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Dragonfly Outdoor Adventures

We are dedicated to preserving our natural surroundings and resources, enhancing our cultural landscape, and providing affordable, safe, and accessible recreational activities to the Appalachian Area. Operating as a company with a conscience, we are driven to offer outdoor recreation, leisure, and educational experiences that enable you to take part in nature filled adventures that

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Fish Pond Lake

Fish Pond Lake is a pristine man-made lake, located one mile west of Payne Gap off U.S. 119 in Jenkins, KY. Once the site of a mining camp, the valley was dammed and flooded in 1961 to create this shining centerpiece of the 895-acre Little Laurel Park. The lake is home to freshwater jellyfish, a

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Fishtrap Lake

Fishtrap Lake was created to help control flooding along the Ohio and Big Sandy Rivers. The lake is surrounded by natural beauty nestled among mountains and dense forests, Fishtrap Lake will appeal to anyone who loves boating, fishing or hiking. But don’t be surprised if the other visitors you meet as you wander around the

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Cave Run Lake

There is plenty of open water to enjoy jet-skiing, lazy days relaxing on a pontoon or houseboat, tubing and more. Cave Run Lake, combined with the adjoining Licking River, provides year-round opportunities for recreation, as well as beautiful camping areas.

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Cave Run Lake Loop

This route starts off following a valley with long sweeping turns. During the spring it is beautiful with the budding trees. After you turn onto 801 it won’t be long until you follow the lake. This is a gorgeous section of the loop with the hills of eastern KY behind the lake. After that you

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