Title: Rutherfordton Travel Guide: Best of Rutherfordton, North Carolina Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rutherfordton](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherfordton-Hotels.d6052888.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Rutherfordton](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherfordton-Holiday-Rentals.d6052888.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Rutherfordton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rutherfordton.d6052888.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rutherfordton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherfordton.d6052888.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Rutherfordton Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lake Lure In Rutherford County, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052888/d45f0379-eef8-4195-8e07-4e690003eca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Lure In Rutherford County, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052888/d45f0379-eef8-4195-8e07-4e690003eca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This top of the line Equestrian Center is a little over a year old. It is already housing big competitors and is sponsored by Rolex. Right now it is free during competition season, but it probably won't be for long. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576385451/54140faa-1ee2-4da3-8f1b-18b3c0805c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Severe thunderstorm coming in before the Grand Prix horse jumping competition](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576385451/bd2aebdf-d1d4-4e07-9639-d0c8b375696e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is what many of the exit ramps look like in North Carolina. This particular shot was taken on the Union Road Exit ramp from Highway 74 in Rutherford County North Carolina. The NCDOT plants flowers on many of the highway ramps and late in the season you get scenes like this. I couldn't help but pull-over and take this shot after the sun and everything lined up just perfect. North Carolina really is a beautiful place to live! #Nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052888/de254292-22f7-472e-ab99-4316a17c6d37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rutherfordton Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Rutherfordton ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Clearwater Creek You might consider checking out Bechtler House while you're exploring Clearwater Creek and the larger Rutherfordton area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-City-Clearwater-Creek.dx553248635976474183) - Top hotels in Rutherfordton - Top Holiday Rentals in Rutherfordton ![Piney Knob Cabin 15 Min To Lake Lure - 30 Min To Tiec - Hot Tub - Stocked Pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34274900/34274813/a669d93f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Piney Knob Cabin 15 Min To Lake Lure - 30 Min To Tiec - Hot Tub - Stocked Pond Rutherfordton NC Stay at this cabin in Rutherfordton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews) We have stayed here for 4 years now and love it each time. Such a great place to get away and enjoy fishing, fires and exploring. Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=34274813&PinnedHotelID=34274813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052888) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=34274813&PinnedHotelID=34274813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052888) ![Tryon Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105530000/105527300/105527267/2fa4b5bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tryon Resort 25 International Blvd Rutherfordton NC £148 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf resort in Rutherfordton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Popular attractions Tryon International Equestrian Center and Overmountain ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews) Wonderful stay and complex. Every detail is covered Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=105527267&PinnedHotelID=105527267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052888) ![Riverside opulence with game room, private heated pool, hot tub & firepit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75040000/75030300/75030240/b6205d62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside opulence with game room, private heated pool, hot tub & firepit Rutherfordton NC Stay at this cabin in Rutherfordton. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Riverside Riding Stables and Canopy Ridge ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews) Yes very cozy and everything you needed was available. 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Additional terms may apply. ![Piney Knob Cabin 15 Min To Lake Lure - 30 Min To Tiec - Hot Tub - Stocked Pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34274900/34274813/a669d93f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Piney Knob Cabin 15 Min To Lake Lure - 30 Min To Tiec - Hot Tub - Stocked Pond Rutherfordton NC Stay at this cabin in Rutherfordton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews) We have stayed here for 4 years now and love it each time. Such a great place to get away and enjoy fishing, fires and exploring. Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherfordton-Hotels-Piney-Knob-Cabin-15-Min-To-Lake-Lure-30-Min-To-Tiec-Hot-Tub-Stocked-Pond.h34274813.Hotel-Information) ![Riverside opulence with game room, private heated pool, hot tub & firepit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75040000/75030300/75030240/b6205d62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverside opulence with game room, private heated pool, hot tub & firepit Rutherfordton NC Stay at this cabin in Rutherfordton. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Riverside Riding Stables and Canopy Ridge ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews) Yes very cozy and everything you needed was available. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherfordton-Hotels-Hidden-Cove-Riverside-Opulence-Game-Room.h75030240.Hotel-Information) ![Fox Run at Lake Lure](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88820000/88812000/88811926/96471861_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fox Run at Lake Lure 180 Herman Wilson Rd Lake Lure NC Stay at this luxury condo in Lake Lure. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables ... 9/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews) Easy check in great staff! Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Lure-Hotels-Fox-Run.h88811926.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rutherfordton](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6052888&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Amphitheater-Rutherfordton.d907568100608864256.Attraction) #### Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club Enjoy a round of golf in Rutherfordton at Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club. Wander the forests or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cleghorn-Plantation-Golf-And-Country-Club-Rutherfordton.d553248621532657093.Attraction) #### Rutherford Regional Hospital If Rutherford Regional Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rutherfordton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rutherford-Regional-Hospital-Forest-City.d624552001160851456.Attraction) #### Green River Plantation You can spend time exploring the galleries in Green River Plantation in Rutherfordton. Wander the forests or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Green-River-Plantation-Rutherfordton.d553248621532657092.Attraction) #### Bechtler House You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bechtler House during your trip to Rutherfordton. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bechtler-House-Rutherfordton.d907563364199522304.Attraction) #### Kiwanis Park After visiting Kiwanis Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rutherfordton. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. 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