How much does Lake Lure Beach cost?

The Town charges separate rates for adults, children, and seniors, with a height requirement for the children's rate. The aqua park is a separate charge by session. Current rates are listed in this article from the Town's own summary.

When does Lake Lure Beach reopen?

The Town hasn't announced 2027 dates. The beach has historically reopened around Memorial Day weekend, so watch the Town's announcements in spring.

American flag flying at a scenic overlook above Lake Lure, NC

Lake Lure Beach: Season, Fees, and Why Late Summer Is Different

Photo: Ferd Prod (CC BY-SA 4.0)

The beach at Lake Lure reopened for the 2026 season after a long post-Helene closure, and its schedule narrowed as summer went on. If you're planning a beach day, the calendar matters as much as the weather.

How the 2026 Season Ran

The Town reported the lake as Officially reopened May 15, 2026. On the beach itself, the schedule was daily through August 11, 2026 — then weekends only through Labor Day. The season ended on Labor Day — September 7, 2026, and it is closed now.

The late-summer shift is the part visitors miss. A beach day in August can be a Tuesday; a beach day in early September is a weekend.

What It Costs

Per the Town's July 2026 news summary, which we last checked in early August:

Adults: $12
Children: $8 — ages 4–12, must be 45 in or taller
Seniors: $9
Hours: 10 AM–6 PM
Aqua park, ages 7 and up: $10 per 50-minute session
Aqua park, ages 4 to 6: $5 per 50-minute session

Rates can change from one season to the next, so confirm with the Town before you go.

Planning for 2027

Expect the beach back around Memorial Day weekend 2027, based on previous years. The Town hasn't announced dates, so that's an expectation, not a schedule. Watch for the announcement in spring rather than planning a Memorial Day trip around it.

If You Want to Be on the Water Instead

The beach isn't the only way onto the lake. Pontoons, kayaks, and paddleboards are available from several operators, and our boat rentals page compares them. For fine print worth asking about before you book, see our pontoon rental tip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lake Lure Beach cost?: The Town charges separate rates for adults, children, and seniors, with a height requirement for the children's rate. The aqua park is a separate charge by session. Current rates are listed in this article from the Town's own summary.
When does Lake Lure Beach reopen?: The Town hasn't announced 2027 dates. The beach has historically reopened around Memorial Day weekend, so watch the Town's announcements in spring.

Last updated: 2026-10-16