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Spindale offers a plethora of exciting activities for families, tourists, and retirees . From sporting events and shopping to museums and hiking; recreational opportunities for all ages abound. Click on one of the links below to see a brief description of the various attractions for families.
For the hiking enthusiast, we have the Rails to Trails walking trail. This trail spans from the beginning of town all the way to our neighboring community of Ruth. The western region of Rutherford County has been used for its scenic beauty in various films and is the home of the Chimney Rock Park, a focal point of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This area of Rutherford County can been seen in movies, such as Firestarter, Last of the Mohicans, My Fellow Americans, A Breed Apart and the very popular Dirty Dancing. The Lake Lure area is also the location for the 2006 HGTV Dream Home. Rutherford County has an wealth of recreational water facilities; from a man-made lakes to rivers perfect for drifting along in kayaks, canoes, or innertubes. Or you can visit Lake Imogene with the kids to feed Isothermal Community College's resident ducks and geese.
There are three active museums located in the county, to provide a enlightening cultural experience for every age. They are: Rutherford County Farm Museum, which features over 1500 artifacts relating to Rutherford County's history; the Maimy Etta Black Fine Arts Museum and Historical Society; and the newest addition, KidSenses, which is a highly celebrated children's interactive museum.
The North Carolina Division of Parks & Recreation provides various retreat areas for families, sporting activities, and recreation. The parks offer a public haven into the natural world for local residents, and is also a new striking destination for visitors who stop by Spindale, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, or other destinations within Rutherford County.
Whether you are out with the family, or just looking for fun on your own, Rutherford County is the place! With the vast amount of activities, you are sure to find something to suit your adventurous moods. How about a picnic beside the lake at Isothermal? How about watching a basketball game held at the Spindale House? Or possibly drive up and enjoy a day at the water park located on the beach at Lake Lure. Whatever you choose, there is something for everyone.
Spindale and Rutherford County offer a extensive variety of neighborhoods and amenities, blended together with shopping, entertainment, cultural events, and big-name concerts. With facilities to accommodate individuals seeking quality assisted living, independent living, or senior care, Spindale and Rutherford County see to it that you receive personal, individualized care and support on a daily basis.
Get your "cultural groove on" in Rutherford County. Many bands and singing groups call Spindale home. Experience all the southern rock, bluegrass, and gospel Spindale has to offer. For those looking for a mix of gospel and bluegrass, we have bands like the well known Far City Boys. |
