Levi Jackson Wilderness Road Park combines the beauty of a rolling, wooded hills park with a historic site that honors the pioneers who braved the perils of the wilderness to settle Kentucky. PARK ATTRACTIONS include: TREETOP ADVENTURE; CAMPGROUND; SHELTERS; MCHARGUE’S MILL; GIFT SHOP & MUSEUM; CLUBHOUSE; MINI GOLF; POOL; and, AMPHITHEATER.
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Experience the Appalachian Mountains up close and personal. Enjoy a unique float down the Levisa Fork River in eastern Kentucky. The 8+ mile kayaking adventure will take you through the first established town in eastern Kentucky. Tickets are $15 and include lunch and shuttle service. Registration begins at 8:30 am with kayaks hitting the water
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423 ft above sea level and the highest point in Rowan County. Take advantage of the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail that leads you right to Limestone.
With over 60,000 acres of ATV, SxS, dirt bike, horse trails, and primitive or modern camping, we are an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise!
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Length: Approximately 5 miles on the North Fork of the Kentucky River. Allow 2-3 hrs to complete. Difficulty: Easy (and relaxing). Trail Activities: Kayak, raft and float, fishing (Small Mouth, Redeye, Kentucky Bass, Muskie, and occasionally a Trout). It is possible to see cranes, deer, fox, otters,& beavers, and other wildlife. Parking: Ample parking at
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Whether you’re looking to explore one of Carter County’s world-renowned caves or hit a hole-in-one on our expansive golf courses, there’s no shortage of fun to be had during your Carter County KY tourism. Visit Carter County – the perfect weekend getaway for those who seek adventure while traveling & vacationing.
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Panbowl Lake was formed in 1963 when the panbowl-shaped North Fork of the Kentucky River was dammed due to the construction of KY HWY 15. The lake is about 7 miles long and 98 acres. This beautiful lake is in Jackson and is known for crappie and bass fishing.
Paul Van Booven WMA is located in southeast Breathitt County. The WMA consists of over 2,000 acres of reclaimed surface mines and forests. The University of Kentucky owned property is the site of many ongoing research projects related to forest management and mine reclamation. Good to moderate populations of elk, quail, rabbits, deer, turkey and
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Visitors can expect more than just an astonishing view when visiting the Cut-Through Project overlook. Located on Bob Amos drive, the Cut-Through overlook sits atop a majestic mountain surrounded by beautiful scenery and the Bob Amos Park, which features a rubberized oval walking track, hiking trail, horseshoe arena area, tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields,
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Located approximately 10 miles south of Morehead, KY. Salt Lick, KY located on US-60 can be accessed via I-64 exits 123 and 133. Road access within the WMA is provided by the Zilpo Scenic Byway (FR 918) north of FR 129, Buck Creek RD (FR 918A) that loops around to meet Zilpo Scenic Byway and
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