* Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is a 170,000-acre recreation area located between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley in Western Kentucky. The park offers a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and swimming. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and bison.
* The Kentucky Coal Mining Museum is located in Benham, Kentucky, and tells the story of the coal mining industry in Eastern Kentucky. The museum features exhibits on the history of coal mining, the lives of coal miners, and the impact of coal mining on the environment.
* The Red River Gorge Geological Area is located in Slade, Kentucky, and is known for its unique rock formations and scenery. The gorge offers a variety of hiking trails, including the famous Nada Tunnel Trail, which takes hikers through a tunnel carved through the rock.
* Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is located near Corbin, Kentucky, and is home to the largest waterfall in the eastern United States. The park offers a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and swimming. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and bear.
Historical Attractions
* The Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site is located in Hodgenville, Kentucky, and is the birthplace of the 16th President of the United States. The site features a replica of Lincoln's birthplace cabin and a museum with exhibits on his life and presidency.
* The Jefferson Davis State Historic Site is located in Fairview, Kentucky, and is the birthplace of the only President of the Confederate States of America. The site features a replica of Davis' birthplace cabin and a museum with exhibits on his life and the Civil War.
* The Fort Boonesborough State Park is located in Richmond, Kentucky, and is the site of the first permanent European settlement in Kentucky. The park features a replica of the original fort, a museum, and a variety of hiking trails.
Cultural Attractions
* The Kentucky Opry is a live country music and comedy show that has been performing in Paintsville, Kentucky, for over 50 years. The show features a variety of talented performers, including singers, dancers, and comedians.
* The Gateway Regional Museum is located in Paintsville, Kentucky, and features exhibits on the history and culture of the Eastern Kentucky region. The museum also hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year.
* The Mountain Arts Center is located in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, and is a performing arts center that hosts a variety of events, including concerts, plays, and dance performances. The center also has an art gallery and a museum.
