Greybeard’s Guidebook to Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, & Tryon

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Greybeard’s Guidebook to Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, & Tryon

Neighborhoods

Quaint shops, delicious restaurants, craft brewery and winery can all be found in this charming mountain town- 45 minutes southeast of Asheville.
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Chimney Rock
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Quaint shops, delicious restaurants, craft brewery and winery can all be found in this charming mountain town- 45 minutes southeast of Asheville.
Home to the Dirty Dancing Festival, Lake Lure is a perfect lake getaway. Rent a boat, swim, or just lay out on the public beach- Lake Lure is a water lovers paradise just 45 minutes southeast of Asheville.
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Lake Lure
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Home to the Dirty Dancing Festival, Lake Lure is a perfect lake getaway. Rent a boat, swim, or just lay out on the public beach- Lake Lure is a water lovers paradise just 45 minutes southeast of Asheville.
Historic and world renowned for the Tryon International Equestrian Center- an hour south of Asheville.
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Tryon
298 North Trade Street
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Historic and world renowned for the Tryon International Equestrian Center- an hour south of Asheville.

Sightseeing

Long range, panoramic views from the top of Chimney Rock. Several different trails throughout the park, along with one to Hickory Nut falls.
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Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main St
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Long range, panoramic views from the top of Chimney Rock. Several different trails throughout the park, along with one to Hickory Nut falls.
Public beach access with water park at Lake Lure. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
2724 Memorial Hwy
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Public beach access with water park at Lake Lure. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Enjoy a relaxing walk through Lake Lure's Flowering Bridge. Features seasonal blooms and plants with views of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.
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Enjoy a relaxing walk through Lake Lure's Flowering Bridge. Features seasonal blooms and plants with views of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.
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Tryon International Equestrian Center
25 International Blvd
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Chimney Rock Park Ticket Office
431 Main St
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This horsetail waterfall along Fall Creek in Chimney Rock State Park drops from a height of 404 ft.
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Hickory Nut Falls
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This horsetail waterfall along Fall Creek in Chimney Rock State Park drops from a height of 404 ft.
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Pearson's Falls and Glen
2748 Pearson Falls Rd
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Nina Simone Plaza
60-74 S Trade St
Nina Simone Childhood Home
30 E Livingston St
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Shunkawauken Falls
3516 E 52nd Ave
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Festivals

Lake Lure is the filming location for the 80s classic Dirty Dancing. Every summer, Lake Lure hosts the annual Dirty Dancing Festival to commemorate the occasion. The festival features a showing of the movie, a watermelon carrying contest, and iconic lake lift contest. Live music, food vendors, and family friendly activities available.
The Dirty Dancing Festival
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Lake Lure is the filming location for the 80s classic Dirty Dancing. Every summer, Lake Lure hosts the annual Dirty Dancing Festival to commemorate the occasion. The festival features a showing of the movie, a watermelon carrying contest, and iconic lake lift contest. Live music, food vendors, and family friendly activities available.

Breweries and Wineries

An incredible selection of award-winning wines, including their signature Apple Wine.
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The Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro
438 Main St
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An incredible selection of award-winning wines, including their signature Apple Wine.
Serving local craft brews from locally sourced ingredients. They feature a daily rotation of English ales, IPAs, seasonal wheats, and guest taps from the Asheville area.
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Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery at Chimney Rock
461 Main St
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Serving local craft brews from locally sourced ingredients. They feature a daily rotation of English ales, IPAs, seasonal wheats, and guest taps from the Asheville area.
A multi-generation family run vineyard, winery, and tasting room in a relaxed atmosphere. Located on 40 acres in the Tryon Foothills of North Carolina. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, award winning wines, and live music on the weekends.
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Parker-Binns Vineyard
2275 Whiteside Rd
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A multi-generation family run vineyard, winery, and tasting room in a relaxed atmosphere. Located on 40 acres in the Tryon Foothills of North Carolina. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, award winning wines, and live music on the weekends.
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Point Lookout Vineyards
408 Appleola Rd
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Overmountain Vineyards
2012 Sandy Plains Rd
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Russian Chapel Hills Winery
2662 Green Creek Dr
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Mountain Brook Vineyards
731 Phillips Dairy Rd
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Food scene

An excellent spot for a delicious brunch (order the cinnamon rolls) and patio views of Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls. Also serves lunch and dinner.
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Medina's Village Bistro
430 Main Street
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An excellent spot for a delicious brunch (order the cinnamon rolls) and patio views of Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls. Also serves lunch and dinner.
Directly on the river in Chimney Rock is Riverwatch Bar and Grill, known for their specialty burgers, riverfront seating, and ice cold beer.
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Riverwatch Bar & Grill
379 Main St
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Directly on the river in Chimney Rock is Riverwatch Bar and Grill, known for their specialty burgers, riverfront seating, and ice cold beer.
Outdoor dining by the river.
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Old Rock Cafe
431 Main St
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Outdoor dining by the river.
Now Lake House Restaurant Bar & Grill. Lake front restaurant serving American classics. Laid back, casual vibes with indoor and outdoor dining options.
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Larkin's On the Lake Restaurant
1020 Memorial Hwy
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Now Lake House Restaurant Bar & Grill. Lake front restaurant serving American classics. Laid back, casual vibes with indoor and outdoor dining options.
Italian restaurant overlooking Lake Lure.
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La Strada At Lake Lure
2693 Memorial Hwy
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Italian restaurant overlooking Lake Lure.

Shopping

You’ll find everything from classic candies and glass bottle Cokes to Chimney Rock souvenirs and outdoor equipment.
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Bubba O'Leary's General Store
385 Main St
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You’ll find everything from classic candies and glass bottle Cokes to Chimney Rock souvenirs and outdoor equipment.
John Bull Trading Co
414 Main St
Willow Creek
384 Main St
Handcrafted rustic home décor from the Appalachian Mountains on Fridays & Saturdays.
Doug Bowman Galleries
188 Main St
Handcrafted rustic home décor from the Appalachian Mountains on Fridays & Saturdays.
A Touch In Time Gift Shoppe
Old Mill Market Square
151 Southern Mercerizing Rd
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Upstairs Artspace
49 S Trade St
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Tryon Arts & Crafts School
373 Harmon Field Rd

Outdoor Activities

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Lake Lure Golf Club
658 Memorial Hwy
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Chimney Rock Adventure Golf
337 Main St
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Lake Lure Adventure Company
470 Memorial Hwy
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