Adventure Travel Guides in Lake Lure

Winter at Rumbling Bald transforms its granite boulders into a prime destination for climbers craving cold-weather friction and fewer crowds. Discover how this Western North Carolina gem tests your skills against rock that is as unrelenting as the chill in the air.

Paddle the Rocky Broad River along Lake Lure’s shimmering waters and experience a dynamic blend of calm stretches and lively currents. This accessible river adventure near Chimney Rock offers scenic views, wildlife encounters, and a rewarding journey for paddlers of all levels.

In 1874, the mountains near Hickory Nut Gorge shook with a strange force that turned a quiet corner of Western North Carolina into headline news. Explore the blend of geology, local lore, and history behind the mysterious rumbling beneath Bald Mountain and what it reveals about the region's rugged character.

Rumbling Bald Mountain earned its name from a dramatic 1874 sequence of tremors that shook the earth and the local imagination alike. Today, hikers scale its rocky trails for panoramic views and a chance to walk where history and geology collide.