Lake Lure - Lake Use Updates for 2026

The 2026 Lake Use Regulations may be viewed here.     

• We are pleased to advise that there will be no change in personal Lake Use Fees in 2026, which includes no fees for personal non-motorized boats in 2026.

• Note that one change that was made to the 2026 Lake Use Regulations is that beginning in 2026, vacation rental management companies will be required to register and commercially permit non-motorized boats, as they are already required to do with their motorized boats. This change was made as these non-motorized boats are being utilized for commercial purposes. 

• You may download the 2026 Lake Use Fees. 

• You may download the 2026 Commercial Boat Permit Application for both non-motorized and motorized boats. 

• February 1, 2026 is the deadline for all non-motorized and motorized commercial applications.

• 2026 Lake Lure Non-commercial Boat Permits will be available for purchase beginning January 12, 2026 and you may learn more here.

• Please review Town News for timelines the Washburn Marina, refilling the lake, and much more.