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FALL in Love with Rumbling Bald Resort at Lake Lure! Autumn is one of the most admired seasons of the year, and for good reason. Mornings are as crisp as newly harvested apples and the scent of pumpkin-spiced candles waft through the air. Doors come alive with colorful wreaths, and seasonal flags, sporting happy scarecrows and cornucopias, wave in the breeze as if personally welcoming the new season. Not to be outdone, deciduous trees transform into a kaleidoscope of colors as they shake the summer green from their
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leaves, and bright yellows, fiery reds and cheerful oranges blend together to create a perfect Fall masterpiece. The Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina are known for their beauty, with breathtaking views and picturesque parkway and trails. It’s hard to believe they could be any more remarkable, yet their appearance during the Autumn months rival even the most majestic work of art. Those visiting Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge in late September might catch a glimpse of what’s to come, but
leaf color typically peaks late-October before slowly spreading to lower elevations in November. Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure invites you to come visit, and enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains’ exquisite display of color this Fall. Rumbling Bald Resort is a mountain community nestled at the base of Rumbling Bald Mountain. This thriving mountain community occupies over 3,000 acres along the north shore of Lake Lure, so take off your coat and stay a while. Or, head out to enjoy one of the many amenities available to guests and residents. Our hiking trails, wellness center, restaurants and more, provide the perfect venue for admiring Autumn’s splendor. The chilly air and resplendent color of the leaves are just begging you to put on your hiking boots and hit the trail. Rumbling Bald Resort has six trails, perfect for all skill levels, where you can marvel at the brilliant colors of the surrounding landscape, and catch glimpses of wildlife that call the Hickory Nut Gorge their home. Worried the cooler temperatures will keep you indoors? Never fear! Outdoor enthusiasts can participate in water activities like kayaking, pedal boating and canoeing, or a go on a scenic lake cruise, even during the Autumn months! And that’s Golf Central • Volume 19, Issue 4