Lake Lure Flowering Bridge

This was a surprise find as we drove down 74A. Sometimes, roadside features are worth stopping at and this is one of them. Free but supported by donations. This old bridge has been turned beautiful but the addition of so many plants and unique decorations. Lots of time and care obviously goes into this place. There were so many little details we missed more than we saw, I'm sure. There was a cell phone audio tour but I didn't use it. This is appropriate for all ages and is really a site to see. The mere variety of plants alone is impressive, much less all the work, design and love.

Lake lure flowering bridge was absolutely beautiful. There are signs as soon as you get there with descriptions and guides. There are cute mailboxes painted there. There are also plenty of flowers with different colors and shapes. Each family of the flower has its own name and description. There are a lot of decorations, this is a great place for taking pictures. Taking a walk with the family and enjoying nature. If you’re looking for a spot to explore this is the place.

We found this at the last minute and so glad we stopped! What a wonderful idea for a decommissioned bridge! It's so beautiful meticulously maintained. Plus, the rainbow bridge for dogs was so touching.

This is one of the most unique and beautiful gardens we have ever seen! The many different flowers and plants that have been planted here is just stunning.
We especially enjoyed the painted book rocks, they were wonderful to see each book and it's uniqueness. Definitely a must see place when you come to Lake Lure, SC or even if you're just passing through. Plus, the gardens are only about 15 minutes away from Chimney Rock State Park. Also a must see place!
We will be back again to visit!!

This place is so pretty. So serene. Emotional. Many plants, good information, and of course.. the rainbow memorial bridge. Easy to get to. A short walk and it's just beautiful. Right behind the place where Dirty Dancing was filmed. It's just a special place.

We hadn't visited the garden in years and it had been expanded and developed so wonderfully with so much creativity and love. We were very moved by the rainbow bridge section for people to honor their beloved pets who had passed. They put many lovely little seating areas tucked into quiet magical places throughout the garden. It was child and dog friendly. Was happy to see such a variety of ages and people of many backgrounds visiting the garden.

Great place to take your kids or significant other to walk around and enjoy. There’s a journal too you can write stuff in. Great place to enjoy nature/ flowers. The dog collar bridge is also amazing!

This place is completely amazing!!! It is absolutely gorgeous and so romantic!!! Definitely a place to bring your significant other!!! I loved walking around the garden and over the bridge!!! It is so well thought out!!! There are nooks and crannies all over the place to get secluded!!! It is sometimes hard to imagine that just a few feet from you are people passing!!! The scenery is so tranquil!!! I would be volunteering here if I lived close enough!!! Go check them out!! Remember that they subsist entirely off of donations and volunteer workers! If you love your time there, please be sure to give a donation to keep it alive!!!

This place was so cute!! So beautiful and unique also. Our kids loved it and so did we. They loved trying to find all the painted books, the rabbit scavenger hunt. The flowers are all so pretty, and the decorations are just so awesome. The volunteers who designed the different sections are amazing! One was a beach with sea shells put together & the way it was made was just so cool. They did another water one with the garden stones. I just really thought it was a cool place to see when passing through.

I brought my dog here after the vet gave her a week to enjoy the rest of her life. Walked the flowering bridge so she could see all the people. And walked the rainbow bridge bridge to symbolize what was yet to come.

Beautiful and well established community managed garden. Seasonal art pieces and special events throughout the year. Take my advice and go spend some time here. Perfect family outing. There’s something for everyone. Accessible for strollers and wheelchairs too!

Would have you beautiful spot to visit! The rainbow bridge was definitely a highlight! The volunteers who take care of this paradise have done a fantastic job with everything they have done to make it enjoyable for all ages. Donations will help keep this place as beautiful as it is!

Super cool place. Lovely gardens. Well sign-posted so you knew what you were looking at. Porta Potty was appreciated. Cool rainbow bridge with lots of collars and pics from doggos who have passed.

The Flowering Bridge is a wonder! I could have spent hours here. Everything is so cute and thoughtfully placed. We stumbled upon the Flowering Bridge in 2013 when it was just getting started and recently made it back. It was amazing to see how it has grown. You can tell the folks in charge really care about creating a welcoming space. There is a rainbow bridge for dog collars of pups who have passed on, a stick lending library, Peter Rabbit themed area, a little free library, and so much more. Lots of photo ops!!

This is a lovely little pathway with all and every sort of thing that can grow, a must see for nature and/ or flower lovers. It's free and worth the little drive to my way of thinking! Would be nice if the water fountain worked. There's also a free book pickup or exchange on site. View of the water is nice.

This is the most beautiful place. So peaceful. You can really see the love all the volunteers put into the garden.

This place is awesome! It is all maintained by volunteers and what a phenomenal job they have done! The weather was perfect as we strolled around the gardens. The gardens just celebrated their 10-year anniversary. What an amazing place with fantastic views of chimney Rock! So if you and your family are in the area please make this a must do while you're there it's kid-friendly and pet friendly as they have water bowls for your fur babies all through the gardens!

This was the most well and tiny detailed put together place.... Glad we stopped, you can walk it twice and see details you didn't see before, the rainbow bridge will bring a tear to your eye but in a sweet soul soothing way. Take your time and enjoy a nice walk !

Stunning as always! The LLFB is a great place to visit no matter what month of the year. The volunteers do a great job of maintaining the bridge and every Christmas it is decorated so beautifully. Great for adults and children.

I love coming here. It is unique and offers a variety of different species of plants. Plus, they are awesome in their way of decorating the garden to coincide with the different times and seasons of the year. If you have never been, I recommend it, plus it's free.