The Kentucky Wildlands

Things to Do With Kids

Wolf Creek Dam

Wolf Creek Dam is the 25th largest dam in the United States and the most monitored dam in the world!  Located by the Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery in Jamestown, Kentucky, more than a mile long landmark, the Wolf Creek Dam was created to impound the Cumberland River and formed Lake Cumberland.  The Dam’s 6 turbines […]

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The Leaky Canoe

The Leaky Canoe is a family owned and operated canoe and kayak rental service. We can deliver our boats and arrange float tips at many locations including Dix River, Rockcastle River and Cedar Creek Lake. Paddling down the river on a kayak or canoe will allow you to see the gorgeous backwoods of Kentucky! No

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Russell County Geocaching

Geocaching is a high tech treasure hunting game played by adventure seekers equipped with GPS of Smart Phone devices.  The basic idea is to locate hidden Geocaches outdoors and then share your experience on line.  Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the Geocaches hidden at that location.

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Russell Springs City Park & Pool

Located near Lake Cumberland, Jamestown Marina, Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, Alligator II Resort & Marina, Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery, accommodations, restaurants  and shopping. Hiking/Walking trails throughout the wooded park This is a wonderful little park in the Lake Cumberland area complete with a public pool, playgrounds, tennis courts, hiking/walking trails and a skateboard

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Sheltowee Trace

The Sheltowee Trace is home to horse riders, ATV riders, and has gradually become a popular trail to thru-hike. The Hiker Challenge keeps the trail busy with backpackers and hikers. There are many who thru-hike and section-hike the trail on their own. The STA provides good resources for their support. The trail goes through many scenic areas such as Cave

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