Buckhorn, KY

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Drone shot of the Buckhorn Lock on the Trent Severn Canal in Ontario, Canada
Drone shot of the Buckhorn Lock on the Trent Severn Canal in Ontario, Canada
Nizhny Novgorod region, Russia - 2019, September: The magic lake near a village on sunny foggy morning.
Buckhorn Creek, Ohio
Long before Buckhorn Lake was created and the state park established in 1964, a small community flourished for many generations here, along the middle fork of the Kentucky River. Early records refer to this area as the Bowling District, founded by Reverend Jesse Boling, his wife Mary Pennington, Reverend Duff and 50 other families. They were led to this remote area under the guidance of Daniel Boone. By the late 1800's Bowlingtown was a thriving community of hundreds. There was a post office, school, churches, grocery, saw mill, blacksmith and the Frontier Nursing Service. Local officials included a sheriff, magistrate, justice of the peace, and tax commissioner. The citizens were primarily farmers and coal miners. They were known to be patriotic, honest, kind, and well-educated people. In 1960, when the construction of Buckhorn Lake began, Bowlingtown had to be abandoned and families relocated. Family graves (873) were re-interred to Buckhorn Cemetery. All were sad to leave their homeland of seven generations. so Where you see water was once The town called Bowlingtown in KY.
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park

Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park

3.5 out of 5
4441 Kentucky Highway 1833, Buckhorn Buckhorn KY
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Buckhorn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park and Grover ...
9/10 Wonderful! (208 reviews)
The staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. Excellent price point for accommodations.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hazard by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hazard by IHG

2.5 out of 5
192 Corporate Dr Hazard KY
The price is ₩147,087 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩147,087
₩162,149 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hazard. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (404 reviews)
Rooms were not ready at check in. A new room was given but the door didn’t lock and there was no maintenance man to fix it that day so it remained unsecured for the duration of the stay. The pool was closed. The renovations started very early in the morning.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hazard by IHG
American Elite Inn

American Elite Inn

2 out of 5
125 Village Ln Hazard KY
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The price is ₩156,351 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
₩156,351
₩167,389 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hazard. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hazard Village Shopping Center and Perry Park are ...
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Sleeps 5-6 Near RRG-Hot Tub-Nice Sunrise-Quiet

Sleeps 5-6 Near RRG-Hot Tub-Nice Sunrise-Quiet

3 out of 5
576 Pine Grove Rd Beattyville KY
Book a stay at this golf cabin in Beattyville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Happy Top and Heidelberg Park are located ...
Sleeps 5-6 Near RRG-Hot Tub-Nice Sunrise-Quiet
Riverside Beattyville Cabin w/ Kayaks & Fire Pit!

Riverside Beattyville Cabin w/ Kayaks & Fire Pit!

3 out of 5
Beattyville KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Beattyville. Enjoy free parking, balconies, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Happy Top and Heidelberg ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Peaceful and Comfortable Retreat
We loved this cabin and the location! We will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024

Riverside Beattyville Cabin w/ Kayaks & Fire Pit!
Newly Listed-Private 25-Acre Escape Near Red River Gorge

Newly Listed-Private 25-Acre Escape Near Red River Gorge

3 out of 5
649 Pine Grove Rd Beattyville KY
Stay at this cabin in Beattyville. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Happy Top and Heidelberg Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Beautiful property. Beautiful cabin.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Newly Listed-Private 25-Acre Escape Near Red River Gorge
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A remarkably beautiful area with excellent service at the lodge and great food at the restaurant.