Rutherford County
Rutherford County Travel Guide 2026: Things to Do, Attractions & Itinerary | Trip.com
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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
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Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
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Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
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Canopy Ridge Farm
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Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS)
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Carolina Arcade Museum
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KidSenses Children's Interactive Museum
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Four Paws Kingdom Campground & Dog Retreat
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Kiwanis Park
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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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What to eat
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Popular Types of Attractions in Rutherford County
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Sightseeing tours | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Shooting | Cycling | Water sports | Parks | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Rutherford County
New Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church | Charles R. Summey Park | Purple Martin Greenway Trail | Defiant Whisky | Buffalo creek park trail | Lake Lure Green Space | Thermal Belt Rail Trail Parking - Pine St. | Devil's Head | Mountains Branch Library | Gilkey Church of God Parsonage | Element Church | Forest City Christmas Lights | Mooneyham Public Library | Forest City Owls | Green River Baptist Association | Chimney Rock Village River Park | Chimney Rock Adventure Golf | The Foundation Performing Arts Center | Cherry Bounce Adventure Co., Camping & ATV/SXS Resort | Grays Road River Access | Shingle Hollow Congregational | Bald Mountain Golf Course | 2nd Street Park | Lake Lure | Temple of Victory Church
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Popular Restaurants in Rutherford County
Riverwatch Bar & Grill | The Gardens | Victory Kitchen | Legends on the Lake | Copper Penny Grill | Village Scoop | Lake House Restaurant Bar & Grill | Lured Market & Grill | Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room and Bistro | The Veranda Dining Room at Lake Lure Inn | Davis Donut House | El Lago Mexican Restaurant | Don Ramon Mexican Restaurant | Chimney Rock Smokehouse | Smith's Drugs of Forest City, Inc. | Slim's Bar & Grill | Coffee on the Rocks | Forest City Fish Camp | Copper Penny Grill Rutherfordton | MI Pueblito Mexican Restaurant Forest City | Mario's Restaurant | Big Dave's Family Seafood | The Hoot Nannie | Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings | Bojangles | The Bear's Cup Café Bar | Moose & Goose Lounge | Bayou Billy's | Genny's Family Restaurant | Main Street Market
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