With its dramatic scenery and unbridled adventure, frontiersman Daniel Boone may have had this ruggedly beautiful region in mind when he said "Heaven must be a Kentucky kind of place."
The drama of nature’s untamed splendor wows visitors today just as it did Daniel Boone when he first explored this region of Kentucky in the late 1700s. This is one of Kentucky’s most magnificent frontiers, from the climbing mecca of Red River Gorge to the “Niagara of the South,” Cumberland Falls. With stunning views and unexpected adventures around every mountain bend, whether you want to get your adrenaline racing or kick back on a relaxing retreat, Daniel Boone Country is where you can truly get away from it all.
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The abundance of lakes and rivers in Daniel Boone Country creates endless opportunities for water recreation. Paddle the Cumberland River, or spend the day boating (or houseboating) on beautiful Laurel River Lake. For anglers, these waterways are some of the best in the state for bass, crappie, walleye and muskie, as well as stream fishing. More wild adventures await in the form of backcountry camping, zipline rides, elk viewing and off-roading on hundreds of miles of high-elevation ATV trails.
The misty mountains of Daniel Boone Country are teeming with history and heritage. Trace Daniel Boone’s footsteps through America's First Frontier at Cumberland Gap National Park and along Boone Trace. Learn about Kentucky’s role in the Civil War at places like Historic Barboursville, Hazard and Camp Wildcat Civil War Battlefield. Enjoy a variety of shows in Kentucky’s Country Music Capital at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center; next door at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum, hear about the stars who gave the Bluegrass State its signature sounds.
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Kentucky Appalachians
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Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
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Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon & Boone
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Bourbon, Horses & History
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Caves, Lakes & Corvettes
Above and below ground, discover some of Kentucky’s most magnificent natural wonders and full-throttle adventures, from Mammoth Cave National Park to the National Corvette Museum.
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Daniel Boone Country
With its dramatic scenery and unbridled adventure, frontiersman Daniel Boone may have had this ruggedly beautiful region in mind when he said "Heaven must be a Kentucky kind of place."
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Southern Shorelines
Splash into the region that’s home to the “Houseboat Capital of the World,” Lake Cumberland. You’ll also find bucolic farms and vineyards, Civil War history and all the local fried fish you can eat.
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Northern Kentucky River Region
Just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, the “Top of the South” delights with exciting cities, culinary gems and popular family attractions such as the Ark Encounter and Newport Aquarium.
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Western Waterlands
Home to Kentucky’s two largest lakes and the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, this scenic region also teems with small-town charm and a thriving arts scene in Paducah.
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