Welcome to Rutherford County, North Carolina

Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills is an ideal destination all year long. Four distinct seasons offer visitors an abundance of opportunities to create unique experiences each time they visit. Join us in the spring as nature comes to life in our greenways, parks and trails or spend your summer by the lake enjoying the cool water on a hot summer day. Relish in the peace and quiet as you meander down scenic country roads surrounded by the brilliant colors of fall that blanket the mountains, or spend the holidays entranced by a magical display of over a million Christmas lights and downtown carriage rides.

Offering a variety of affordable lodging from private mountain cabin rentals to historic B&Bs, Lake Lure and the surrounding small towns of Chimney Rock, Rutherfordton, Forest City, Bostic and Spindale make Rutherford County the perfect place to spend your next vacation!

Spend Christmas in Carolina

This holiday season experience a true Carolina Christmas including Santa, carriage rides, the largest living Christmas tree in N.C, and the millions of lights on display in Forest City.

Places to Stay

No matter what your preferred travel style, we have something for everyone during your stay. Choose from a variety of lodging options such as a secluded mountain cabin, quaint cottage on the lake, all...

Towns

Six small towns, each with their own story to tell and adventures to seek. Visit the serene lake town of Lake Lure, revel in the beautiful mountains that frame the background of Chimney Rock, take a...

Events

Each year people flock to Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills for our famous events and festivals such as the Lake Lure Dirty Dancing Festival, Forest City's Hot Nights and Cool Rides antique...

Trip Ideas

Holiday Feasts, Shops and Festivities Welcome...

There is no place like home for the holidays; but there is something magical about starting new yuletide traditions amongst sweet southern charm to... Read More

Morse Park Sensory Trail

Purple Martin Greenway Sensory Trail

Would you like a scenic view with that meal? Why...

Seasonal Adventures

Shop the arts and street festivals, listen to homegrown music, enjoy gorgeous fall hues and the bright lights of Christmas. With so many choices, you'll want to visit Rutherford County season after season.

Fall

Lake Lure & The Blue Ridge Foothills turn into a wonderland of color during the fall. Take one of our scenic driving tours to see some of the best...

Winter

Winter is one of the best times to visit us as we light up Forest City with more than a million holiday lights. Take a carriage ride through downtown...