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In the summer months, visit "The Beach" at Lake Lure to work on your suntan. The kids will love the Beach Water Works, which features water slides, bumper boats, and water cannons galore. Relax in the sun, swim in the lake, and enjoy the breathtaking splendor of Rumbling Bald - remember, the mountains "rise from the lakes" in Lake Lure.

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Visit Chimney Rock Park. Hike the trails, overlook the lake, see where Last of the Mohicans (and other films) were made, and more. Great for the whole family! Don't like to hike? Don't worry, it's a 26-story elevator ride to the top.

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Take a Boat Tour at the Lake Lure Marina. Day or twilight tours will show you the filming location for Dirty Dancing and share legends and stories unique to the Lake. The unique beauty of Lake Lure comes alive with a Boat Tour, and don't forget to try a night cruise, including a dinner cruise to Larkin's On the Lake. Prefer the driver's seat? You can rent a ski-boat or pontoon boat for the day, too.

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Drop in at the Biltmore Estate in nearby Asheville. Known as "America's Premiere Esate," this attraction will captivate the entire family. The Estate runs year-round special events, including the Festival of Flowers, wine tastings, Christmas tours, and more. Check our Events Calendar for more information.

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Go bicycling in one of the most beautiful - and cyclist-friendly - settings the United States. Click here for the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition's Bicycle Route Guide.

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Try whitewater rafting on the French Broad River. Packages are available to suit all age groups. The whole family can enjoy! Check our Lake Lure Directory's Attractions / Adventure & Outdoors section for links to rafting adventure companies.

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Love to fish? Lake Lure's 27 miles of shoreline and 1500+ acres of water surface area are ideal for catching a wide variety of fish, ranging from Lake Trout to Largemouth Bass.

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If you love to play golf, you've come to the right place. Choose from four beautiful golf courses in close proximity to the lake; or one of Ashevilles championship golf courses. Check our Lake Lure Directory for more information.