North Carolina
Lake Lure Vacation Rentals
A mountain lake in the Hickory Nut Gorge, under the cliffs of Chimney Rock.
Lake Lure sits at the bottom of the Hickory Nut Gorge with Chimney Rock standing over it, which is why it photographs the way it does and why the 1980s film Dirty Dancing was shot here.
It works as a swimming and boating trip more than a hiking one, though the trails are right there if you want them.
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Lake Lure Beach
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day, with boats, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and a water park.
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Lake Lure Tours
Hourly boat tours plus twilight and dinner cruises, and boat rentals if you would rather drive.
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Chimney Rock State Park
The monolith above the lake, with panoramic views back over the gorge.
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Morse Park & Greenway
A 23 acre town park at the west end of the lake, with restored wetlands and views of Chimney Rock.
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Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
A former highway bridge turned free public garden over the Rocky Broad River.
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