the Lake Lure Area
Parks, Lakes, Wildlife, Golf & Much More
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Our Lake
At 720-acres covering 27 miles of shoreline, Lake Lure is a man-made lake surrounded by mountain vistas at every turn, making it as much of a visual delight as a great choice for lake- based recreation.
Seasonal opportunities include boating, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, tubing, wakeboarding, water skiing and knee boarding.
There are several options available for access to the lake: you can purchase a daily, weekly, monthly or annual boat permit through the Town of Lake Lure. Launches for boats, kayaks and canoes are located at Washburn Marina, Morse Park, and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park. Rumbling Bald Resort at the north end of the lake provides permitted access at their marina for property owners or visitors who are vacationing there.
Lake Lure is a deep, clear lake with a maximum depth of 104 feet. Both warm and cold-water species of fish inhabit Lake Lure, such as largemouth and smallmouth bass, trout, bream/bluegills, crappie, white bass, carp and several species of catfish. In summer months, gradient layers of progressively colder waters form in the lake, but turn over to a uniform temperature in the winter. An abundance of wildlife enjoys the lake area as much as humans. Most spotted wildlife include whitetail deer, beavers, bobcats, foxes, groundhogs, raccoons, turtles, wild turkey, Canada geese, ducks, coots, shorebirds, and several species of birds of prey such as bald eagles, ospreys, hawks, and Peregrine falcons. A multitude of songbirds and migratory birds serve to make the lake a perfect spot for our many birding enthusiasts.
Lake Lure Parks:
(click on a park name for more infomation)
Lake Lure Summits Trail |
Gateway Greenway |
Additional Recreational Opportunities around Lake Lure
Within the immediate area of the Town of Lake Lure are various additional recreational facilities and opportunities offered by private businesses as well as the state of North Carolina. These include resorts, state park land, campgrounds, riding stables and equestrian centers, youth camps and road biking routes. Visit their individual websites for detailed information.
Community Links:
Foothills Equestrian Nature Center
The Town of Lake Lure Parks & Recreation Board is responsible for the information on this webpage, to learn more about the duties, responsibilities and members on this board click here
