Rocky Broad Riverwalk, Chimney Rock, NC 28720, Yhdysvallat
Stroll along the Rocky Broad Riverwalk in the heart of Chimney Rock Village and fish in the Rocky Broad River. This river is well stocked and fishing is year round (except for February), with Dec-Mar being “catch and release” months. All fishing in North Carolina requires a N.C. Fishing License & if fishing for trout, you must have the additional “Trout Stamp” on your license. Licenses can be purchased on the N.C. Wildlife Organization's website.

Essentials

Great deli!
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Ingles Market
276 NC-9
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Great deli!
An old fashioned country store that has everything from local honey to hiking boots!
Mcguinns Store
4884 NC-9
An old fashioned country store that has everything from local honey to hiking boots!
Excellent coffee, tea, wine, snacks and cookies. Also delicious locally made frozen dinners.
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Lured Market & Grill
2655 Memorial Hwy
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Excellent coffee, tea, wine, snacks and cookies. Also delicious locally made frozen dinners.

Entertainment & Activities

Outdoor adventure park. Come soar the forest in the Blue Ridge foothills for a truly unique and exciting experience in nature.
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Canopy Ridge Farm
7115 US-64
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Outdoor adventure park. Come soar the forest in the Blue Ridge foothills for a truly unique and exciting experience in nature.
Rent a boat or take a guided boat tour of our beautiful lake surrounded by rugged mountains. Enjoy the only beach in the mountains and visit the boat and auto shows in spring and fall.
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Lake Lure / Washburn Marina
2930 Memorial Hwy
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Rent a boat or take a guided boat tour of our beautiful lake surrounded by rugged mountains. Enjoy the only beach in the mountains and visit the boat and auto shows in spring and fall.
Water sports equipment rental. Fun activities for the whole family - water skiing, wake boarding, tubing, or just a relaxing ride on a pontoon boat.
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Lake Lure Adventure Company
470 Memorial Hwy
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Water sports equipment rental. Fun activities for the whole family - water skiing, wake boarding, tubing, or just a relaxing ride on a pontoon boat.
Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (TIEC) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. Home of the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018, TIEC offers first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines. In addition to enjoying the competition experience, TIEC also offers a diverse selection of onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, family entertainment, and more.
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Tryon International Equestrian Center
25 International Blvd
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Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (TIEC) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. Home of the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018, TIEC offers first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines. In addition to enjoying the competition experience, TIEC also offers a diverse selection of onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, family entertainment, and more.

City/town information

Enjoy taking a stroll through this quaint and charming mountain village. From charming boutiques and high-end outfitters to locally-made crafts and art galleries, our collection of small town shops offer fun ideas and original gifts to meet all your shopping needs.
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Chimney Rock
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Enjoy taking a stroll through this quaint and charming mountain village. From charming boutiques and high-end outfitters to locally-made crafts and art galleries, our collection of small town shops offer fun ideas and original gifts to meet all your shopping needs.
We love living in our charming, small mountain town. Walking along the Boardwalk at the Washburn Marina or on the Flowering Bridge, hiking, boating, visiting the shops and the many outside dining restaurants and simply breathing in the fresh, clean air. And sunset on Lake Lure is especially stunning!
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Lake Lure
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We love living in our charming, small mountain town. Walking along the Boardwalk at the Washburn Marina or on the Flowering Bridge, hiking, boating, visiting the shops and the many outside dining restaurants and simply breathing in the fresh, clean air. And sunset on Lake Lure is especially stunning!

Food scene

Larkin's has a new owner, new menu and the restaurant has been renamed Lake House Bar & Grill. Excellent food and gorgeous views of Lake Lure. Dine in or outside by the lake.
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Larkin's On the Lake Restaurant
1020 Memorial Hwy
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Larkin's has a new owner, new menu and the restaurant has been renamed Lake House Bar & Grill. Excellent food and gorgeous views of Lake Lure. Dine in or outside by the lake.
Casual, fine dining in Chimney Rock Village right on the Rocky Broad River.
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The Highlands Kitchen & Bar
451 Main Street
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Casual, fine dining in Chimney Rock Village right on the Rocky Broad River.
Excellent Italian food. Overlooks Lake Lure. Dine or out. Take out.
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La Strada At Lake Lure
2693 Memorial Hwy
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Excellent Italian food. Overlooks Lake Lure. Dine or out. Take out.
Outside dining with fabulous views of Chimney Rock Mountain. Excellent wine choices and gifts.
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The Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro
438 Main St
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Outside dining with fabulous views of Chimney Rock Mountain. Excellent wine choices and gifts.
Riverside restaurant for people of all ages to enjoy live entertainment, such as open mic nights and comedy shows. Enjoy appetizers, BBQ, and craft beers, all while taking in the views of the Rocky Broad River. Great food. Friendly people.
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Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery at Chimney Rock
461 Main St
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Riverside restaurant for people of all ages to enjoy live entertainment, such as open mic nights and comedy shows. Enjoy appetizers, BBQ, and craft beers, all while taking in the views of the Rocky Broad River. Great food. Friendly people.
Restaurant has excellent food, outdoor and indoor dining. Live music on weekends. Market has wine, gourmet food and local creations.
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Lured Market & Grill
2655 Memorial Hwy
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Restaurant has excellent food, outdoor and indoor dining. Live music on weekends. Market has wine, gourmet food and local creations.
Centrally located in Chimney Rock, the Smokehouse smokes every day to ensure quality & freshness. Wonderful smoked brisket, ribs, etc. Best Brunswick Stew ever!
Chimney Rock Smokehouse
Centrally located in Chimney Rock, the Smokehouse smokes every day to ensure quality & freshness. Wonderful smoked brisket, ribs, etc. Best Brunswick Stew ever!
Family-owned riverside restaurant in Chimney Rock with creative burgers & full service bar with local craft beers, plus outdoor seating & TVs. Fun gathering place in the village close to shops, gem mining, etc.
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Riverwatch Bar & Grill
379 Main St
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Family-owned riverside restaurant in Chimney Rock with creative burgers & full service bar with local craft beers, plus outdoor seating & TVs. Fun gathering place in the village close to shops, gem mining, etc.
Upscale dining with excellent food and service.
Appalachia Restaurant
Upscale dining with excellent food and service.
Wonderful Mexican food in fun, festive atmosphere. Great Service.
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El Lago Mexican Restaurant
119 Arcade St
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Wonderful Mexican food in fun, festive atmosphere. Great Service.

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Be prepared for occasional snow and ice in the winter.

Check weather in advance, especially in Jan-Mar. It's helpful to have 4-wheel drive when driving in ice and/or snow. We are located in a wooded area and occasionally you might spot a bear. We are guests in their world so to protect them and your cars, please lock your cars when not occupied, especially at night.
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Booking boat rentals

If you plan on booking a boat rental with one of our local rental agencies, please first read the Town of Lake Lure Boat Regulations for non-residents on the Town's website. Boats can be rented from the Washburn Marina or Lake Lure Adventure Company. They can also provide you with the Town's boat rental policies. Fishing licenses are required to fish in any area waters and can be obtained online from NC Wildlife & Fisheries.