Stacked with natural attractions, Lake Lure is an ideal vacation for all the family. Kids and adults alike will love sliding down an actual waterfall at Sliding Rock, a 60-foot natural rock slide in Pisgah Forest. Don't fancy getting wet? Then take the kids to the Right Track Toy Train Museum, just off the Memorial Highway. This quirky, interactive train museum features a sprawling mass of miniature train sets, with over 50 feet of track. If you're more into jewels than engines, visit the Lake Lure Gem Mine, where you can dig for rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.
Lake Lure is settled in the basin of the rugged Hickory Nut Gorge. Take a walk along the lake's boardwalk, cross the famous Flowering Bridge, or dine out in one of the quaint restaurants in nearby Chimney Rock village. It's also a great place for a quick round of golf, or to just relax on the beach with a picnic. In the summer, it's popular with families and watersports enthusiasts, who come to swim in the lake's cool, clear waters, or try waterskiing, wakeboarding, or fishing. Of course, you can just kick back on a romantic lake cruise.
There's never a bad time to visit Lake Lure. From warm summers, colorful falls, to crisp, snowy winters, it's a popular year-round destination. Summer is naturally the busiest season, when temperatures reach the mid-70s, and the sun shines most days. However, it's when Lake Lure vacation rentals are at a premium. Spring and winter offer the widest choice. Fall is the next busiest time, when folk flock to the Blue Ridge Mountains to witness the colorful leaf change. However, the temperatures are much cooler, and there's more chance of showers, so pack an umbrella.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Lake Lure is a 27-mile drive from Asheville. A natural magnet for outdoors enthusiasts, the state's hikers, bikers and climbers certainly won't be disappointed. On the western shores of Lake Lure is Chimney Rock State Park, a sprawling woodland named after the 500-million year old granite monolith which overlooks the lake. There are several hiking trails through the park, including a leisurely hike to Hickory Nut Falls. If you're lucky, you may spot some of the park's resident wildlife, like peregrine falcons, salamander, and bats.
The nearest airport is in Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional), located 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from the city center.
Lake Lure boasts numerous kid-friendly attractions for a family trip. Vacation rentals can be found near fun-filled places like Lake Lure Beach and Water Park, a mountain lake with a sandy beach and kids’ park with water rides, and Dittmer-Watts Nature Trail Park, a forested park with miles of trails that are popular with families. Kids will also like the Florence Nature Preserve, a natural area with trails past creeks, waterfalls, and cabin ruins.
Couples looking for a romantic vacation can enjoy beautiful outdoor spaces in Lake Lure. Vacation homes are available near places like Hickory Nut Falls, a horsetail waterfall with hiking trails and vibrant blooms, and Morse Park, a park with meadows, landscaped gardens, and wetland areas. You'll also like Devil’s Head, a natural rock formation with sweeping views of the landscape.
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 754 vacation rentals around Lake Lure. From 296 cabin rentals to 666 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Lake Lure. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
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Yes, of course. Vrbo has 296 Cabins in Lake Lure. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Lake Lure include:
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