Warm Up Your Winter Itinerary

Create magical moments that matter this winter in Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and the Blue Ridge Foothills
Winter in Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and the Blue Ridge Foothills is full of heart-warming frivolity, frosty thrills, and good old-fashioned merriment. Take a step back in time as you explore the artistry and charms of our small mountain towns, where clean crisp air blends seamlessly with the warmth of southern hospitality.

To help you plan your winter getaway, check out these useful tips on where to stay, things to do, and how to experience the best that North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Foothills have to offer.

Happy Planning!

As you peruse the listings linked below, please note the heart in the top right corner of each listing.  The heart can also be found in the top right corner of the image when you click inside of a listing.  When you see something you like, click the heart and it will add it to 'My Trip' located in the top navigation.  You can then reference back to 'my trip' as you plan your getaway.  'My Trip' also allows you to share your selections with other people as well as view all locations on a map.

• The 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa (Lake Lure)
• Rumbling Bald Resort (Lake Lure)
• The Firehouse Inn (Rutherfordton)
• Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast (Rutherfordton)
• Olivewood Inn (Forest City)
• Cottages & Cabins (county-wide)

• Chimney Rock State Park
• South Mountains State Park & Gamelands
• Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
• Riverside Riding Stables
• Canopy Ridge Farms
• Thermal Belt Rail Trail
• Boon Life Adventures
• Buffalo Creek Park

• Chimney Rock Village
• Forest City
• Lake Lure
• Rutherfordton
• Spindale
• Ellenboro/Bostic/Golden Valley

When it comes to the warmth of winter fun, the Rutherford County foothills of North Carolina are full of magical memories just waiting to be made. Plan your perfect adventure today!