Explore the Blue Ridge Outdoors this Summer

From beginners to extreme outdoor enthusiasts - and all abilities in between – Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills packs in a variety of scenic trails, sure to provide ample natural distractions for a day, a weekend or an entire season. Whether you hike, bike, paddle or stroll, you will have the…

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View it or do it, Area Surges with New Growth

Even before our claim to fame as the film location for the blockbuster hits “Dirty Dancing” and “Last of the Mohicans,” Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills of Western North Carolina was firmly established as a longtime visitor hotspot. Of even loftier distinction has always been our picture…

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Outdoor Adventures in Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills

Download our Outdoor Adventures Map to see a complete list of trails. LAKE LURE, N.C. (April 29, 2016): Hike, bike, paddle or stroll and have the time of your life on more than 10 scenic trails in Lake Lure & the Blue Ridge Foothills. Home to Chimney Rock State Park and 27 miles of shoreline around…

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Unplug this Summer in Western North Carolina

Unplug from Your Daily Grind and Recharge Your Body and Mind Leave your laptop on the charger and trade your hectic life for a digital detox getaway in western North Carolina. Whether you’re out on the water enjoying incredible views or indulging in a massage with a glass local wine, Lake Lure & the…

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