 Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina,
hidden behind towering pines along a picturesque mountain road is a magical place. It is
called Lake Lure, where 500-million-year old mountains stand sentry over sparkling crystal
waters. One glimpse will tell you why National Geographic selected Lake Lure as one of the
Ten Most Spectacular Man-Made Lakes in the World. Lake Lure is approximately 1,500 acres,
with around twenty-seven miles of shoreline.
Located in Western North Carolina, Lake Lure sits in the heart of Hickory Nut Gorge. East
of Asheville, the Rocky Broad River tears its way in a series of rapids down through
Hickory Nut Gap over a 600 foot waterfall in Chimney Rock. This crystal clear water flows
through a valley shaped roughly in the form of a Maltese cross to make Lake Lure.
Who would have thought one could find a beach surrounded by the majestic beauty of the
Blue Ridge Mountains? It's called The Beach at Lake Lure. From spring to fall...enjoy the
warm water and mild climate of this unique isothermal region. A place where floating on an
inner tube, paddling around on a boat, picnicking in the shade, or just catching some rays
on a sandy beach can all be enjoyed.
From early days, the Lake Lure area has been a favorite of entertainers, politicians & writers, having hosted Franklin D. Roosevelt, F. Scott Fitzgerald & Emily Post among others. Today, the area lures film makers & stars, providing a stunning backdrop for feature films. A number of recent movies have been made here including the blockbusters Dirty Dancing & The Last of the Mohicans.
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