| Located in central southern Kentucky, Lake | | | | pounding. Local outfitters offer rafting as |
| Cumberland is one of the largest man-made | | | | well as canoeing tours and kayakers flock to |
| bodies of water east of the Mississippi River | | | | these rivers for their adrenaline pumping |
| and boasts more miles of shoreline (1255) | | | | rapids. |
| than any other lake in the world. Within a | | | | |
| days drive of most of Middle America, Lake | | | | Those desiring land recreation will find |
| Cumberland is considered a premier family | | | | plenty of activities to choose from. There |
| vacation destination. For those seeking | | | | are many nearby golf courses offering |
| outdoor adventure, scenic vistas and peaceful | | | | everything from 9 hole par 3 to 18 hole |
| surroundings, Lake Cumberland truly is the | | | | championship courses. Lush vegetation, |
| perfect place. | | | | abundant wildlife, water features and rolling |
| | | | topography are showcased in all their |
| Nationally known for it's bass and trout | | | | splendor. Golfers of any level are sure to |
| fishing and host to several annual | | | | find a course to suit their level and style |
| tournaments, Lake Cumberland is an angler's | | | | of play. |
| dream. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted | | | | |
| bass abound, as well as stripers which have | | | | For avid hikers or those desiring a casual |
| been stocked here since 1951. For the trout | | | | stroll in the wilderness, Lake Cumberland has |
| fisherman, the entire Cumberland River is | | | | an almost limitless network of hiking trails. |
| full of rainbow trout, brown trout and the | | | | Numerous trails of all lengths and difficulty |
| elusive brook trout. Many of Kentucky's | | | | levels adorn the shores of Lake Cumberland |
| record catches were recorded here, so your | | | | and the diverse topography of surrounding |
| trophy is waiting. | | | | areas offer breath-taking vistas and |
| | | | panoramic views. The unique geographic |
| In addition to prized fishing, Lake | | | | features of the area will undoubtedly leave a |
| Cumberland offers house boating and a wide | | | | lasting impression. Beaver Creek Wilderness |
| variety of water sports. Lake Cumberland is | | | | Trails, Bee Rock Recreation Area, Rockcastle |
| said to have more luxury houseboats than any | | | | Narrows Trail, Yahoo Falls Scenic Area and |
| other lake in the United States and nearby | | | | The Daniel Boone Forest are just a few of the |
| Monticello is the houseboat manufacturing | | | | areas wilderness attractions. The Big South |
| capitol of the world. There are a host of | | | | Fork National River and Recreation area is a |
| full service marinas on the lake offering | | | | 110,000 acre park with over 200 miles of |
| houseboat and pontoon rentals by the day or | | | | trails and scenic railway. Of noted interest |
| week. For those desiring a quicker pace on | | | | are Eagle Falls Trail, Natural Arch |
| the water, ski boat and powerboat rentals are | | | | Recreation Area (One of the most scenic |
| also available as well a personal watercraft. | | | | locations in the region) and Cumberland Falls |
| With over 63,000 acres of water, there is | | | | State Park (Home to the Niagara of the South, |
| plenty of room for everyone. Cumberland below | | | | the second largest falls in the United States |
| the falls and Big South Fork offer whitewater | | | | and the night time Moonbow, one of three |
| adventure that is sure to get your heart | | | | worldwide.) This is an absolute must see. |