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Rutherford County
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Golden Valley, NC
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Rutherford County

Things to Do in Rutherford County in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated May 2025) | Trip.com

About Rutherford County

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Lake Lure

Lake Lure

Bostic

Bostic

Sulphur Springs

Sulphur Springs

Rutherfordton

Rutherfordton

Logan Store

Logan Store

Spindale

Spindale

Green Hill

Green Hill

Cool Spring

Cool Spring

Things to do in Rutherford County

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Rutherford County? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

3.6
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Lake Lure Flowering Bridge

Lake Lure Flowering Bridge

3.3
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Lake Lure Beach and Water Park

Lake Lure Beach and Water Park

3.1
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"Water parks"
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Golden Valley, NC

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Golden Valley, NC

2.8
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Morse Park

Morse Park

2.8
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"Natural scenery"
Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS)

Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS)

2.7
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Canopy Ridge Farm

Canopy Ridge Farm

2.7
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Flea Town USA

Flea Town USA

2.6
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Carolina Arcade Museum

Carolina Arcade Museum

2.6
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"Museums"
"Amusement parks"
KidSenses Children's INTERACTIVE Museum

KidSenses Children's INTERACTIVE Museum

2.6
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"Museums"
"Specialty exhibition halls"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Rutherford County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge

3.2/561 Reviews
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

3.7/552 Reviews
The Lodge on Lake Lure

The Lodge on Lake Lure

4.8/565 Reviews
The Shaded Crest

The Shaded Crest

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Fox Run at Lake Lure

Fox Run at Lake Lure

4.6/574 Reviews
Mountain Loft Resort

Mountain Loft Resort

4.3/54 Reviews
Grafton Lodge

Grafton Lodge

4.8/574 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Rutherford County dishes and foodie spots.
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Coffee on the Rocks

Coffee on the Rocks

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Avg. AUD8/person
"Coffee Shops"
The Esmeralda Restaurant

The Esmeralda Restaurant

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Avg. AUD31/person
"Western-style"
FATZ

FATZ

4.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Avg. AUD16/person
"Western-style"
Pinnacle Southern Kitchen

Pinnacle Southern Kitchen

4.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Avg. AUD19/person
"Barbeque"
Luna Del Sol

Luna Del Sol

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Avg. AUD22/person
"Western-style"
Victory Kitchen & Restaurant

Victory Kitchen & Restaurant

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Avg. AUD11/person
"Western-style"
Riverwatch Bar & Grill

Riverwatch Bar & Grill

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Avg. AUD13/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Medina's Village Bistro

Medina's Village Bistro

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Avg. AUD26/person
"Western-style"
Old Rock Cafe

Old Rock Cafe

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Avg. AUD11/person
"Western-style"
Village Scoop

Village Scoop

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Avg. AUD5/person
"Western-style"
Bojangles'

Bojangles'

3.5/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
"Western-style"
Davis Donut House

Davis Donut House

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"Western-style"

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