2010 Map of Lake Lure

About this map

Lake Lure serves as the central focal point for this mountain landscape, which by 2010 was characterized by established lakeside communities and recreation camps. The Broad River flows through the valley, regulated by a series of hydroelectric structures including the Lake Lure Dam, while smaller reservoirs like Bald Mountain Lake and Occoneechee Lake dot the surrounding ridges. Residential developments such as Fairfield Mountains, Deerfield, and Carolina Mountains demonstrate the area's growth as a mountain retreat. High-elevation landmarks like Rumbling Bald Mountain and Chimney Rock overlook the waters, where recreational sites such as Camp Lurecrest, Camp Occoneechee, and the Lake Lure Municipal Golf Course are nestled along the shorelines. Smaller settlements like Uree and Poplar Grove occupy the eastern valleys, connected by a network of winding roads like Chimney Rock Scenic Rd and Grassy Knob Rd that navigate the varied terrain.