CANOE LAKE LURE

04/01/2026

🌿✨ Get Ready to Discover What’s Hidden in Plain Sight! ✨🌿

The Chamber of Hickory Nut Gorge is proud to unveil an exciting new community-wide experience taking place from April 18 through August 15:

🦎 Hidden in Plain Sight: The Green Salamander Art Trail* 🦎

As our community continues to recover and rebuild from Helene, the Chamber is doubling down on creativity, connection, and commerce — finding fresh, fun ways to support our local economy while celebrating the natural beauty that makes Hickory Nut Gorge so special.

This brand-new, family-friendly public art and discovery trail will connect Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, and Rumbling Bald through art, nature, and local business participation.

🎨 Art Meets Adventure
Local artists will design stunning green salamander art pieces — inspired by the rare salamander native to our region — and the Chamber will place them at participating businesses and community favorites, including the beautiful Lake Lure Flowering Bridge, local restaurants, shops, and attractions throughout the Gorge.

Visitors will grab a trail map, scan QR codes, and set off on a journey of discovery — learning about the green salamander while exploring the unique businesses and spaces that make our community thrive.

Think:

🌿 Part art walk
🗺️ Part scavenger hunt
🛍️ Part small-business spotlight
💚 Stay Longer. Shop Local. Come Back Again.

To keep the excitement going, we’ll offer a monthly calendar of events highlighting special happenings at participating locations — giving visitors even more reasons to linger, explore, dine, shop, and return.

🌎 Why It Matters

Our goal is simple:
✔️ Drive foot traffic
✔️ Support and spotlight local businesses
✔️ Celebrate our extraordinary natural environment
✔️ Give families and visitors another reason to fall in love with Hickory Nut Gorge

This isn’t just an art trail — it’s an economic boost, a community connector, and a celebration of who we are.

Get ready to explore. Get ready to discover. You never know what you might find hidden in plain sight. 🦎✨

*Funded in part by the Rutherford County TDA (visitncsmalltowns.com).

03/28/2026

This Saturday is absolutely amazing , I know, I know, it's just wow!

This awesome weather is turning even the grumpiest grumps into cheesy grin machines haha.

Alright, alright, big news, folks, we've got an additional new chef in the house! And with that comes an amazing healthy addition, featuring creamy avocado hummus, succulent grilled chicken, sliced avocado, olive oil, sun dried tomatoes and our chef's magical vinaigrette - trust me, you won't want to miss this!

Perfect for a gorgeous Spring day. Oh yeah, and the cherry on top, Elizabeth is starting at 6 pm! Music to my ears!

See you all Canoe Kitchen Lake Lure

03/25/2026

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02/03/2026

We're reopening this weekend! LEO, my lovely dog, and us are excited!!

Guess who is back?! Sara ! She will be greeting you with a big smile!

Our special this weekend is Chicken COW-SAH, a traditional Peruvian dish made with mashed yellow potatoes, chicken salad, and flavorful seasonings. It's a delicious, layered appetizer or light main dish.

Come give it a try! Canoe Kitchen Lake Lure

Friday/ Sunday (Lunch and dinner service)

Regular menu is also available

10/12/2025

Canoe Kitchen Lake Lure Canoers having fun!

10/09/2025

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08/18/2025

Today's Dog Feature:
💥Churchill!📢
Have you ever dreamed of being someone else? Doing something bigger? Churchill has dreams of being more than a shelter dog, he wants to be your hero! Saving you from boring days, rescuing you from frowns, and liberating you from loneliness. Churchill is a happy, handsome, and friendly guy who's on a mission to find a home of his own.
Churchill's powers include: Unwavering loyalty, snack location, squeaky toy sensing hearing, and super strength! Churchill is looking for a family who is as here and ready for the action as he is, people who understand his energy, and people who have the patience to keep guiding him towards his full potential.
📞(828) 863-4444
📍989 Little Mountain Road Columbus NC

05/23/2025

What's cooking for this weekend? A boatload of short ribs, that's what!

Don't worry, our regular menu is still available.

Want the lowdown on hours, specials, and the current menu? Check out our website: www.canoekitchenandbar.com.

We like to mix things up with new cocktails and menu items, but our regulars are staying put!

Live music today with Hayley Renae : set up starts at 5:30 until 9 pm! Short ribs will be served starting at 4 pm. Hayley Renae

05/23/2025