Lake Lure
Practice your Dirty Dancing lifts in the manmade lake where Johnny Castle himself did.

πŸ“œ Man-made Lake Lure, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, is a 720-acre body of water famous for its scenic beauty and as a film location.
πŸ” Formed in 1927 after a dam was built on the Broad River, it's surrounded by coves, hills, and granite cliffs.

Why Go

🌊 Enjoy a beautiful man-made lake with stunning mountain views
🎬 Visit famous film locations, including scenes from 'Dirty Dancing', 'Last of the Mohicans', and 'Firestarter'
🚢 Explore scenic walkways, parks, and hiking trails
🚣 Engage in various water sports, boat tours, and golf

Tips

πŸ‚ Visit in mid-October for spectacular fall foliage along winding roads
πŸ—ΊοΈ Dirty Dancing tours are available for a fee
πŸ“ The visitors center is located at 2932 Memorial Hwy

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Available at the town marina, beach, and parks.

Last updated 5 days ago

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