Lake Lure located in Hickory Nut Gorge is a 736 acre semi private lake with 27 miles of shoreline. It has been called "one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world" by National Geographic Magazine.

The climate provides for a variety of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed year-round. Everything from golf to hiking! Even our winters are moderate.

In addition to the breathtaking scenery and pristine waters, Lake Lure provides a remarkable area for family gatherings, romantic get-aways or corporate retreats that may include water skiing, river tubing, gem mining, swimming, boating, fishing or just relaxing.

Championship golf courses, horseback riding, mountain biking, waterfall tours, miles of hiking trails at Chimney Rock Park, quaint little shops and a sandy public beach with playground and marina, are just a few of the exciting activities and attractions that are found in our little corner of the world.

Day trips can take you to some of Western North Carolina's other exciting attractions and fun activities including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Appalachian Trail, Biltmore House & Gardens, Flat Rock Playhouse, Blowing Rock, Cherokee Indian Reservation, Harrah's Casino, the Cradle of Forestry, Fontana Dam & Lake, Grandfather Mountain, Great Smoky Mountains Railway, Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Linville Caverns, River Rafting, Pisgah National Forest and the WNC Nature Center.

And don't miss nearby towns that offer historic downtowns with unique shops and restaurants such as Asheville, Hendersonville, Saluda, Brevard and Rutherfordton.