Town of Lake Lure: March 27, 2026: The Town of Lake Lure, NC is excited to share the encouraging progress at Washburn Marina. Water has returned to the marina basin as you can see from the photos. There are three projects taking place in the Washburn Marina at this time. Thank you to James Edwards for sharing this photo which showcases much of the work that is taking place! And check out the illustration of the future Marina Building. Here's a synosis of all that is in the works.
1) Washburn Marina Building
• The previous small marina building has been removed due to the extensive damage from Hurricane Helene.
• The Town is working with Peacock Architects on a design for a permanent building that will be in keeping with the Mediterranean architecture in the area.
• An illustration of the future building is included below and will include retail space, restrooms, storage areas, and a pavilion.
• The Town is working to acquire a temporary building that will be used in the 2026 season while the permanent structure is built.
• Permitting is currently in progress for this temporary building.
2) Washburn Marina Tour Boat Docks and Fueling Station
• New docks are being built for the tour boats, in the same location as they were previously located.
• You can see the new construction in these photos above.
• A new fueling station will be incorporated on the left side of the marina building when facing the water from the parking lot.
• These docks and the fueling station are targeted for completion by May 2026.
• The boat ramp in this area will also be available for use once the lake reopens.
3) Floating Boardwalk and Docks
• Reconstruction work has begun on the Washburn Marina docks and floating boardwalk, with a target completion date of mid-July 2026.
• Some phases of construction require the lake to reach full pond level before work can be completed.
• Current projections anticipate the lake returning to full pond by late May 2026, which supports the July completion timeline.
• Visitors may notice new dock sections currently being constructed in the marina parking lot and the base of the floating boardwalk is in place in the lake near Memorial Highway.
• The rebuilt marina will include 208 seasonal boat slips along with 6 Daily Rental Slips (4 day minimum rentals), and 6 - free 2.5 hour boat rental slips (first come, first serve).
• All slip assignments remain as they were in 2024.
• There is a wait list for the seasonal boat slips. Send an email to inquire about the mailing list.
• The new Washburn Marina and Floating Boardwalk design will closely replicate the previous layout, preserving the look and character of the marina that the community knows and loves.
For additional information you many review the Town News at: https://www.townoflakelure.com/.../lake-lure-town-news...
Image: Town of Lake Lure