Kentucky Official Visitor's Guide 2018 • Kentucky Official Visitor's Guide 2018 • Southern Shorelines

The "Houseboat Capital of the World." Just saying those words aloud conjures visions of adventure, family togetherness, vacation memories and social media-saturating selfies. When Lake Cumberland beckons with its 65,530 acres of sun-warmed surface and 1,255 miles of shoreline, you’ll want to heed the call.

IT’S ALL HERE, JUST WAITING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Houseboaters also love Dale Hollow Lake and Green River Lake with their unfurling shorelines, hidden coves and sandy beaches. Prefer something closer to shore but still on the water? Try a floating cabin.

Lots of fun awaits on shore, too. Take a ride on the Big South Fork Scenic Railway into lush Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. Hike the trails at a state park. Feast on casual food and at fine-dining restaurants. Play a few rounds of golf. Plan a shopping excursion or two.

In a region blessed with so many lakes and rivers, it’s no surprise freshly caught fish plays a starring role on local dinner plates.

1.SKI: A refreshing citrus soda made with real oranges and lemon juice, Ski has delighted locals since 1956. The Kentucky Headhunters included it in their hit “Dumas Walker” – a slaw burger, fries and a bottle of Ski!

2.COLLARD GREENS: Often cooked with ham hock, salt and pepper, a “mess” of these leafy greens from the cabbage and broccoli family is a tasty staple in many Southern meals.

3.FRIED CATFISH: A flour-andcornmeal dusting spiked with buttermilk is usually the crispy coating of choice, but many here put their own creative spin on popular fried fish dishes.

4.MASHED POTATOES: Taken for granted for its perceived simplicity, In a region blessed with so many lakes and rivers, it’s no surprise freshly caught fish plays a starring role on local dinner plates. “real deal” mashed potatoes involve lots of boiling, peeling and blending with milk, butter, salt and pepper. And sometimes a little something extra, like bacon or sour cream, too.

5.SPIDER CORNBREAD: This comforting treat gets its name from the old three-legged cast-iron skillets it used to be cooked in, but the description stuck thanks to the cracked web-like appearance of the cornbread’s top.

6.FRIED APPLE PIE: A five-generation apple farm in the tiny community of Nancy and other area orchards have made this sweet treat the preferred ending to any meal. Served with a side of ice cream? Even better.

ALBANY

BURKESVILLE

BURNSIDE

CAMPBELLSVILLE

COLUMBIA

GREENSBURG

JAMESTOWN/RUSSELL SPRINGS

LIBERTY

MONTICELLO

SOMERSET

STEARNS/WHITLEY CITY

ACCOMMODATIONS

Additional accommodation options appear in the State Parks, Marina and Campground grids throughout this guide. For a complete list, visit www.kentuckytourism.com and click on “Places to Stay.”

ALBANY

BURKESVILLE

BURNSIDE

CAMPBELLSVILLE

COLUMBIA

GREENSBURG

JAMESTOWN/RUSSELL SPRINGS

LIBERTY

MONTICELLO

SOMERSET

STEARNS/WHITLEY CITY

CAMPGROUNDS

Additional campgrounds appear in the accommodation grids throughout this guide. For a complete list, visit www.kentuckytourism.com and click on “Places to Stay,” then “Campgrounds.”

ALBANY

BURKESVILLE

BURNSIDE

CAMPBELLSVILLE

COLUMBIA

GREENSBURG

JAMESTOWN/RUSSELL SPRINGS

MONTICELLO

SOMERSET

STEARNS/WHITLEY CITY

MARINAS

DALE HOLLOW LAKE

GREEN RIVER LAKE

LAKE CUMBERLAND

GOLF

ALBANY

BURKESVILLE

BURNSIDE

GREENSBURG

LIBERTY

MONTICELLO

RUSSELL SPRINGS

SOMERSET

STEARNS