the Kentucky Unbridled Adventure
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the Kentucky Unbridled Adventure
unbridled adventure guide Only One Kentucky. Welcome to Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure! Kentucky has so many exciting adventure tourism opportunities and this guide will help you decide which adventure is best for you. Whether you are horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing or boating, Kentucky has something that will make your adventure a memorable experience. Thanks for visiting us and we hope you enjoy your own Unbridled Adventure! Sincerely, First Lady Jane Beshear Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet Kentucky Office for Adventure Tourism 500 Mero St. 24th Floor Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 (502) 564-4270 www.getoutky.com TABLE OF CONTENTS ADVENTURES IN ALTITUDE Caving Hot Air Balloons Rock Climbing, Rappeling Powered Parachutes Skydiving Tree Climbing Ziplining 6 6 7 7 8 8 8 SITES AND SERVICES Fishing Guides Hunting Guides National/ State Parks Shooting Sports Wildlife Viewing 9 11 14 14 16 TRAIL BLAZING ATV/OHV Hiking Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Orienteering 17 19 20 26 29 WATER ADVENTURES Canoeing/Kayaking Marinas Sailing Scuba Diving 30 34 40 41 • • • • • • Cla s rk Ri ve r Riv e Hickman er Riv Ohio Rive r nd berla R Columbus Berkley Wickliffe Oh io ve r Oh io Ri Kentucky River Water Trail Green River Heartland Water Trail Levisa Fork of the Big Sandy Water Trail Licking River Water Trail Cumberland River Water Trail Dawson Springs Pine Mtn Trail io Oh Ri ve R ed r Riv e r KY Great River Region Trail Jenny Wiley Trail Sheltowee Trace Dawkins Line Interstate Major Rivers er Daniel Boone National Forest Pine Mountain Pennyrile Forest / State Park Jenny Wiley Trail & State Parks NE Great River Region Western Kentucky Purchase Trails Mammoth Cave National Park Trail Town applications submitted Trail Towns Certified Trail Town lt R iv er er Barr en R ive r Ri e Gr en Ri ve r Harrodsburg Campbellsville Greensburg Munfordville Sa Frankfort Carrollton Oh io ve ix R er Stearns iv Sadieville D r er Riv Oh io Licking River L r au el Ri ve r London Livingston McKee Irvine Slade io Oh ve r Evarts Cumberland Lynch Jenkins Whitesburg Elkhorn City Paintsville Royalton Benham Frenchburg Beattyville Ri Olive Hill Vanceburg r Oh io R ive r Morehead Rive Oh io Red Riv er Ohio River KENTUCKY TRAIL TOWNS le Riv • • • • • er Riv Oh io r ive hR ug Ro ive r tle Major Trail Systems er Riv Riv ed C um tle kR Lit F or io Oh Mu d R r Rive Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Nolin Oh Rive We st er iv io R er er Riv y Riv Bir d Ob ey tuck c ast K en Lit r ve Ri y er nd Riv Sa 4 io Oh R ed Rock River Ohio r ver Pond Ri iv er r Kentucky Outdoor Adventure Resources: Kentucky Office for Adventure Tourism www.getoutky.com (502) 564-4270 Kentucky Recreational Trails Authority www.krta.ky.gov (502) 564-4270 Kentucky Back Country Horsemen www.kybch.com (859) 744-0397 Kentucky State Parks www.parks.ky.gov 800-255-7275 Kentucky Bike and Bikeway Commission www.bicycleky.org (502) 564-7183 Kentucky Trails Association www.kentuckytrails.org (502) 454-5601 Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife www.fw.ky.gov (800) 858-1549 Eastern Kentucky Recreational Trails System (888) 857-5263 Kentucky Department of Transportation Bicycle-Pedestrian Coordinator www.transportation.ky.gov/bike-walk (502) 564-7183 Jenny Wiley Trail Conference (606) 584-7744 Kentucky Division of Forestry www.forestry.ky.gov (502) 564-4496 Kentucky Horse Council www.kentuckyhorse.org (859) 367-0509 Kentucky Marina Association www.kentucky-marinas.com (270) 388-2532 Kentucky Mountain Bike Association www.kymba.org (502) 370-6066 Kentucky Paddlers Association www.canoeky.com (800) 226-6359 Orienteering Louisville www.olou.org (502) 400-9082 Pine Mountain Trail Conference www.pinemountaintrail.com (606) 633-2362 Red River Gorge Climbers Coalition www.rrgcc.org (859) 422-3085 Sheltowee Trace Association www.sheltoweetrace.org (606) 584-7744 Kentucky Department of Travel and Tourism www.KentuckyTourism.com (800) 255-8747 Kentucky Parks and Recreation Society www.kyrec.org (502) 696-9834 5 ADVENTURES IN ALTITUDE Caving Carter Caves State Resort Park Louisville Mega Cavern Cub Run Cave Mammoth Cave National Park Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Outlaw Cave, Kentucky Action Park 344 Caveland Dr. Olive Hill, KY 41164 (P) 606-286-4411 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Highest concentration of caves of any area in the state. Two caves have guided tours year-round. 15101 Cub Run Hwy. Cub Run, KY 42729 (P) 270-524-1444 (W) www.cubruncave.net Guided tours on wooden walkways with interior lighting throughout the cave. US 25 E South Middlesboro, KY 40965 (P) 606-248-1052 (W) www.nps.gov/cuga/planyourvisit/guidedtours.htm Gap Cave Tour is a guided 1.5 miles, moderately strenuous. 1841 Taylor Ave. Louisville, KY 40213 (P) 502-855-6342 (W) www.louisvillemegacavern.com 100-acre underground cavern, former salt mining operation, underground tours. 1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Mammoth Cave, KY 42257 (P) 270-758-2180 (W) www.nps.gov/maca/index.htm Longest cave system in the world, guided tours offered. 3057 Mammoth Cave Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-2560 (W) www.kentuckyactionpark.com Guided cave tours, approx. 45 minutes long. Lantern tour at the end of the day. Diamond Caverns 1900 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Park City, KY 41260 (P) 270-749-2233 (W) www.diamondcaverns.com Half-mile guided tours. Cave has been open for 140 years. Hidden River Caves 119 E. Main St. Horse Cave, KY 42749 (P) 270-786-1466 (W) www.cavern.org 8-mile labyrinth with subterranean river flowing beneath. Kentucky Caverns 3700 L&N Turnpike Rd. Horse Cave, KY 42749 (P) 270-786-2634 (W) www.kdu.com At Kentucky Down Under, 45-minute cave tour. Hot Air Balloons Balloon Odyssey 1301 Taxus Top Ln., Unit 202 Louisville, KY 40243 (P) 502-245-1588 (W) www.louisvilleballoonrides.com Hot Ait Ballon rides Crawford Hot Air Balloons, Inc. 1812 Foxboro Rd. LaGrange, KY 40031 (P) 502-222-7600 (W) www.balloonrides.org Full time commercial balloon company, scenic passenger rides and balloon sales. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Guided trips to various cave systems. 6 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Rock Climbing/Rappelling Asbury University Adventure Programs Muir Valley Bluegrass Bouldering Pendergrass-Murray Recreational Preserve 1 Macklem Dr. Wilmore, KY 40390 (P) 859-858-3511 (W) www.asbury.edu/adventure Guided climbing and instructional trips to a variety of locations 941 National Ave., Ste. 110 Lexington, KY 40502 (P) 859-492-4287 (W) www.bluegrassbouldering.com Climbing gym with equipment rentals Cave Run Bicycle and Outdoor Center 995 Hwy. 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-784-1818 (W) www.caverunbikeshop.com Full service rock climbing guide. Derby City Climbing Louisville, KY (P) 502-905-2658 (W) www.derbycityclimbing.com Guided climbs. Provides travel, gear and training. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Numerous programs and events feature climbing and rappelling. 48 Muir Rd. Rogers, KY 41365 (P) 606-668-9066 (W) www.muirvalley.com Climbing preserve in Wolfe County with 300+ routes. Lee Co., Ky (W) www.rrgcc.org 750 acre climbing preserve in Red River Gorge area 400+ rpites/ Red River Outdoors 415 Natural Bridge Rd. Slade, KY 40376 (P) 859-230-3567 (W) www.redriveroutdoors.com Guided climbing and rappelling in the Red River Gorge. Torrent Falls Climbing Adventure 1617 N. KY 11 Campton, KY 41301 (P) 606-668-6613 (W) www.torrentfalls.com Guided climbs and rappels in the Red River Gorge. First Via Ferrata in U.S. Kentucky Rock & Adventure Guides (KRAG) 380 Sky Bridge Rd. Pine Ridge, KY 41360 (P) 606-668-7459 (W) www.kragky.com Guided climbing and instruction in the Red River Gorge Red River Gorge Daniel Boone National Forest 3451 Sky Bridge Rd. Stanton, KY 40380 (P) 606-663-8100 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf One of the most popular climbing destinations for sport and traditional climbing. Powered Parachutes UltraFlight Aviation 9900 Glen Vista Dr. Prospect, KY 40059 (P) 502-235-6124 (W) www.ultraflightaviation.com Specialize in sport-flight training, in particular powered parachute. Also provide general aviation training sales and repair. Train/fly at the following locations: • Jakes Field ,Smithfield • Craw Daddy Landing Airport (Private), Carrollton • Woodledge Farm Airport, Anchorage 7 Skydiving Skydive Kentucky, LLC Elizabethtown Regional Airport 1824 Kitty Hawk Dr. Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Home Office 5878 Columbia Hwy. Greensburg, KY 42743 (P) 270-723-3587 (W) www.skydiveky.com Flying out of Elizabethtown’s airport, training, equipment and jumps for every level of parachuter. Tree Climbing Earthjoy Adventures Tree Climbing 3811 Dead Timber Rd. California, KY 41007 (P) 859-653-2907 (W) www.climbtreeswithearthjoy.com Recreational tree climbing park, numerous species, heights, and difficulties to climb. All safety equipment and training provided. Kentucky Shores Family Fun Center 6215 US Hwy. 641 Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (P) 270-362-4774 (W) www.kyshoresfun.com 8 line zip line tour, 2 sky bridges. Louisville Mega Cavern 1841 Taylor Ave. Louisville, KY 40213 (P) 502-855-6342 (W) www.louisvillemegacavern.com The world’s first and only zipline adventure totally underground. Five ziplines and three challenge bridges. Up to two hours of pure adrenaline. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Zip line located on property Mammoth Cave Adventures 1994 Roy Hunter Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-6087 (W) www.mammothcave-adventures.com Kentucky’s first zipline canopy tour, multiple lines, sky bridge. Red River Appalachian Zipline Tours 997 Bluebird Ln. Frenchburg, KY 40322 (P) 937-304-1492 (W) www.redriverziplines.com Near the Red River Gorge and Cave Run Lake, seven lines. Red River Gorge Zipline Tours Ziplining The Big Zipper Big Rock Off Road Park 8157 Stonelick Rd. Maysville, KY 41056 (P) 606-759-8204 (W) www.bigrockoffroadpark.com Three lines totalling 2,300 feet. 400 Cliffview Rd. Campton, KY 41301 (P) 606-668-6222 (W) www.redrivergorgezipline.com Five line canopy tour spanning the Red River Gorge. Canoe rentals, cabin and lodge rentals. Black Mountain Thunder 711 Bailey Creek Rd. Evarts, KY 40828 (P) 606-837-3205 (W) www.blackmountainthunder.com Kentucky’s highest, fastest zipline! 8 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure SITES AND SERVICES Fishing Guides Angling Adventures with John Morgan Captain Kevin Frey’s Guide Service Bass Buster Guide Service Captain Kirk’s Guide Service Kentucky Lake 2060 Turner Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-436-2810 (W) www.jmorganfishing.com Crappie Kentucky and Barkley Lakes (P) 270-362-9987 (W) www.kentuckylakeguide.com Bass guide Between the Rivers Guide Service Tennessee, Cumberland and Ohio Rivers 816 Paradise Dr. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 (P) 270-703-7337 (W) www.kybeaver1.com Guiding for many species, specializes in striper, catfish and smallmouth bass Big Bear Resort Kentucky and Barkley Lakes 575 Green Acres Ln. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-8167 (W) www.captainfreysguideservice.com Bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill and redears Kentucky Lake 11442 US Hwy. 68 E Benton, KY 42025 (P) 877-354-6017 (W) www.captainkirksguideservice.com Multispecies guide Cave Run Muskie Guide Service and Mountain Muskie Lodge Cave Run Lake Frenchburg, KY 40322 (P) 606-776-6567 (W) www.kymuskie.com Muskie Kentucky Lake 30 Big Bear Resort Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6414 (W) www.bigbearkentuckylake.com Fishing guide operates out of marina. Crappie and Bass Conley Bottom Striper Guide Service Bobby Gentry’s Guide Service Crash’s Landing Camo Fish Guide Service Cumberland Trout Guide Dale Hollow Lake 945 Hendricks Creek Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-427-0419 (W) www.bobbygentry.com Black Bass guide, call ahead for groups 3 or more. Ohio River Henderson, KY (P) 270-748-6077 (W) www.camofishguideservice.com Stripers, catfish and sauger near Henderson Captain Dan’s Guide Service Lake Cumberland 736 Highway 1275 N Monticello, KY 42633 (P) 606-271-2247 (W) www.conleystriper.com Striper Cave Run Lake 1170 Highway 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-780-4260 (W) www.crashslanding.com Musky Cumberland River 258 Dutton Circle Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 859-494-4489 (W) www.cumberlandtroutguide.com Trout and smallmouth Kentucky Lake 4210 KY 94E Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-293-7786 (W) www.captaindansguideservice.com Bass, crappie, bluegill and white bass 9 Fishing Guides Continued D.C. Guide Services Jonathan Creek Outfitters Dan Cayce Guide Service Kick’n Bass Guide Service Dix River Adventures Kings Creek Resort Eddy Creek Marina KY Trophy Fishing Lake Cumberland 782 Island Ramp Rd. Nancy, KY 42544 (P) 270-866-0625 (W) www.dcguideservices.com Striper Kentucky and Barkley Lakes 208 James Dr. Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (P) 270-886-8592 (W) www.fishlakebarkley.com Crappie and white Bass Kentucky and Dix River 105 Olivia Ct. Wilmore, KY 40390 (P) 859-858-8235 (W) www.dixriveradventures.com Trophy trout and multispecies Lake Barkley 7612 State Route 93 S Eddyville, KY 42038 (P) 270-388-2271 (W) www.eddycreek.com Bass, crappie, bluegill and redear Fish On Guide Service Lake Cumberland Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 502-468-2250 (W) www.fishonguide.com Striper Fishing Hype Guide Service Kentucky & Barkley Lakes 80 S. Will Eli Rd. Kuttawa, KY 42055 (P) 612-889-2433 (W) www.fishinghype.com Bass, crappie, redear & bluegill Hillbilly DeLux Guide Service Lake Cumberland 3677 S. Hwy. 92 E Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 270-217-7932 (W) www.hillbillydelux.com Striper 10 Kentucky Lake 375 McDay Lane Dexter, KY 42036 (P) 270-978-0971 (W) www.jonathancreekoutfitters.com Crappie, bass, stripers, redear and bluegill Kentucky Lake 66 Jocelin Dr. Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (P) 270-703-6133 (W) www.kicknbass.net Bass, Redear, Bluegill, Fishing and Sonar Classes Kentucky Lake 972 King Creek Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-439-0076 (W) www.fishinkentucky.com Guide for multispecies Dale Hollow Lake, Lake Cumberland and Cumberland River 268 Homer Grider Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7395 (W) www.kytrophyfishing.com Smallmouth, trout and striper Larry’s Guide Service Lake Cumberland Russell Springs, KY 42642 (P) 270-566-0045 (W) www.larrysguideservice.com Striper Morgan’s Guide Service Lake Cumberland 275 Garner Dr. Russell Springs, KY 42642 (P) 270-866-7177 (W) www.fishlakecumberland.com Striper Nativ Bowfishing Guide Service Tennessee and Cumberland Rivers, Kentucky and Barkley Lakes 13 Maple Hill Eddyville, KY 42038 (P) 270-625-9414 (W) www.nativbowfishing.com Bowfishing for rough fish and catfish Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Fishing Guides Continued Rainbow Guide Service Cumberland River, Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake 689 Otter Creek Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7674 (W) www.rainbowguideservice.com Specializes in trout, striper and smallmouth bass Sasser’s Guide Service Lake Cumberland HC-67 Box 142 Albany, KY 42602 (P) 606-387-8949 (W) www.sassersguideservice.com Striper Shell’s Wolf Creek Outfitters and Foggy Bottom Campground Lake Cumberland 310 Kaufman Rd. Jamestown, KY42629 (P) 270-343-2510 (W) www.fishwolfcreek.com Stripers, walleye, bass, brown and rainbow trout Stevens Guide Service Lake Cumberland 2290 Cherry Grove Rd. Somerset, KY 42501 (P) 606-677-6631 (W) www.stevensguideservice.com Striper Striper Mania Guide Service Lake Cumberland 219 M. Tucker Rd. Russell Springs, KY 42642 (P) 270-866-6717 (W) www.stripermania.com Striper Striper Time Guide Service Lake Cumberland 490 New Fall Creek Rd. Monticello, KY 42633 (P) 606-278-1111 (W) www.stripertime.com Striper guide StriperFun Guide Service Lake Cumberland Nancy, KY 42502 (P) 866-575-3770 (W) www.striperfun.com Striper guide Weakley’s Guide Service Kentucky Lake 527 E. Unity Church Rd. Hardin, KY 42048 (P) 270-354-9974 Bass, crappie, catfish, white bass Woods and Water Guide Service Kentucky and Barkley Lakes 33 Outland School Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-227-2443 (W) www.woodsandwaterguideservice.com Crappie, bass, redear Hunting Guides Buck Country Outfitters 2023 River Rd. Clarkson, KY 42726 (P) 270-242-9639 (W) www.bcohunt.com Archery whitetail hunts and turkey hunts Cave Run Muskie Guide Service and Mountain Muskie Lodge Cave Run Lake Frenchburg, KY 40322 (P) 606-776-6567 (W) www.kymuskie.com Turkey Clover Creek Hunting Farms 1172 Teller-Haycraft Lane Hardinsburg, KY 40143 (P) 270-788-3883 (W) www.thebirdhunt.com Upland bird, whitetail, turkey and waterfowl Cox Trophy Hunts of Western Kentucky Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-350-7111 (W) www.ccwhitetails.net Whitetail and turkey Deer Creek Lodge 8160 State Route 132 E Dixon, KY 42455 (P) 270-835-2424 (W) www.deercreeklodge.net Whitetail, turkey, quail, pheasant and waterfowl Donaldson Creek Hunting Camp 833 Creswell Rd. Princeton, KY 42445 (P) 270-365-5118 (W) www.donaldsoncreek.com Whitetail and turkey 11 Hunting Guides Continued Double D Wildlife Ranch 2900 Balls High Rd. Nebo, KY 42441 (P) 270-841-1304 (W) www.kentuckybowhunter.com Whitetail, turkey and preserve elk Drop Tine Outfitters 610 Simmons Ford Lewisburg, KY 42256 (P) 252-414-1407 (W) www.huntdroptine.com Whitetail, turkey, predator, Edge River Outfitters 1414 Old Notronville White Plains Rd. Nortonville, KY 42442 (P) 270-836-7422 (W) www.edgeriveroutfitters.com Whitetail and turkey Elk Country Outfitters Wayland, KY 41666 (P) 606-259-1667 (W) www.elkcountryoutfitters.com Guided elk hunts Elk Creek Hunt Club 1860 Georgetown Rd. Owenton, KY 40359 (P) 502-484-4569 (W) www.elkcreekhuntclub.com Quail and pheasant, Eurpoean tower shoots, turkey, whitetail Ellie May Outfitters 21229 Bear Creek Rd. Catlettsburg, KY 41129 (P) 304-453-6196 (W) www.elliemayoutfitters.com Whitetail, turkey and bobcat Hunt West Kentucky Outfitters and Lodge 4021 US Highway 102 Marion, KY 42064 (P) 270-210-7300 (W) www.bowhuntingwestky.com Whitetail and turkey Jonathan Creek Outfitters 375 McDay Lane Dexter, KY 42036 (P) 270-978-0971 (W) www.jonathancreekoutfitters.com Whitetail and turkey 12 Kentucky Antler Company at Canoe Creek Ranch 260 Galilee Rd. Lancaster, KY 40444 (P) 859-548-8334 (W) www.canoecreekranch.com Whitetail, turkey, upland bird, elk (for those drawn for elk tags) Kentucky Whitetail Outfitters, LLC 297 Hoover Rd. Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 606-305-7626 Whitetail hunts Moss 94 2440 Providence Rd. Providence, KY 42450 (P) 270-667-2984 (W) www.deertime.com Whitetail, turkey, waterfowl, upland bird Premier Outfitters of Western Kentucky 238 Thacker Rd. Gracey, KY 42232 (P) 864-938-8699 (W) www.premieroutfitters.com Whitetail and turkey Rooster Run Hunting Lodge 310 State Route 670 W Providence, KY 42450 (P) 270-667-0212 (W) www.roosterrunlodge.com Whitetail and turkey Salt River Outfitters 1061 Valhalla Dr. Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (P) 502-680-0544 (W) www.saltriverhunts.com Whitetail hunts Shell’s Wolf Creek Outfitters and Foggy Bottom Campground Lake Cumberland 310 Kaufman Rd. Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 270-343-2510 (W) www.fishwolfcreek.com Whitetail and turkey hunt (not-guided) available with cabin rental Silver Creek Outfitters Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (P) 270-498-3344 (W) www.silvercreekoutfitters.com Whitetail and turkey Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Hunting Guides Continued Snipe Creek Hunting Lodge 387 Moser Lane Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-436-2626 (W) www.snipecreeklodge.com Whitetail hunts Steve Hartley Outdoors Frankfort, KY 40602 (P) 502-803-5899 (W) www.stevehartleyoutdoors.com Whitetail, waterfowl, turkey Trophy Hunts Unlimited Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-206-0577 (W) www.trophyhuntsunlimited.com Whitetail and turkey The Vineyards at Longview Golf and Hunting Resort Winghaven Lodge 15616 State Route 120 Providence, KY 42450 (P) 270-836-7998 (W) www.winghavenlodge.com Quail and pheasant, waterfowl, whitetail, coyote and rabbit, trapping lessons Woods and Water Guide Service 33 Outland School Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-227-2443 (W) www.woodsandwaterguideservice.com Waterfowl Woods Creek Outfitters Liberty, KY 42539 (P) 859-302-2508 (W) www.woodscreekoutfitters.com Whitetail and turkey 3243 Frankfort Rd. Georgetown, KY 40324 (P) 859-421-8457 (W) www.thevineyardsatlongview.com Whitetail, turkey, waterfowl Upper Bottom Outfitters Hickman, KY (P) 731-884-3824 (W) www.upperbottomoutfitters.com Waterfowl, river bottom hunts Wallhanger Farms 2073 River Rd. Smithland, KY 42081 (P) 404-569-2699 (W) www.wallhangerfarms.com Whitetail and turkey Whitetail Creek Outfitters 800 Whitetail Creek Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-9639 (W) www.whitetailcreekoutfitters.net Whitetail and turkey Whitetail Heaven Outfitters 2047 Hall Rd. Nicholasville, KY 40356 (P) 859-509-2704 (W) www.deerhuntingkentucky.com Whitetail, turkey, quail and pheasant Wild Wing Lodge and Kennel 2680 Longbranch Rd. Sturgis, KY 42459 (P) 810-813-1608 (W) www.wildwingkennel.com Upland bird 13 National/State Parks Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area Headquarters 4564 Leatherwood Road Oneida, TN 37841 (P) 423-569-9778 (W) www.nps.gov/biso Cumberland Gap National Historical Park 91 Bartlett Park Road Middlesboro, KY 40965 (P) 606-248-2817 (W) www.nps.gov/cuga Daniel Boone National Forest 1700 Bypass Road Winchester, KY 40391 (P) 859-745-3100 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf Kentucky State Parks 17 Resort Parks 22 Recreation Parks 10 Historic Parks (P) 800-255-7275 (W) www.ky.parks.ky.gov Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area 100 Van Morgan Drive Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2000 or 800-525-7077 (W) www.lbl.org Mammoth Cave National Park 1 Mammoth Cave Parkway Mammoth Cave, KY 42259 (P) 270-758-2180 (W) www.nps.gov/maca Shooting Sports 4-D Archery 259 Sawmill Rd. Bethlehem, KY 40007 (P) 502-845-5392 (W) www.4-darchery.com 3-D target and 50 yd. range. Retail and full service archery shop. Cedar Hills Archery and Pay Lake 2668 Cornishville Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-366-4441 Archery Pro-shop with 3-D targets and range. 14 Central Kentucky Gun Club 638 Dreyfus Rd. Berea, KY 40403 (P) 859-986-4130 Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, open to public. Chief Paduke Gun Club 10425 Ogden Landing Rd. West Paducah, KY 42086 (P) 270-994-8661 (W) www.chiefpaduke.com Four regulation skeet fields, one trap field. Cove Spring Park/Nature Preserve 100 Cove Spring Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-875-8575 (W) www.frankfortparksandrec.com Practice, NASP and 3-D archery ranges. Curtis Gates Lloyd Wildlife Management Area Grant County (P) 859-428-2262 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Rifle, pistol, trap and skeet ranges. Check calendar online to ensure availability. Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Ranger District, Clear Creek Morehead, KY 40531 (P) 606-784-6428 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Four shooting tables with four targets. Pioneer and modern weapons. Range from 25 - 200 yards Daniel Boone National Forest, London Ranger District, Whitman Branch Range London, KY 40744 (P) 606-864-4163 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Five shooting benches, two lanes at 100 yds., one at 50 yds., two at 25 yds.; pistol and rifle range. Daniel Boone National Forest Stearns Ranger District Whitley City, KY 42653 (P) 606-376-5323 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ • Apple Tree Shooting Range - rifle and handgun outdoor range, 100 yd. max. • Keno Shooting Range – 50 yd. pistol and 100 yd. rifle. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Shooting Sports Continued Elk Creek Hunt Club 1860 Georgetown Rd. Owenton, KY 40359 (P) 502-484-4569 (W) www.elkcreekhuntclub.com Sporting clay range, gun rentals, hunting packages, lodge, training sessions by reservation. Host competitions. Higginson-Henry Wildlife Management Area Union County, 2 miles east of Morganfield on KY 56 (P) 270-389-3580 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Shooting range for single-projectile firearms only. Check calendar online. Hinton Archery and Outdoors 621 S 4th St. Murray KY 42071 (P) 270-759-4600 (W) www.hintonarchery.com Archery retail store with full service and indoor range. Jefferson Gun Club 660 Gun Club Rd. Brooks, KY 40109 (P) 502-957-4661 Skeet, sporting clays, trap on 85-acres, camping available. Instructions and monthly tournaments. John A. Kleber Wildlife Management Area Owen and Franklin Counties KY 368 (Cedar Rd.) (P) 502-535-6335 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Shooting range for single-projectile firearms only. Check calendar online. Jones-Keeney Wildlife Management Area Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area Target Range 100 Van Morgan Dr. Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2171 (W) www.lbl.org Newly renovated target range; 150 yd. rifle range and 50 yd. pistol range. Archery practice and field archery range. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Instruction available with some programming. Miller Welch-Central Kentucky Wildlife Management Area Madison County 9.5 miles south of Richmond (P) 859-986-4130 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Trap and skeet, archery range and 100 yard rifle range. Public hunting area. Check online calendar for events and closures. Open Range 6401 Cross Keys Blvd. Crestwood, KY 40014 (P) 502-243-8282 (W) www.openrangesports.com Kentucky’s only 5-star rated range. 25 yd. pistol range lanes, 100 yd. rifle ranges; 11,000 sq.ft. indoor paintball arena and pro-shop; rent pistols and rifles, purchase supplies and accessories. Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area Caldwell County (P) 270-753-6913 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Bow, rifle and skeet ranges. 850 Otter Creek Rd. Brandenburg, KY 40108 (P) 502-924-9171 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Outdoor archery and rifle range. Knob Creek Gun Range Paducah Shooters Supply 690 Ritchey Ln. West Point, KY 40177 (P) 502-922-4457 (W) www.knobcreekrange.com Several outdoor ranges including the 350 yd. main range. Retail firearms and shooting supplies / accessories; host gun competitions and shooting events. Lake Barkley State Resort Park Trap Range 3500 State Park Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Lighted trap range; shotguns and clays available; open seasonal. 3919 Cairo Rd. Paducah, KY 42001 (P) 270-443-3758 (W) www.pssguns.com/ShootingLessons.html Offering customized shooting lessons and a paintball field that is available by reservation. Peabody Wildlife Management Area Ohio, Hopkins and Muhlenberg Counties located south of West Kentucky Pkwy. (P) 270-273-3568 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Shooting range for single-projectile firearms only. Check calendar online. 15 Shooting Sports Continued Randy’s Range 345 Marksberry Ln. Sparta, KY 41086 (P) 859-835-1885 (W) www.randysrange.com Rifle, pistol and shotgun ranges. Rockcastle Shooting Center at Park Mammoth Resort 22850 Louisville Rd. Park City, KY 42160 (P) 270-749-4101 (W) www.parkmammothresort.us/rockcastle.htm Number of recreational and tactical shooting ranges, rifle and pistol ranges, shotgun sports (clay, skeet, trap) archery, and paintball. Gun rentals, ammo and supplies. Taylorsville Lake Wildlife Management Area Spencer, Anderson and Nelson Counties Shooting range on Briar Ridge Rd. (P) 502-477-9024 (W) fw.ky.gov Shooting range for single-projectile firearms only. Check calendar online. The Vineyards at Longview Golf and Hunting Resort 3243 Frankfort Pike Georgetown, KY 40324 (P) 502-863-2165 (W) www.thevineyardsatlongview.com Archery range and guided hunts for numerous species. Wildlife Viewing All Terrain Elk Tours Ary, KY 41712 (P) 606-436-2635 (W) www.allterrainelktours.com Elk viewing tours on side by side ATV. Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park 4441 KY Hwy. 1833 Buckhorn, KY 41721 (P) 606-398-7510 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Winter elk watches. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary 1305 Germany Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 859-873-5711 Nature center, picnic pavilion with bird blind, 3.5 miles of trails for viewing. 16 Cove Spring Park/Nature Preserve 100 Cove Spring Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-875-8575 (W) www.frankfortparksandrec.com Restored wetland with viewing area, nature programs, interpretative nature trails. Jenny Wiley State Resort Park 75 Theatre Ct. Prestonsburg, KY 41653 (P) 606-889-1790 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Winter elk watches. John James Audubon State Park 3100 US Hwy. 41 N Henderson, KY 42419 (P) 270-826-2247 (W) www.park.ky.gov Wildlife observation room, Audubon museum, bird observatory. Kenlake State Resort Park 542 Kenlake Rd. Hardin, KY 42048 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Winter eagle viewing tours on Kentucky Lake. Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area 100 Van Morgan Dr. Golden Pond, KY (P) 270-924-2000 (W) www.lbl.org Elk and bison prairie, nature station, eagle viewing. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Numerous species of wildlife may be viewed on property. Pine Mountain State Resort Park 1050 State Park Rd. Pineville, KY 40977 (P) 606-337-3066 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Winter elk watches. Saddle Up Elk Tours 250 Hale Cemetery Rd. Mallie, KY 41836 (P) 606-642-3656 (W) www.trailsrus.com Elk viewing tours on horseback. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Wildlife Viewing Continued Salato Wildlife Education Center 1 Sportsman’s Ln Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-564-7863 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Nature Center, numerous species of Kentucky Wildlife, viewing trails. Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill 3501 Lexington Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 800-734-5611 (W) www.shakervillageky.org Bird watching stations, river cruises with wildlife viewing possibilities TRAIL BLAZING ATV/OHV All Terrain Elk Tours 18354 KY Hwy. 476 Hazard, KY 41701 (P) 606-436-2635 (W) www.allterrainelktours.com Elk viewing tours on ATVs throughout Perry County and surrounding areas. Bills 491 Off-Road Park 2342 US 491 DeMossville, KY 41033 (P) 859-640-3911 (W) www.bills491offroad.com 30+ miles of trails, various terrains, some trails under construction. Big Rock Off-Road Park 8157 Stonelick Rd. Maysville, KY 41056 (P) 606-759-8204 (W) www.bigrockoffroadpark.com 2,000-acres of wooded trails in Mason County. Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area 711 Bailey Creek Rd. Evarts, KY 40828 (P) 606-837-3205 (W) www.harlancountytrails.com 100+ miles of trails in Harlan County, elevations up to 3,300 ft. Blackrock MX Park 300 Oscar Skeeters Rd. Leitchfield, KY 42754 (P) 270-879-3565 MX Track. Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Ranger District, White Sulphur OHV Trail 2371 KY 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-784-6428 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ 20+ miles of trails, near Cave Run Lake, some areas may be challenging to novice riders. Daniel Boone National Forest London District 761 S. Laurel Rd. London, KY 40744 (P) 606-864-4163 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Approx. 30 miles of trails open to ATVs & S-Tree ATV/AHV Campground Daniel Boone National Forest, Redbird Ranger District, Redbird Crest Trails 91 Peabody Rd. Big Creek, KY 41749 (P) 606-598-2192 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Over 60 miles of multi-use trails, different sections with varying lengths and difficulties, ATVs must have user permit, available at stores in the area. Daniel Boone National Forest Stearns Ranger District 3320 Hwy. 27 N Whitley City, KY 42653 (P) 606-376-5323 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Approx. 15 miles of trails open to ATVs 17 ATV/OHV Continued Daniel Boone Motocross Park 4550 Somerset Rd. London, KY 40741 (P) 606-877-1364 (W) www.danielboonemx.net Over 1-mile track in Laurel County, hosts numerous races and events each year. Dirty Turtle Off-Road 93 Bucks Run Rd. Bedford, KY 40006 (W) www.dirtyturtleoffroad.com 270-acres of off-road and back road trails. Earlington Loch Mary ATV Park Hwy. 112 Earlington, KY 42410 (P) 270-383-5364 (W) www.earlingtonatvpark.com 500-acre ATV park with 10 miles of riding trails, riding and tent camping available with permit purchase, permits available at city hall. Holly Creek Farms 7165 KY 1261 Campton, KY 41301 (P) 606-668-3180 Guided ATV rides throughout property. Mine Made Paradise Park Hwy. 1098 Vest, KY 41772 (P) 606-233-0080 (W) www.knottcountyadventure.com/minemade.html One-of-five ATV training centers in the nation, hundreds of miles of trails for all levels. Leslie County ATV Trails 19 Peabody Rd. Rockhouse, KY 40914 (P) 606-672-4875 (W) www.lesliecoky.com/atvtrails Approx. 30 miles of trails in Leslie County. Mountain Parkway Off-Road Park 201 Lake Dr. Clay City, KY 40312 (P) 606-663-1028 (W) www.mpoffroad.com ATV and MX riding through mostly forested property, park host races. Camping available. Nickota Motorsports Park 373 Bucks Run Rd. Bedford, KY 40006 (P) 502-525-1167 (W) www.nickotamotorsports.com/ Tracks and trails for MX and ATVs. 18 Red’s T and T Mud Boggs Bypass 189 and 62 Central City, KY 42339 (P) 270-338-7455 (W) www.redstnt.tripod.com Mud bogs. Hosts tournaments for different classes of 4x4s and ATVs. Royal Farms and ATV Trails 325 Lone Oak Rd. Clarkson, KY 42726 (P) 270-242-7211 (W) www.royalfarmsanatvtrails.com 500-acres wooded trails, mud bogs, racing strips, MX Track. Rush Off-Road 100 Four Mile Rd. Rush, KY 41168 (P) 606-232-7492 (W) www.rushoffroad.com 7,000 acre park with 100+ miles of trails, open to all ATV/OHVs Turkey Bay OHV Area Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area 100 Van Morgan Dr. Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2000 (W) www.lbl.org/OHV.html 100+ miles of trails, variety of terrain and difficulty, camping available in some areas. Wilderness Trail Off-Road Park US 119 (7 miles from US 25E turnoff) Calvin, KY 40965 (P) 606-302-1943 (W) www.wildernesstrailoffroadpark.net 9,000-acres, over 100 miles of trails in Bell County. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Hiking Kentucky offers over 3,600 miles of trails. Kentucky’s extensive system of state and national parks provide miles of trails for exploration. From the unique geological formations in the Red River Gorge, to scenic lake side vistas at Land Between the Lakes there are memorable hiking trails all throughout the commonwealth. Please visit www.getoutky.com to see listings of over 3,600 miles of trails in Kentucky. Below are two of the most notable Kentucky trails: Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail Whitesburg, KY (P) 606-633-2362 (W) www.pinemountaintrail.com Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail will connect the Breaks Interstate Park with the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park, and will be incorporated into the 1,800 miles of the Great Eastern Trail. For most up to date trail status, visit www.pinemountaintrail.com Sheltowee Trace Daniel Boone National Forest 1700 Bypass Rd. Winchester, KY 40391 (P) 859-745-3154 (W) www.fs.fed.usda.gov/dbnf 282-miles trail from Morehead to Tennessee spanning the length of the Daniel Boone National Forest and sections of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Natural Bridge State Resort Park, offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation. 19 Horseback Riding A.J. Jolly Park 1175 Racetrack Rd. Alexandria, KY 41001 (P) 859-547-3632 (W) www.campbellcountyky.org 20 miles of horseback trails and campgrounds in park. A Little Bit of Heaven Riding Stables 3226 Sullivan Ln. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-223-8925 (W) www.kystable.com Stables with boarding and riding lessons. Barren River Lake State Resort Park 1149 State Park Rd. Lucas, KY 42141 (P) 270-646-2151 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Guided horse rides around park. Bannon Woods Farm 11116 Dezern Ave. Fairdale, KY 40118 (P) 502-363-2372 (W) www.bannonwoodsfarm.com Located near Jefferson Memorial Forest. Rent trail experienced horses, indoor and outdoor arenas. Bill’s Riding Stables 519 Mustang Rd. Corbin, KY 40701 (P) 606-528-2066 Offers 1-hour to all day guided rides Bob Amos Horse Trail & Stables Bob Amos Dr. Pikeville, KY 41501 (P) 606-424-6203 (W) www.visitpikeville.com 2.3 miles of trails, plans to build 10 miles, rentals. Breaks Interstate Park 627 Commission Circle Breaks, VA 14607 (P) 276-865-4413 (W) www.breakspark.com Located on the KY / VA border, equine trails and private stables with horse rentals. Cable’s Stables 640 Little Bend Rd. Leeco, KY 41301 (P) 606-362-4456 Guided horseback rides outside of Campton Carter Caves State Resort Park Beech Creek Rd. Manchester, KY 40962 (P) 606-598-1554 (W) www.welovemanchester.com/City_Parks.html 15 miles of horse trails around lake. 344 Caveland Dr. Olive Hill, KY 41164 (P) 606-286-4411 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Equestrian campground with boarding and access to 30+ miles of trails in surrounding area, Trail in park provides approx. 10 miles of riding. Guided horse and pony rides available. Big Red Stables Cave Run Resort and Stables Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area Clay Wildlife Management Area Bert T. Combs Park and Lake 1605 Jackson Pike Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-734-3118 (W) www.bigredstablesky.com Variety of rides available, Shaker Village and Eagles Nest trails are near by. Lessons available. 4564 Leatherwood Rd. Oneida, TN 37841 (P) 606-376-5073 (W) www.nps.gov/biso Over 180 miles of trails open to horseback riders, located in both KY and TN, main office in TN. 20 1051 McClain Cemetery Rd. #1 Salt Lick, KY 40371 (P) 606-683-3018 (W) www.caverunresortandstables.com Trail ready horses to rent by the hour or day. Near Cave Run Lake and 150 miles of trails in Daniel Boone National Forest. 1449 Cassidy Creek Rd. Carlisle, KY 40311 (P) 859-289-8564 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 27 miles of trails on property open to horseback riders. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Horseback Riding Continued Cumberland Falls State Resort Park 7351 Hwy. 90 Corbin, KY 40701 (P) 606-528-4121 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Stables located within park offers rentals and guided rides. Cumberland Gap National Historic Park US 25 E. South Middlesboro, KY 40965 (P) 606-284-2817 (W) www.nps.gov/cuga Some trails open to horseback riders, three back-country campgrounds can accommodate equestrians. D Bar K Horse Camp 510 Ollie Rd. Mammoth Cave, KY 42259 (P) 270-286-0217 (W) www.dbarkhorsecamp.com Equine campground with access to 70+ miles of trails including those inside Mammoth Cave National Park. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 5970 State Park Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7431 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 15 miles of multi-use trails. Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Ranger District, Cave Run Lake 2375 KY 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-784-6428 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf Access to miles of trails around Cave Run Lake. • White Sulphur Horse Camp Daniel Boone National Forest London Ranger District London, KY 40744 (P) 606-864-4163 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf/ Access to trails. • Little Lick Campground Daniel Boone National Forest Stearns Ranger District 3320 Hwy. 27 N Whitley City, KY 42653 (P) 606-376-5323 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf Access miles of trails, including portions of the Sheltowee Trace and Big South Fork. • Barren Fork Horse Camp • Bell Farm Horse Camp Deer Creek Lodge 8160 KY 132 E Sebree, KY 42455 (P) 270-835-2424 (W) www.deercreeklodge.net Guided horseback rides on 1800-acres . Deer Run Stables, LLC 2001 River Circle Dr. Richmond, KY 40475 (P) 859-527-6339 (W) www.deerrunstable.com Horse rentals, training and guided rides in Richmond. Dewey Lake Wildlife Management Area KY 194 Prestonsburg, KY 41653 (P) 606-424-2508 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 22 miles of horse trails. Campground at German Bridge. Double J Stables and Horsemans’ Camp 542 Lincoln School Rd. Mammoth Cave, KY 42259 (P) 270-268-8167 (W) www.doublejstables.com Access to 70 miles of trails in Mammoth Cave National Park. Guided rides available. Easy Riders Ranch 2893 Frankfort Rd. Georgetown, KY 40324 (P) 502-370-5807 (W) www.easyridersranch.com Trail rides and ring rides by the hour. First Farm Inn 2510 Stevens Rd. Idlewild, KY 41080 (P) 859-586-0199 (W) www.firstfarminn.com Bed and Breakfast with horse riding lessons. May bring your own horse or use one at the farm. Fishtrap Lake Wildlife Management Area KY 460 Pikeville, KY 41501 (P) 606-677-1098 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 14 miles of trails around Fishtrap Lake. Fleming Wildlife Management Area Hwy. 559 Beechburg, KY 40601 (P) 606-784-6428 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 11 mile horseback trail. 21 Horseback Riding Continued Grayson Lake Wildlife Management Area 50 Launch Ramp Rd. Grayson, KY 41134 (P) 606-474-5107 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 9 miles of trails in WMA open to horses. Green River Lake State Resort Park 179 Park Office Rd. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (P) 270-465-8255 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 28 miles of multi-use trails. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 965 Lodge Rd. Greenup, KY 41144 (P) 606-473-7324 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Approx. 17 miles of multi-use trails in park open to horses. Hatchers Creek Ranch 1644 Lower Hatchers Creek Rd. Stanton, KY 40380 (P) 606-359-1317 (W) www.hatcherscreek.com One and two hour guided rides in mountains, pony rides. Hidden Cave Ranch 877 Thrasher Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-3225 (W) www.hiddencaveranch.com 156-acre ranch with access to miles of horse trails in Cumberland County. 22 Higginson-Henry Wildlife Management Area 6440 KY 56E Morganfield, KY 42327 (P) 270-389-3580 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 9 miles of designated horseback trails. Holly Creek Farms 7165 KY 1261 Campton, KY 41301 (P) 606-668-3180 (W) www.hollycreekfarm.com Guided trail rides from one to eight hours. Jefferson Memorial Forest 11311 Mitchell Hill Rd. Louisville, KY 40118 (P) 502-361-0119 (W) www.memorialforest.com 12 miles of trails open to horseback riding. Jesse James Stables at Kentucky Action Park 3057 Mammoth Cave Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-2560 (W) www.kentuckyactionpark.com Guided rides all day departing every half-hour, various ride lengths to choose from. John A. Kleber Wildlife Management Area 5005 Cedar Creek Rd. Owenton, KY 40359 (P) 502-535-6335 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 3 mile trail. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Horseback Riding Continued Kenridge Farms Lucky K Lakes and Stable Lake Barkley State Resort Park Mammoth Cave Adventures Lake Cumberland State Resort Park Mammoth Cave Horse Camp Lazy Gait Horse Camp Mammoth Cave National Park 735 College Rd. Paris, KY 40361 (P) 859-362-4120 (W) www.kenridgefarm.com Half-hour and hour-long guided rides. 3500 State Park Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Guided horse rides around lake and park, seasonal. 5465 State Park Rd. Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Guided horse rides available Memorial Day through Labor Day, depart every hour. 1624 Halfway Br. Olive Hill, KY 41128 (P) 606-474-4316 (W) www.lazygaithorsecamp.com 40 miles of trails, camping. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 1538 Dutch Ridge Augusta, KY 41002 (P) 606-756-5253 (W) www.kyagr.com/KDAPage.aspx?id=7208 Lessons and guided rides available by reservation. 1994 Roy Hunter Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-6087 (W) www.mammothcave-adventures.com Guided horseback rides one to two hours. 2578 Ollie Rd. Mammoth Cave, KY 42259 (P) 888-682-3958 (W) www.mammothcavehorsecamp.com Equine campground with access to horse trails in Mammoth Cave National Park. 1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Mammoth Cave, KY 42257 (P) 270-758-2180 (W) www.nps.gov/maca Approx. 60 miles of trails north of Green River open to horses. 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lacbg.com 30 mile trail system, trailer parking and facilities available. Masterson Station Park Lilly Creek Pay Lake and Riding Stables McNeely Lake Park Little Big Horse Trails Miller Welch Central Kentucky Wildlife Management Area Logan-Hubble Park Horse Trail and Camp Misty Ridge Farm 933 Old Cedar Springs Rd. Russell Springs, KY 42642 (P) 270-585-1303 (W) www.kentuckyfarmsarefun.com Guided horseback and carriage rides. 1100 E. Hwy. 524 LaGrange, KY 40031 (P) 502-222-1842 (W) www.littlebighorsetrails.com Guided 3-mile ride on 500-acre horse farm. 2142 US 27 Stanford, KY 40484 (P) 859-792-3531 (W) www.lincolnky.com 12 miles of horseback trails at park. 3501 Leestown Rd. Lexington, KY 40511 (P) 859-288-2982 (W) www.lexingtonky.gov/index.aspx?page=262 659-acre park open to equestrians. 6711 Mt. Washington Rd. Louisville, KY 40299 (P) 502-224-1469 Approx. 5 miles of trails. 630 Dreyfus Rd. Berea, KY 40403 (P) 859-986-4130 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 8 miles of trails open to horses. 5210 Owl Creek Rd. Camp Springs, KY 41059 (P) 859-871-5779 (W) www.mistyridgefarm.com Guided trail rides. Rides at various parks/trails in surrounding area. 23 Horseback Riding Continued Muhlenberg County Rail Trail 208 N 1st St. Central City, KY 42330 (P) 270-754-9603 6 miles, mostly paved, open to horses. Otter Creek Outdoor Recreational Area 850 Otter Creek Park Rd. Brandenburg, KY 40108 (P) 502-924-9171 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 12 miles of trails open to horses. Peabody Wildlife Management Area US 68 and KY 70 Rockport, KY 42369 (P) 270-273-3568 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Horses allowed on maintained roads throughout the 46,000-acre WMA. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Ryland Heights Wilderness Trails 10145 Decoursey Ryland Heights, KY 41015 (P) 859-363-7707 (W) www.nkhn.info 4 miles one way, follows Licking River. Sabbath Song Farm 1708 Toadvine Rd. Brooksville, KY 41004 (P) 606-735-9914 (W) www.sabbathsongfarm.com Guided horse rides available. Saddle Up Elk Tours 250 Hale Cemetery Rd. Mallie, KY 41836 (P) 606-642-3656 (W) www.trailsrus.com/saddleuptours Guided elk viewing tours that take place on horseback in Knott County. 20781 Pennyrile Lodge Rd. Dawson Springs, KY 42408 (P) 270-797-3421 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Equstrian campground open to approx. 50 miles of trails in state forest. Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill Popes Creek Ranch Shelby Trails Park 2250 Popes Creek Rd. Lebanon, KY 40033 (P) 502-330-3027 20+ miles of trails and campground, hosts events and rides Red Hill Horse Camp 4604 Red Hill Rd. Livingston, KY 40445 (P) 606-758-4706 (W) www.redhillhorsecamp.com Equine campground with 60 sites. Access to trails in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Red Orchard Park 3501 Lexington Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 800-734-5611 (W) www.shakervillageky.org 33 miles of trails open to horses. 5063 Aiken Rd. Simpsonville, KY 40067 (P) 502-633-7924 (W) www.shelbycountyparks.com 400-acres, mostly forested in west Shelby County, rent or trailer in. Stampede Run Horse Camp 2150 Buelah Heights Whitley City, KY 42653 (P) 606-376-9666 (W) www.stampederun.com Horse camp outside of Daniel Boone National Forest that has access to trails in the forest. 704 Kentucky St. Shelbyville, KY 40065 (P) 502-633-5059 (W) www.shelbycountyparks.com/ Red-Orchard-Park.html Park with approx. 4 miles of trails that are open seasonally for equestrian use. Steppin’ Hi Stables Reid’s Livery Winery Sugar Creek Resort 430 Nealy Rd. Alvaton, KY 42122 (P) 270-843-6330 (W) www.reidsliverywinery.com Guided trail rides and lessons. 24 12405 Hutton Dr. Walkton, KY 40194 (P) 859-485-6375 (W) www.steppinhistables.com 500-acres, full service stables. 12 miles of wooded trails. 5800 Sugar Creek Pike Nicholasville, KY 40356 (P) 859-885-9359 (W) www.sugarcreekresort.net/ Guided rides around Jessamine County, some rides include dinner. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Horseback Riding Continued Taylorsville Lake Wildlife Management Area/ State Park 1320 Park Rd. Mt. Eden, KY 40071 (P) 502-477-8713 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 24 mile trail system on State Park and WMA. Twilight Riding School 431 Reservoir Ct. Winchester, KY 40391 (P) 859-494-1520 26-acre farm that offers horseback riding lessons. Tygart State Forest 225 Roger Patton Drive Olive Hill, KY 41164 (P) 606 286 5533 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 30 miles of trails in state forest. West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area KY Hwy. 358 Paducah, KY 42001 (P) 270-759-5296 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 26 miles of trails open to horseback riding. Whispering Woods Riding Stables Wright Ln. Georgetown, KY 40324 (P) 502-570-9663 (W) www.whisperingwoodstrails.com Reservations only, rent by the hour. Wranglers Campground 5100 Laura Furnace Rd. Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2201 (W) www.lbl.org Horse camp at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area that also offers rentals, 100 miles of trails. Yatesville Lake State Park 2667 Pleasant Ridge Rd. Louisa, KY 41230 (P) 606-673-1492 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 20 miles of multi-use trails on state park property. Yatesville Lake Wildlife Management Area 708 Yatesville Dam Rd. Louisa, KY 41230 (P) 606-686-2412 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 10 miles of trails around Yatesville Lake on the WMA. Yellowbank Wildlife Management Area KY 259 Hardinsburg, KY 40170 (P) 270-547-6856 (W) www.fw.ky.gov 25 miles of multi-use trails on WMA open to horseback riding. Wilderness Trail Off-Road Park US 119 Calvin, KY 40965 (P) 606-302-1943 (W) www.wildernesstrailoffroadpark.net Horses allowed on 150+ miles of trails in park. 25 Mountain Biking A Country Pedaler 9006 Main St. Livingston, KY 40445 (P) 606-453-0703 (W) www.acountrypedaler.com Mountain bike & river float tube rentals. Ben Hawes Park 1530 McJohnson Ave. Owensboro, KY 42303 (P) 270-687-7134 (W) www.owensboroparks.org Mountain bike trail approx. 4 miles long. Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest 2499 Hwy. 245 Clermont, KY 40110 (P) 502-955-8512 (W) www.bernheim.org 4 miles trail mountain bikes and road bikes allowed. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area 4564 Leatherwood Rd. Oneida, TN 37841 (P) 606-376-5073 (W) www.nps.gov/biso Miles of trails throughout Big South Fork; some challenging terrain. 5 trails have been selected as epic trails by the International Mountain Biking Association. Breaks Interstate Park 627 Commission Circle Breaks, VA 14607 (P) 276-865-4413 (W) www.breakspark.com 12 mile mountain biking trail. Brier Creek Trail System Nolin Lake Mammoth Cave, KY 42259 (P) 270-792-8031 (W) www.kymba.org/bowlinggreen Stacked loop system totalling approximately 9 miles, technical rock gardens, elevation gain, several creek crossings. Briar Hills Park 7400 E. Orchard Grass Blvd. Crestwood, KY 40031 (P) 502-225-0655 (W) www.touroldhamcounty.com 8 miles of trails. Capitol View Park Frankfort, KY (P) 502-695-1098 (W) www.frankfortparksandrec.com 11 miles of mountain biking. Carter Caves State Resort Park 344 Caveland Dr. Olive Hill, KY 41164 (P) 606-286-4411 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 10 miles of trails open to Mountain Biking. Cherokee Park 745 Cochran Hill Rd. Louisville, KY 40206 (P) 502-456-8100 (W) www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks 6 mile trail system, connection to Seneca Park trails via road. Cumberland Gap National Historic Park 91 Bartlett Park Rd. Middlesboro, KY 40965 (P) 606-248-2817 (W) www.nps.gov/cuga 85 miles of trails in park, some accessible to mountain bikers. 26 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Mountain Biking Continued Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 5970 State Park Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7431 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 3,400-acres give plenty of room for approved mountain bike trails. Bring your own bikes. Daniel Boone National Forest 1700 Bypass Rd. Winchester, KY 40391 (P) 859-745-3100 (W) www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf Miles of trails throughout the forest are open to mountain bikers including sections of Sheltowee Trace. Devou Park 790 Park Ln. Covington, KY 41011 (P) 859-292-2151 (W) www.devoupark.com 8 mile trail systems open to mountain bikers. England-Idewild Mountain Bike Park 5550 Idlewild Rd. Burlington, KY 41005 (P) 859-240-0385 (W) www.eitrails.com Mountain bike park in Northern Ky. Fort Duffield Park and Historic Site 16706 Abbot’s Beach Rd. West Point, KY 40177 (P) 502-922-4574 (W) www.radclifftourism.org/fortduffield.shtml 10-mile trail system. General Butler State Resort Park 1608 Hwy. 227 Carrollton, KY 41008 (P) 502-732-4384 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 5 mile trail system open to mountain bikers. Grapevine Lake Park Madisonville, KY (P) 270-824-2156 (W) madisonvillegov.com/parks_recreation/index.asp 4.5 miles of mountain bike trails. Green River Lake State Resort Park 179 Park Office Rd. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (P) 270-465-8255 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Sections of trail system open for mountain biking. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 965 Lodge Rd. Greenup, KY 41144 (P) 606-473-7324 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Parts of trail system open to mountain biking. Iroquois Park 5216 New Cut Rd. Louisville, KY 40214 (P) 502-456-8100 (W) www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks 6 mile trail system. Jenny Wiley State Resort Park 75 Theatre Ct. Prestonsburg, KY 41653 (P) 606-889-1790 (W) www.parks.ky.gov 3 mile mountain bike trail. Lake Barkley State Resort Park 3500 State Park Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Sections of trail system open for mountain biking. Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area 100 Van Morgan Dr. Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2000 (W) www.lbl.org Over 45 miles of trails open to mountain biking. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Single Track trail system constructed in partnership with KyMBA. Little Shepherd Trail in Kentenia State Forest Little Shepherd Trail 1679 Evarts, KY 40828 (W) http://www.harlancountytrails.com/ littleshepherdtrail.php 38 miles in state forest. Mammoth Cave National Park 1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Mammoth Cave, KY 42257 (P) 270-758-2180 (W) www.nps.gov/maca Mountain biking allowed on certain trails within the park. 27 Mountain Biking Continued Mammoth Cave Railroad Bike and Hike 1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Park City, KY 42259 (P) 202-331-9696 (W) www.nps.gov/maca 9-mile trail open to bikers and hikers. Parking at both ends of trail. Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area 850 Otter Creek Park Rd. Brandenburg, KY 40108 (P) 502-924-9171 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Approx. 12 miles of trails open to mountain biking. Parklands of Floyds Fork Pulaski County Park 1200 Highway 3189 Nancy, KY 42544 (P) 606-636-6450 (W) www.pcgovt.com 5 mile trail system. Rudy’s Ranch and Horse Camp 988 Carrington Dr. Salt Lick, KY 40391 (P) 606-768-6544 (W) www.rudysranchcamping.com Mountain bikers allowed on trails. Seneca Park Louisville, KY (P) 502-584-0350 (W) www.theparklands.org Numerous trails for mountain bikers throughout Parkland system. 3151 Pee Wee Reese Rd. Louisville, KY40207 (P) 502-456-8100 (W) www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks 4 mile trail system, connects to Cherokee Park via road. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill 20781 Pennyrile Lodge Rd. Dawson Springs, KY 42408 (P) 270-797-3421 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Sections of trail system open to mountain bikers and mountain bike skills area. 28 3501 Lexington Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 800-734-5611 (W) www.shakervilleageky.org Miles of multi-use trails. Some travel near Kentucky River. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Mountain Biking Continued Still Waters Campground 249 Strohmeier Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-223-8896 (W) www.stillwaterscampground.com Mountain Bike trails available. Tower Park 130 N. Fort Thomas Ave. Ft. Thomas, KY 41075 (P) 859-781-1700 Approx. 10 miles + / - of mountain bike trails near Ohio River. Veteran’s Park 4303 Tates Creek Rd. Lexington, KY 40515 (P) 859-271-6395 (W) www.lexingtonky.gov 6 mile trail system, good for beginners. Waverly Park 4800 Waverly Park Rd. Louisville, KY 40214 (P) 502-456-8100 (W) www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks 9 mile, intermediate trail system. Welden Park Nature Trail 309 S. Liberty St. Glasgow, KY 42141 (P) 270-651-3811 (W) www.cityofglasgow.org Short 2-mile nature trail. Yatesville Lake State Park 2667 Pleasant Ridge Rd. Louisa, KY 41230 (P) 606-673-1492 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Trails system open to mountain bikers. Youngers Creek Mountain Bike Trails Youngers Creek Rd. Elizabethtown, KY 42701 (W) www.kentuckytourism.com/outdoor_ adventure/trail/youngers-creek-trail-system/253/ Approx. 10 miles near Elizabethtown. Orienteering Barren River Lake State Resort Park 1149 State Park Rd. Lucas, KY 42156 (P) 270-646-2151 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Permanent course in wooded setting Big Bone Lick State Park 3380 Beaver Union Rd. Union, KY 41091 (P) 859-384-3522 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Permanent course in wooded setting E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park 3000 Freys Hill Rd. Louisville, KY 40241 (P) 502-429-7270 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Permanent course in park-like setting Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Orienteering course and instruction with some programs. Rough River Dam State Resort Park 450 Lodge Rd. Falls of Rough, KY 40119 (P) 270-257-2311 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Permanent course in park-like setting Taylorsville Lake State Park 1320 Park Rd. Taylorsville, KY 40071 (P) 502-477-8713 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Two permanent courses adjacent to Taylorsville Lake 29 WATER ADVENTURES Canoeing/Kayaking Asbury University Adventure Programs 1 Macklem Dr. Wilmore, KY 40390 (P) 859-858-3511 (W) www.asbury.edu/adventure Customized single or multiday paddling trips to a variety of locations in Kentucky Barren River Lake State Resort Park Carter Caves State Resort Park 344 Caveland Dr. Olive Hill, KY 41164 (P) 606-286-4411 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Guided canoe trips on 45-acre Smokey Lake, Cave Run Bicycle and Outdoor Center 1149 State Park Rd. Lucas, KY 42141 (P) 270-646-2151 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Paddlers may canoe or kayak on the lake. 995 Hwy. 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-784-1818 (W) www.caverunbikeshop.com Kayak and Canoe outfitters with rentals, retail, guided trips on Licking River and Cave Run Lake. Big Buffalo Crossing Canoe and Kayak Clay Wildlife Management Area Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area Clear Creek Park 100 River Rd. Munfordville, KY 42765 (P) 270-774-7883 (W) www.bigbuffalocrossing.com Trips from 4 - 30 miles on the Green River. 4564 Leatherwood Rd. Oneida, TN 37841 (P) 606-376-5073 (W) www.nps.gov/biso Some of the most popular paddling in the country, including whitewater rafting. Class I – Class V rapids. (season dependent) Breaks Interstate Park 627 Commission Circle Breaks, VA 14607 (P) 276-865-4413 (W) www.breakspark.com One of only two interstate parks in the country, access to the world renowned Russell Fork with season dependent Class V rapids and the Levisa Fork of the Big Sandy River. Canoe Kentucky 7323 Peaks Mill Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-227-4492 (W) www.canoeky.com Offer trips varying in length from 6 - 20 miles and a half-day to multiple days on the Elkhorn Creek and the Kentucky River, rentals and retail store. 30 1449 Cassidy Creek Rd. Carlisle, KY 40311 (P) 859-289-8564 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Access to the Licking River via the WMA. 717 Burks Branch Rd. Shelbyville, KY 40065 (P) 502-633-5059 (W) www.shelbycountyparks.com 20-acre lake with canoe and row boat rentals and kayak clinics. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park 7351 Hwy. 90 Corbin, KY 40701 (P) 606-528-4121 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to the Cumberland River, Laurel River. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 5970 State Park Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7431 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Flat water paddling available on the lake that straddles the Kentucky-Tennessee border. Douthitt Park 100 N. Point Ave. Jackson, KY 41339 (P) 606-666-6097 (W) jacksonparks.com/parks/douthitt-park/ Located on the North Fork of the Kentucky River there is canoe access and rental. Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Canoeing/Kayaking Continued Fagan Branch Reservoir 370 Fagan Branch Rd. Lebanon, KY 40033 (P) 270-692-0021 (W) www.visitlebanonky.com/faganbranch.html 140-acre lake that has access for canoes. General Butler State Resort Park 1608 Hwy. 227 Carrollton, KY 41008 (P) 502-732-4384 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Canoe rentals for the 30-acre lake at the park. Green River Canoeing 3057 Mammoth Cave Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-5712 (W) www.mammothcavecanoe.com Trips range from 8 - 12 miles in length, travel on Green River and one trip begins in tail waters of Nolin Lake. Green River Lake State Park Jacobson Park 4001 Athens-Boonesboro Rd. Lexington, KY 40509 (P) 859-288-2900 (W) www.lexingtonky.gov/index.aspx?page=2078 47-acre lake that rents kayaks, access for any nonmotorized boat. Jeffers Bend Environmental Center and Botanical Garden Metcalfe Ln. Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (P) 270-885-8692 (W) www.jeffersbend.org There is canoe access to the North Fork Little River. Jenny Wiley State Resort Park 75 Theatre Ct. Prestonsburg, KY 41653 (P) 606-889-1790 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Canoe trips across Dewey Lake, scheduled by the park throughout the year. 179 Park Office Rd. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (P) 270-465-8255 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Flat water paddling on lake, also has access to Green River which is Class I (+). Kenlake State Resort Park Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park Green River Paddle Trail Canoe Trips Kincaid Lake State Park Hatfield & McCoy River Trails Kingdom Come State Park 965 Lodge Rd. Greenup, KY 41144 (P) 606-473-7324 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Paddling access to the lake. 110 W. Court St. Greensburg, KY 42743 (P) 270-789-2956 (W) www.greensburgonline.com Multiple paddle trips offered on Green River, cabins and camping available as well. Bob Amos Dr. Pikeville, KY 41501 (P) 606-444-5131 (W) www.visitpikeville.com Rentals of canoe/kayak for trips down Big Sandy River or Pikeville Pond. Guided trips available. Rentals of tubes, bicycles and paddle boats also available. RV park on premises. 542 Kenlake Rd. Hardin, KY 42048 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to Kentucky Lake. 113 Administration Dr. Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (P) 270-362-4271 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to Kentucky Lake. 565 Kincaid Park Rd. Falmouth, KY 41040 (P) 859-654-3531 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to Kincaid Lake, row boat and canoe rentals from marina. 502 Park Rd. Cumberland, KY 40823 (P) 606-589-2479 (W) www.parks.ky.gov A 3.5-acre mountain lake that paddlers can access for flat water paddling. 31 Canoeing/Kayaking Continued John Swift Lost Silver Mine Camp Red River Gorge Site 45 Sky Bridge Rd. Frenchburg, KY 40322 (P) 859-248-5528 (W) www.swiftcampground.com Canoe, kayak, tube rentals, primitive camping and bike rentals. John Swift Lost Silver Mine Camp Rockcastle River Site US 25 Livingston, KY 40445 (P) 859-248-5528 (W) www.swiftcampground.com Canoe, kayak, tube rentals, primitive camping, fishing, access to hiking and horseback trails. John Swift Lost Silver Mine Camp Station Camp Creek Hwy. 1209 Irvine, KY 40336 (P) 859-556-0900 (W) www.swiftcampground.com Canoe, kayak, tube rentals, primitive camping, access to hiking trails. Lake Barkley State Resort Park 3500 State Park Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to flat water paddling on Lake Barkley. Lake Cumberland State Resort Park 5465 State Park Rd. Jamestown KY, 42629 (P) 270-474-2211 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Flat water paddling on Lake Cumberland. Access to Cumberland and Rockcastle Rivers. Lake Malone State Park 331 KY 8001 Dumore, KY 42339 (P) 270-657-2111 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to Lake Malone. Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area 100 Van Morgan Dr. Golden Pond, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-2000 (W) www.lbl.org Access to Kentucky and Barkley Lakes. Life Adventure Center of the Bluegrass 570 Milner Rd. Versailles, KY 40383 (P) 859-873-3271 (W) www.lifeadventurecenter.org Guided paddling trips and instructions to a variety of water ways in KY. Little River Kayaks 701 New Hope Church Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-522-1140 Kayak rentals on Little River. Mammoth Cave Canoe and Kayak 1240 Mammoth Cave Rd. Cave City, KY 42127 (P) 270-773-3366 (W) www.mammothcavecanoe-k.com Trips along the Green River ranging in length from half-day to ten days; no rapids, Class I water levels; good fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Mammoth Cave National Park 1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy. Mammoth Cave, KY 42257 (P) 270-758-2180 (W) www.nps.gov/maca The Nolin and Green Rivers located within the park provide miles of navigable water. Mineral Mound State Park 48 Finch Ln. Eddyville, KY 42038 (P) 270-388-3673 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to Lake Barkley. Natural Bridge State Resort Park 2135 Natural Bridge Rd. Slade, KY 40376 (P) 606-663-2214 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Canoe and kayak rentals on Mill Creek Lake. 32 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Canoeing/Kayaking Continued Nolin Lake State Park 2998 Briar Creek Rd. Bee Spring, KY 42259 (P) 270-286-4240 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Paddling access to the lake. Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area 850 Otter Creek Park Rd. Brandenburg, KY 40108 (P) 502-924-9171 (W) www.fw.ky.gov Carry down access to Ohio River. Parklands of Floyds Fork Louisville, KY (P) 502-584-0350 (W) www.theparklands.org Numerous access points to Floyds Fork throughout park system. Red River Outdoors 415 Natural Bridge Rd. Slade, KY 40376 (P) 859-230-3567 (W) www.redriveroutdoors.com Rentals and access to the Red River. Rentals are for Middle Gorge only, will provide shuttle to Upper Gorge for those that own their own boat; trip is 8 miles. River City Canoe and Kayak 814 Cherokee Rd. Louisville, KY 40204 (P) 502-384-3737 (W) www.RCCKonline.com Kentuckiana’s largest paddle sport outfitters; also provide training services. Rough River Dam State Resort Park 450 Lodge Rd. Falls of Rough, KY 40119 (P) 270-257-2311 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Canoeing and kayaking may be done on the lake. Red River Adventure KY 715 Slade, KY 40376 (P) 606-663-1012 (W) www.redriveradventure.net Boat rentals and shuttle services in the Red River Gorge Setter Ridge Outfitter Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill 3501 Lexington Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 800-734-5611 (W) www.shakervilleageky.org Canoe and kayak access at Shaker’s Landing on the Kentucky River. Sheltowee Trace Outfitters 2001 Hwy. 90 Corbin, KY 40701 (P) 800-541-RAFT (7238) (W) www.ky-rafting.com Guided rafting & canoe/kayak rentals of varying difficulty on Big South Fork, Cumberland and Russell Fork Rivers and Laurel Lake. Still Waters Campground 249 Strohmeier Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 (P) 502-223-8896 (W) www.stillwaterscampground.com Campground with launch access on the Kentucky River and Elkhorn Creek. Taylorsville Lake State Park 1320 Park Rd. Mt. Eden, KY 40046 (P) 502-477-8713 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Access to flat water paddling on Taylorsville Lake Three Trees Canoe-Kayak 300 Athens-Boonesboro Rd. Winchester, KY 40391 (P) 859-749-3227 (W) www.threetreeskayak.com Canoe & kayak rentals on Pool 9 of Kentucky River, shuttles & campsites. Thaxton’s Licking River Canoe Rental 33 Hornbeck Rd. Butler, KY 41006 (P) 859-472-2000 (W) www.gopaddling.com Canoe outfitters along the Licking River in Northern Ky. Tradewater Canoe and Kayaks, LLC 114 Lakeview Dr. Dawson Springs, KY 42408 (P) 270-871-9475 Open weekends or by appointment on Tradewater River. 518 McDowell Rd. Cynthiana, KY 41031 (P) 859-234-1751 (W) www.setterridgekycanoeing.com/index.htm 6 - 12 mile trips on the Licking River, canoe rentals. 33 Marinas America’s Paradise Resort Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park Augusta Boat Dock and Marina Bud’s Live Bait Shop Barren River Lake State Park Marina Burnside Marina Beaver Creek Resort Buzzard Rock Resort and Marina Beaver Lake Marina LLC Camo Fish Guide Service Kentucky Lake 1024 Paradise Dr. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-436-2767 (W) www.americasparadiseresort.com Ohio River River and E. Second St. Augusta, KY 41002 (P) 606-756-2183 (W) www.augustaky.com Barren River Lake 1149 State Park Rd. Lucas, KY 42156 (P) 270-646-2357 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Lake Cumberland 8929 W. Hwy. 92 Monticello, KY 42633 (P) 606-348-7280 (W) www.marinasintl.com Taylorsville Lake 1269 Beaver Lake Rd. Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (P) 502-839-4402 (W) www.beaverlakemarinaky.com Big Bear Resort Buckhorn Lake 4441 KY Hwy. 1833 Buckhorn, KY 41721 (P) 606-398-7510 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Corinth Lake 370 McFarland Dr. Corinth, KY 41010 (P) 859-824-0083 (W) www.budslivebaitshop.com Lake Cumberland 680 W Lakeshore Dr. Burnside, KY 42519 (P) 606-561-4223 (W) www.marinasintl.com Lake Barkley 985 Buzzard Rock Rd. Kuttawa, KY 42055 (P) 270-388-7925 (W) www.buzzardrock.com Ohio River Henderson, KY 42420 (P) 270-748-6077 (W) www.camofishguideservice.com Cane Run Fishing Camp and Marina Kentucky Lake 30 Big Bear Resort Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6414 (W) www.bigbearkentuckylake.com Herrington Lake 326 Cane Run Camp Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-748-5487 (W) www.harrodsburgky.com/visitor/ fishing_boating.htm Boone’s Landing Marina and Campground Carr Creek Marina Ohio River 14036 Boat Dock Rd. Union, KY 41091 (P) 859-384-9800 (W) www.booneslanding.net Browns Ford Boat Ramp Barren River Lake 8500 Browns Ford Rd. Scottsville, KY 42164 (P) 270-434-2329 (W) www.lrl.usace.army.mil 34 Carr Creek Lake Hwy. 15 Sassafrass, KY 41759 (P) 606-642-3239 (W) www.lrl.usace.army.mil/cfl/default. asp?MyCategory=209 Carr Creek State Park Carr Fork Lake 2086 Smithboro Rd. Sassafras, KY 41759 (P) 606-642-4050 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Marinas Continued Cave Run Marina Cranks Creek Lake Cave Springs Marina Cummins Ferry Resort Campground and Marina Cedar Knob Resort and Marina Cypress Springs Resort Chimney Rock Marina Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park Conley Bottom Resorts Eddy Creek Marina Resort Cave Run Lake Kentucky Hwy. 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-784-9666 (W) www.caverunmarinas.com Lake Cumberland 782 Island Ramp Rd. Nancy, KY 42544 (P) 270-866-3634 (W) www.CaveSpringsMarina.com Kentucky Lake 1434 Cedar Knob Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6998 (W) www.cedarknobresort.com Herrington Lake 250 Chimney Rock Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-748-7625 (W) www.chimneyrock-marina.com Lake Cumberland 736 Highway 1275 N Monticello, KY 42633 (P) 606-387-0063 (W) www.conleybottom.com 2133 Hwy. 3099 Cawood, KY 40815 (P) 606-573-7352 (W) www.harlancountytourism.com Herrington Lake 2558 Cummins Ferry Rd. Salvisa, KY 40372 (P) 859-865-2003 (W) www.cumminsferry.com Kentucky Lake 2740 Cypress Trl. New Concord, KY 42076 (P) 270-436-5496 (W) www.cypressspringsresort.com Dale Hollow Lake 5970 State Park Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7431 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Lake Barkley 7612 KY 93 S Eddyville, KY 42038 (P) 270-388-2271 (W) www.eddycreek.com 35 Marinas Continued Emerald Isle Resort and Marina Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Grayson Lake Marina Grider Hill Marina and Resort Green River Lake State Park Grove Marina Green River Marina and Resort Guist Creek Marina and Campground Green Turtle Bay Houseboat Rentals Gwinn Island Marina and Resort Green Turtle Bay Resort and Marina Hendricks Creek Resort Green River Lake Hwy. 372 Campbellsville, KY 42719 (P) 270-465-3412 (W) www.emeraldisleresort.com Grayson Lake 325 Launch Ramp Rd. Grayson, KY 41143 (P) 606-474-4513 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Green River Lake 179 Park Office Rd. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (P) 270-465-8255 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Green River Lake 2892 Lone Valley Rd. Campbellsville, KY 42718 (P) 270-465-2512 (W) www.greenrivermarina.com Lake Barkley 265 Nautical Dr. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 (P) 270-362-0121 (W) www.gtbhouseboats.com Lake Barkley 263 Green Turtle Bay Dr. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 (P) 270-362-8364 (W) www.greenturtlebay.com 36 Greenbo Lake 965 Lodge Rd. Greenup, KY 41144 (P) 606-473-7324 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Lake Cumberland 115 Grider Hill Lodge Rd. Albany, KY 42602 (P) 1-866-387-5501 (W) www.griderhilldock.com Laurel River Lake 558 Forest Service Rd. 100 Corbin, KY 40701 (P) 606-523-2323 (W) www.grovemarina.com Guist Creek Lake 11990 Boat Dock Rd. Shelbyville, KY 40065 (P) 502-647-5359 (W) www.guistcreek.com Herrington Lake 1200 Gwinn Island Rd. Danville, KY 40422 (P) 859-236-4286 (W) www.danvillekentucky.com Dale Hollow Lake 945 Hendricks Creek Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7172 (W) www.hendrickscreekresort.com Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Marinas Continued Herrington Lake Marina Kincaid Lake State Park Hester’s Resort and Marina King Creek Resort and Marina Holly Bay Marina Knights of Columbus Boat Dock Herrington Lake 136 S. Homestead Ln. Lancaster, KY 40444 (P) 859-548-2282 (W) www.herringtonmarina.com Kentucky Lake 350 Hesters Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-8280 (W) www.hestersresort.com Laurel River Lake 674 Lake Rd. London, KY 40741 (P) 606-864-6542 (W) www.hollybaymarina.com Holmes Bend Marina and Resort Green River Lake 5380 Holmes Bend Rd. Columbia, KY 42728 (P) 270-384-4425 (W) www.holmesbendresort.com Indian Hills Alligator #2 Marina Lake Cumberland 2108 Hwy. 1383 Russell Springs, KY 42642 (P) 270-866-6616 (W) www.indianhillsresort.com Jamestown Resort and Marina Lake Cumberland 3677 S. Hwy. 92E Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 800-844-8862 (W) www.jamestown-marina.com Kamp Kennedy Marina Herrington Lake 4646 Kennedy Bridge Rd. Lancaster, KY 40444 (P) 859-548-2002 Kenlake State Resort Park Kentucky Lake 888 Kenlake Rd. Hardin, KY 42048 (P) 270-474-2245 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Kentucky Dam Marina Kentucky Lake 466 Marina Dr. Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (P) 270-362-8386 Lake Barkley 565 Kincaid Park Rd. Falmouth, KY 41040 (P) 859-654-9203 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Kentucky Lake 972 King Creek Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-493-0076 (W) www.fishinkentucky.com Ohio River 4417 Upper River Rd. Louisville, KY 40232 (P) 502-893-2220 Kuttawa Harbor Marina Lake Barkley 1709 Lake Barkley Dr. Kuttawa, KY 42055 (P) 270-388-9563 (W) www.kuttawaharbormarina.com Lake Barkley Marina Lake Barkley 4200 State Park Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-924-9954 (W) www.lakebarkleymarina.com Lake Cumberland State Dock Lake Cumberland 6365 State Park Rd. Jamestown, KY 42629 (P) 270-343-2525 (W) www.statedock.com Lake Linville Marina and Campgrounds 1797 Lake Linville Rd. Renfro Valley, KY 40456 (P) 606-256-9696 Lake Malone State Park Lake Malone 331 KY 8001 Dunmor, KY 42339 (P) 270-657-2111 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Lakeside Campground and Marina Kentucky Lake 12363 U.S. Hwy. 68E Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-8157 (W) www.visitlakesidecampground.com 37 Marinas Continued Lee’s Ford Marina Resort Moors Resort and Marina Lighthouse Landing Resort and Marina Moutardier Marina Long Bow Marina Narrows Marina Lake Cumberland 451 Lee’s Ford Dock Rd. Nancy, KY 42502 (P) 606-363-6426 (W) www.leesfordmarina.com Kentucky Lake 320 W. Commerce Ave. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 (P) 270-362-8201 (W) www.lighthouselanding.com Cave Run Lake KY Rt. 1274 Frenchburg, KY 40322 (P) 606-768-2929 (W) www.caverunmarinas.com M & D’s Marina Rough River Lake 346 Peter Cave Ramp Rd. Leitchfield, KY 42754 (P) 270-259-4859 (W) www.mdmarina.com Malcolm Creek Resort Kentucky Lake 325 Guthrie Dr. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6496 (W) www.malcolmcreek.com Manhattan Harbour Ohio River 1301 4th Ave. Dayton, KY 41074 (P) 859-261-8800 (W) www.manhattanharbour.com Maysville River Park Marina 100 Main St. Maysville, KY 41056 (P) 606-564-2520 (W) www.cityofmaysville.com Moon River Marina and Resort Lake Barkley 3025 Rockcastle Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-522-7638 (W) www.moonrivermarinaandresort.com 38 Kentucky Lake 570 Moors Rd. Gilbertsville, KY 42044 (P) 270-362-8361 (W) www.moorsresort.com Nolin Lake 1990 Moutardier Rd. Leitchfield, KY 42754 (P) 270-286-4069 (W) www.moutardiermarina.com Barren River Lake 2236 Narrows Rd. Lucas, KY 42156 (P) 270-646-5253 Nick’s Boat Dock Rough River Lake 342 S. Hwy. 79 McDaniels, KY 40158 (P) 270-257-8955 Omega Park Marina Lake Cumberland 4345 Omega Park Rd. Somerset, KY 42501 (P) 859-361-3140 Paintsville Lake Marina Paintsville Lake Staffordsville, KY 41256 (P) 606-297-5253 Pandora Marina Herrington Lake One Pandora Cove Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-748-9121 Peninsula Marina Barren River Lake 1261 Peninsula Rd. Glasgow, KY 42141 (P) 270-606-2223 (W) www.peninsulamarina.com Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Lake Beshear 20781 Pennyrile Lodge Rd. Dawson Springs, KY 42408 (P) 270-797-3421 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Marinas Continued Pier 99 Marina Ohio River Craigs Creek Rd. Warsaw, KY 41095 (P) 859-567-8811 Ponderosa Boat Dock Nolin Lake 865 Ponderosa Rd. Clarkson, KY 42726 (P) 270-242-7215 (W) www.ponderosaboatdock.com Port Oliver Boat Ramp and Recreation Area Hwy. 252 Barren River Dam Rd. Scottsville, KY 42164 (P) 270-646-2055 Prizer Point Marina and Resort Lake Barkley 1777 Prizer Point Rd. Cadiz, KY 42211 (P) 270-522-3762 (W) www.prizerpoint.com Red Gate Marina Herrington Lake 305 Red Gate Rd. Lancaster, KY 40444 (P) 859-548-3507 Reynolds Boat Dock Bullock Pen Lake 2440 Violet Rd. Crittenden, KY 41030 (P) 859-428-1644 Riverside Marina Bar & Grill Ohio River 145 Mary Ingles Hwy. Dayton, KY 41074 (P) 859-442-8111 (W) www.riversidemarinaky.com Rough River Dam State Resort Park Rough River Lake 450 Lodge Rd. Falls Of Rough, KY 40119 (P) 270-257-2311 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Royalty’s Fishing Camp Herrington Lake 940 Normans Camp Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (P) 859-748-5459 (W) www.royaltysfishingcamp.com Ruby’s Boat Dock Lake Williamstown 1300 Day Rd. Dry Ridge, KY 41035 (P) 859-824-9967 (W) www.grantcokytourism.com/parks-andrecreation/ruby-s-boat-dock.htm Scott Creek Marina Cave Run Lake KY 801 Morehead, KY 40351 (P) 606-874-9666 (W) www.caverunmarinas.com Shawnee Bay Resort Kentucky Lake 1297 Shawnee Bay Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-8360 (W) www.shawneebayresort.com Smugglers Cove Marina and Motel Craig’s Creek Lake 1150 U.S. 42 W. Warsaw, KY 41095 (P) 859-567-7601 (W) www.smugglerscovemarinaonline.com Sportsman’s Anchor Resort and Marina Kentucky Lake 128000 US Hwy. 68 E Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6568 (W) www.anchorresortandmarina.com Stone Mountain Boat Dock Crank Creek Lake 2133 Hwy. 3099 Cawood, KY 40815 (P) 606-573-7352 Sugar Creek Bay Marina Kentucky Lake 153 Resort Rd. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-436-2525 (W) www.sugarcreekbaymarina.com Sulphur Creek Resort Dale Hollow Lake 3498 Sulphur Creek Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 (P) 270-433-7272 (W) www.sulphurcreek.com 39 Marinas Continued Taylorsville Lake Marina Taylorsville Lake 1240 Settlers Trace Rd. Taylorsville, KY 40071 (P) 502-477-8766 (W) www.taylorsvillelakemarina.com Walnut Creek Marina Barren River Lake 2001 Walnut Creek Rd. Scottsville, KY 42164 (P) 270-622-5858 Wood Creek Boat Dock Laurel River Lake 1695 Moriah Rd. London, KY 40741 (P) 606-878-5420 Yatesville Lake State Park Marina Yatesville Lake 2762 Hwy. 1185 Louisa, KY 41230 (P) 606-686-2361 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Water’s Edge RV Park and Marina Kentucky Lake 274 Tacklebox Ln. Murray, KY 42071 (P) 270-436-5321 Wax Marina Nolin Lake 14008 Peonia Rd. Wax, KY 42726 (P) 270-242-7205 Whispering Oaks Resort Kentucky Lake 267 Millers Rd. Benton, KY 42025 (P) 270-354-6628 (W) www.whisperingoaks.com Sailing Cave Run Sailing Association Cave Run Lake 4325 KY Hwy. 801 S Morehead, KY 40351 (W) www.caverunsailing.org Sailing club located at Scott Creek Marina on Cave Run Lake, races, regattas, lessons, etc. Lighthouse Landing Resort and Marina Kentucky Lake 320 W. Commerce Ave. Grand Rivers, KY 42045 (P) 270-362-8201 (W) www.lighthouselanding.com Sailboat rentals and retail on Kentucky Lake. Wilgreen Lake Marina Bait and Tackle Shop Wilgreen Lake 520 Wilgreen Lake Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 (P) 859-623-1881 (W) www.wilgreenlakemarina.com Willisburg Lake Marina Willisburg Lake 11528 Hwy. 555 Willisburg, KY 40078 (P) 859-375-2477 Wisdom Dock Dale Hollow Lake 7613 Wisdom Dock Rd. Albany, KY 42602 (P) 800-840-8523 (W) www.wisdomdock.com Wolf Creek Marina Lake Cumberland 782 Island Ramp Rd. Nancy, KY 42544 (P) 270-866-3634 (W) www.wolfcreekmarina.com 40 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure Scuba Diving Bluegrass Dive Club 232 Industry Pkwy Nicholasville, KY 40356 (P) (859) 255-2072 (W) www.bluegrassdiveclub.com Non-profit organization supporting the sport of scuba in central Kentucky, planned dive trips, provides educational and safety programs. Central Coast Dive Center Kentucky Diving Headquarters 3928 Shelbyville Rd. Louisville, KY 40207 (P) 502-897-6481 (W) www.kydivinghq.com Instructors and training staff use the Ralph Wright Natatorium at the University of Louisville. They also offer travel, retail store, rentals, repair, etc. 913 Dudley Rd. Edgewood, KY 41017 (P) 859-426-0023 (W) www.centralcoastdivecenter.com Full service, PADI award winning dive shop with trip planning, services, repairs, rentals, retail and training services and an indoor heated pool. Lake Cumberland Dale Hollow Lake Corbin No local dive shops. There are some sunken items that attract divers including a few runabout boats, house boats, cars, etc.; average depth 65’, max depth 200’. Burkesville, Kentucky 5970 State Park Rd. Burkesville, KY 42717 27,000-acre reservoir generally has exceptionally clear water, many popular dive spots including the Old Willow Grove Schoolhouse. Somerset/Jamestown There are no charter or dive boat rentals at Lake Cumberland. There is a dive shop in Somerset called Dean’s Divers Den. Average depth in lake is 90’ with the deepest point 200’. Laurel River Lake Louisville Dive Center 5454 S. Hwy. 27 Somerset, KY 42501 (P) 606-651-4536 10,000 sq./ft. facility. Full service center with indoor pool and a boat recovery center. 4625 Roosevelt Ave Louisville, KY 40213 (P) 502-368-8427 Over 30 years of experience in instruction, training, service, etc. They have a full retail store and rentals as well. Plan numerous trips each year to various diving destinations. Falling Rock Park Louisville Scuba Divers Dean’s Divers Den Joe’s Quarry Fendley Mill Rd. LaGrange, KY 40031 (P) 502-939-5049 Old rock quarry located just outside of LaGrange; depths up to 45’; open weekends only. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 965 Lodge Rd. Greenbo, KY 41144 (P) 800-325-0083 (W) www.parks.ky.gov Diving in Greenbo Lake. Islander’s Dive Center 850 D US 31 Bypass Bowling Green, KY 42101 (P) 270-904-3112 (W) islandersdivecenter.com Full service, certified PADI and SDI trainers and trips around the world. Louisville, Kentucky (W) www.louisvillescubadivers.org Dive club that meets monthly in Louisville and plans dive trips for members. New Horizons 2573 Regency Rd. Lexington, KY 40503 (P) 859-277-1234 Instruction in a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center. Provide rentals, retail, dive trip options around the world, etc. Paradise Divers, Inc. 10013 Brownsboro Rd. Louisville, KY 40241 (P) 502-423-7055 Offer a range of classes for all of ages and experience levels. Also rent out pool for parties and group lessons. Plan multiple dive trips every year. 41 Scuba Diving Continued Pennyroyal Scuba Blue Springs Resort 602 Christian Quarry Rd. Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (P) 270-887-2585 (W) www.pennyroyalscuba.com A 22-acre spring-fed quarry with depths up to 120’ and over 40 sunken treasures to explore; full service diving destination. Scuba Shack of Northern Kentucky 7333 Burlington Pike Florence, KY 41042 (P) 859-283-1550 (W) www.scubashack.us Also a full service dive shop with rentals, repairs, retail, etc.; offer dive trips around the world. Willow Grove Resort and Marina 11045 Willow Grove Hwy. Allons, TN 38541 (P) 931-823-6616 (W) www.willowgrove.com/ Scuba Diving outfitter that offers trips on popular Dale Hollow Lake that sits on the KentuckyTennessee border. Located near the old farming community of Willow Grove that was flooded when the reservoir was filled. 42 Kentucky’s Guide to Unbridled Adventure There’s Only One Kentucky. There’s only one Niagara of the South, Cumberland Falls There’s only one Cumberland Gap National Historical Park There’s only one Mammoth Cave Natioanl National Park And there’s only one place to find them all. Start planning your one-of-a-kind Kentucky adventure today. KENTUCKYTOURISM.COM • 1-800-225-TRIP “the nation’s finest” p a r k s . k y. g o v