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Information on attractions, accommodations, and dining in Kentucky -
and much more, including things to see and do, parks and recreational areas, annual and special events, and climate information!
I lived in Kentucky for a while when I was in the Army. I was stationed at Fort Knox and we lived in Elizabethtown, which turned out to be an excellent location for exploring the state. Two of the things I enjoyed most about living in Kentucky were the wonderful state parks and the beautiful falls. Kentucky is a great vacation destination and a good getaway location for the entire family.
Visitor Information
Kentucky Department of Travel
2200 Capitol Plaza Tower
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601-1968
1-800-225-8747 fax 502-564-5695
http://www.kentuckytourism.com.
The Department of Travel, Dept MR, P.O. Box 2011, Frankfort, KY 40602, telephone 1-800-225-8747 distributes brochures, literature, maps, and other information. Ask for a copy of the Kentucky Official Vacation Guide. It is a very informative and comprehensive guide and is revised every year. There are also several welcome centers in the state including those on the interstates as you enter Kentucky on I-75, I-65, I-24, and I-64.
State of Kentucky; 1-800-225-TRIP. There is another number, 1-800-262-TRIP, that is available 24 hours as an answering service. Available 8:00-4:20. There is an answering machine after hours.
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Climate and Weather Information
Kentucky enjoys four distinct seasons with a temperate climate. The spring and summer months often have thunderstorms along the Ohio River Valley. Winter snowfall ranges from 5 to 10 inches in the southwest to as much as 40 inches in the higher elevations. For additional climate information on Kentucky, click on Climatologies and then click on the map to find Kentucky.
Driving Information
All persons anywhere in vehicles are required to use safety belts, and children under 40 inches are required to be in an approved safety seat. For additional information call 502/695-6356.
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State Parks and Recreation Areas
The state of Kentucky has some wonderful state parks and recreation area as well as some national parks and recreational areas. Two of my favorite are Lake Cumberland (Lake Cumberland State Resort Park) and Cumberland Falls (Cumberland Falls State Resort Park). Information on all of the parks and recreation areas is available from the Kentucky Department of Parks, 500 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502/564-2172 or 1-800-225-PARK. Camping is available in many of the parks and 18 areas have either cottages or lodges (sometimes both) and 30 areas have tent and trailer sites. (Kentucky State Parks) Kentucky also has some wonderful Resort State Parks. (Kentucky Resort State Parks)
The Tennessee Valley Authority also has several recreational sites that revolve around water related activities. For information on these sites (Along with navigation charts for boaters.) you can contact the TVA at 101 Haney Building, Chattanooga, TN 37402-2801.
Hunting and fishing are very popular in the state. There are wonderful mountain streams, major rivers, and giant lakes located within the state. For complete information on hunting and fishing in Kentucky contact the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, #1 Game Farm Road, Frankfort, KY 40601, telephone 502/564-4336. (Kentucky Hunting & Fishing Information)
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Parks and Lakes Close to
Lexington.
Annual Events
March
The Jim Beam Stakes Race in Florence at Turfway Park Race Track is one of the largest Thoroughbred races for three-year-olds. There is a week-long array of festivities preceding the race. 606/371-0200.
April
One of the largest two-week celebrations in America is the annual Kentucky Derby Festival in
Louisville. During the week you can enjoy a steamboat race, a parade, the balloon race, a marathon, concerts, and other sports activities. Contact the Kentucky Derby Festival at 502/584-6383 or 1-800-928-FEST.
(Churchill Downs)
The Rolex-Kentucky Event and Trade Fair is held in Lexington with boutiques and a three-day endurance test for horse and rider in cross-country, stadium jumping, and dressage. 606/233-2362.
May
The Governor’s Derby Breakfast in Frankfort includes breakfast, entertainment, and Kentucky crafts. 502/564-2611.
June
At the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington you can enjoy the Festival of the Bluegrass with bluegrass music that includes over 20 bands and top-name performers. There are also special shows for the children, workshops with the musicians, and crafts. 606/846-4995.
(Kentucky Horse Park)
The Capital Expo Festival at the Capital Plaza Complex in Frankfort offers traditional and country music, fiddling, demonstrations, workshops, arts and crafts, games, contests, dancing, a balloon race, and much more including a great selection of regional and ethnic foods. 502/875-8687.
August
The Kentucky State Fair is held in Louisville. 402/367-5180.
Elizabethtown is host to the Kentucky Heartland Festival with arts and crafts, games, food, entertainment, bluegrass music, races, hot air balloons, and an antique auto show. 502/765-4334.
September
Riverfest in Covington has one of the largest fireworks displays in the United States and is shot from barges moored on the Ohio River. 513/621-9326.
October
The Daniel Boone Festival in Barbourville celebrates his search for a route through Kentucky with square dancing, musket shooting, a horse show, parade, fiddling, long rifle shoot, antique displays, arts and crafts, music and food. 606/546-4300.
Audubon State Park in Henderson hosts the Big River Arts and Crafts Festival with over 250 exhibitors. 502/026-4433.
Attractions and Things to See and Do
Buffalo Trace Distillery
where distilling began over two centuries ago.
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Churchill Downs Churchill Downs
Homeplace 1850 in the Land Between the Lakes
makes history come alive at this working 19th century farm. 502.924.2000
or 1.800.LBL.7077.
The Elk & Bison Prairie in the Land
Between the Lakes is a 750-acres restoration of Kentucky's native
barrens. 502.924.2000 or 1.800.LBL.7077.
The Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory, located in the Land
Between the Lakes is a great place to view our universe. 502.924.2000
or 1.800.455.5897.
Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Derby Festival in Louisville
Liberty Hall Historic Site
in Frankfort is the Federalist style mansion of John Brown, the first
senator from Kentucky.
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, (800) 734-5611) is one of the more interesting places to visit in America. You will enjoy your visit, be it for a day or an overnight.
The Nature Station in the Land Between the Lakes is the place for hands-on encounters with our natural world. Animal habitats, hiking trails, and canoe rentals. 502.924.2000 or 1.800.LBL.7077.
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Some Favorites in Kentucky
Lake Cumberland -- Lake Cumberland State Resort Park
Cumberland Falls -- Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Just about all of the State Parks in Kentucky -- Kentucky State Parks
