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