🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟢 Easy $12/adult, $10/seniors, $9/children
🌊 About Lake Lure (public beach)
A sandy beach on a scenic mountain lake surrounded by the granite cliffs of Hickory Nut Gorge, near Chimney Rock, with kayak/paddleboard rentals.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$12/adult, $10/seniors, $9/children
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Water Type
Mountain lake with sandy beach
Managed By
Town of Lake Lure
County
Rutherford County, North Carolina
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Lake Lure Beach, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Access Notes:
Easy, developed beach with rentals
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $12/adult, $10/seniors, $9/children
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace