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Lake Cumberland, Kentucky
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History of Lake Cumberland
Lake Cumberland, one of the largest, man-made lakes in the nation, was formed by damming a large section of the Cumberland River. Today, 1255 miles of Lake Cumberland shoreline supports over 63,000 acres of water.
Pulaski County is located in South Central Kentucky and is the 3rd largest county in the state. Ideally located between the Daniel Boone National Forest and Lake Cumberland. This area attracts more than 1.5 million visitors each year.
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Hunting and Fishing License
Hunting and Fishing licenses can be obtained by calling 877-598-2401. |
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Boat License
Boating license can be obtained by calling 606-679-2042. |
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Marinas
Burnside Marina - In the heart of Burnside,Kentucky. Enjoy a houseboat, fishing boat, ski boat, wave runner, and pontoon rentals. This is a modern, well equipped, full service marina, complete docking facilities and ramp. Follow Hwy 27 to Lakeshore dr. 606-561-4223
or 800-844-8862 or www.burnsidemarina.com.
Buck Creek Boat Dock - Houseboat, fishing boat, pontoon rental. Complete docking facilities and ramp. KY 769. 606-382-5542.
Lee's Ford Marina - Located on Lake Cumberland's Fishing Creek, 4 miles west of Somerset on W. KY 80. Full-service marina, complete docking facilities and ramp. Boat rentals, include pontoons, ski boats, canoes, fishing boats, and wave runners. 1-877-lees ford or www.leesfordmarina.com. |
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Parks and Recreational Areas
Cumberland Falls—68 foot water fall 20-45 minutes from Somerset. Sightseeing, hiking, scenic overlooks, and the only “moonbow” in the Western Hemisphere appears with some full moons. 1-800-325-0063. www.cumberlandfallspark.com
General Burnside Island State Park—Island park on Lake Cumberland. 10 min. from Woodson Bend. 18-hole golf course, public pool, camping, picnicking, recreation, boat launching ramp. “Christmas Island” mid-November through Jan. 1. Illuminated, animated scenes of the Holiday Season. 606-561-4104. http://parks.ky.gov/stateparks/ge/
Mill Springs Park– Authentic old water mill with one of the largest overshot water wheels in the world on the banks of Lake Cumberland. Go W. on Hwy. 90 to State Rd. 1275. Watch corn being ground, then purchase your own, freshly ground.
Big South Fork National Park– Somerset is the northern gateway to the nations’ newest recreation area. Locally known as the “Yellowstone of the East” it provides access to one of the most beautiful, unspoiled natural areas in the Eastern US. Enjoy hiking, a train ride into the wilderness, and much more. www.bigsouthforkpark.com
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Tourism Around Somerset
Renfro Valley—Located in Mt. Vernon. Grande Ole Oprey-type shows & dancing at the “Barn Dance”. Complete crafts village, general store, gift shops, & a country music museum. Regular weekend shows. 800-765-7464. www.renfrovalley.com
KY Horse park—located in Lexington, the park is a working horse farm with 1,200 acres. The park is like none other in the world. The park features 2 museums, twin theaters & nearly 50 different breeds of horses. 606-678-8813. www.kyhorsepark.com
Horse parks—Take u.s. 62 from Versailles to Midway for a scenic drive past Lane’s End Farm (which hosted President Bush and Queen Elizabeth II) and other famous farms.
Berea—About 40 miles S. of Lexington. Home to Berea College. Student craft industries & the abundance of shops & galleries have gained Berea the title of “Ky Craft Capital”
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