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Appalshop
- phone-alt 606-633-0108
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Appalshop started as a film workshop in 1969, and 50 years later we're still documenting and revitalizing the traditions and creativity of Appalachia.
Appalshop started as a film workshop in 1969, and 50 years later we're still documenting and revitalizing the traditions and creativity of Appalachia.
Bad Branch Falls – High Rock Trail
Bad Branch Falls Nature Preserve
Bad Branch Falls, with it’s beautiful trail and enchanting 60 ft. waterfall, is a Letcher County treasure. It is a must see for visitors wanting to explore our area. The hike to Bad Branch Falls is a little over a mile (one way) and takes close to 2.5 hours at a leisurely pace. The trail will take you through an old timber haul road that was built in the 30’s or 40’s.
This hike is a categorized as a moderate hike because it requires climbing over rocks and walking around small ledges. During the winter, there is usually ice along the trail which can also make hiking somewhat dangerous. Most people that can walk one mile should not have any trouble.
The scenery to the falls is breathtaking, including high sandstone cliffs, giant hemlock pines and many different types of rock formations. If you want something a little more challenging, there is an option to take the High Rock Loop Trail, a little over 2 mile hike to the crest of Pine Mountain. This trail joins in with the Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail - which will stretch over 110 miles when completed.
Photo credit- Letcher County Tourism www.discoverletcher.com
Bad Branch Falls, with it’s beautiful trail and enchanting 60 ft. waterfall, is a Letcher County treasure. It is a must see for visitors wanting to explore our area. The hike to Bad Branch Falls is a little over a mile (one way) and takes close to 2.5 hours at a leisurely pace. The trail will take you through an old timber haul road that was built in the 30’s or 40’s.
This hike is a categorized as a moderate hike because it requires climbing over rocks and walking around small ledges. During the winter, there is usually ice along the trail which can also make hiking somewhat dangerous. Most people that can walk one mile should not have any trouble.
The scenery to the falls is breathtaking, including high sandstone cliffs, giant hemlock pines and many different types of rock formations. If you want something a little more challenging, there is an option to take the High Rock Loop Trail, a little over 2 mile hike to the crest of Pine Mountain. This trail joins in with the Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail - which will stretch over 110 miles when completed.
Photo credit- Letcher County Tourism www.discoverletcher.com
Bad Branch Falls Nature Preserve
- phone-alt 606-369-2635
Bad Branch Falls State Nature Preserve is a 2639 acres nature preserve in Whitesburg , Kentucky. Originally dedicated by the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission on September 26, 1985, the preserve originally covered 435 acres and included Bad Branch Gorge, a forested gorge with a 60 ft waterfall tumbling over sandstone cliffs on the south face of Pine Mountain. Subsequent acquisitions have expanded the preserve west into the Presley House Branch watershed, northeast into the upper reaches of the Bad Branch watershed and a small portion of the north face of Pine Mountain. The preserve also protects Kentucky's only known nesting pair of common ravens. Bad Branch has been designated a Kentucky Wild River. There are 7.4 mi of foot trails and bridges over uneven strenuous terrain.
Bad Branch Falls State Nature Preserve is a 2639 acres nature preserve in Whitesburg , Kentucky. Originally dedicated by the Kentucky State Nature Preserves Commission on September 26, 1985, the preserve originally covered 435 acres and included Bad Branch Gorge, a forested gorge with a 60 ft waterfall tumbling over sandstone cliffs on the south face of Pine Mountain. Subsequent acquisitions have expanded the preserve west into the Presley House Branch watershed, northeast into the upper reaches of the Bad Branch watershed and a small portion of the north face of Pine Mountain. The preserve also protects Kentucky's only known nesting pair of common ravens. Bad Branch has been designated a Kentucky Wild River. There are 7.4 mi of foot trails and bridges over uneven strenuous terrain.
Benham School House Inn
- phone-alt 606-848-3000
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Our promise is to provide you with an experience that reflects the spirit and hospitality of the people of the Appalachian Mountains.
The resort flows gracefully along the Eastern Kentucky Mountains, canopied by a wide array of museums and activities and caressed by mountain breezes. It is a setting made for total relaxation.
We welcome you to use our Schoolhouse Inn for all of your events. Whether it’s a professional conference, a dinner party, wedding, retreat, or any other type of activity. We want to help you bring your vision to life. Our excellent staff and full-service restaurant and bar are excellent additions to any event. Our rooms are always available for reservation so that your event can extend well into the night.
Our promise is to provide you with an experience that reflects the spirit and hospitality of the people of the Appalachian Mountains.
The resort flows gracefully along the Eastern Kentucky Mountains, canopied by a wide array of museums and activities and caressed by mountain breezes. It is a setting made for total relaxation.
We welcome you to use our Schoolhouse Inn for all of your events. Whether it’s a professional conference, a dinner party, wedding, retreat, or any other type of activity. We want to help you bring your vision to life. Our excellent staff and full-service restaurant and bar are excellent additions to any event. Our rooms are always available for reservation so that your event can extend well into the night.
Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum
- phone-alt 606-213-0134
The Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum is located in Pikeville, Kentucky. The museum was housed in the old Chesapeake and Ohio Depot until 2015, when it moved to the 4th floor of the Judicial Annex in downtown Pikeville. The museum portrays the people, places, and events that makes the area unique.
The Big Sandy Heritage Center Museum is located in Pikeville, Kentucky. The museum was housed in the old Chesapeake and Ohio Depot until 2015, when it moved to the 4th floor of the Judicial Annex in downtown Pikeville. The museum portrays the people, places, and events that makes the area unique.
Camp Blanton
- phone-alt 606-573-6811
- envelope-alt campblantonranger@gmail.com
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Right off The BackBreaker trail is where you can take your next adventure and hike or check into one of our remodeled cabins. This has to go on your next Bucket List with our trails.
Right off The BackBreaker trail is where you can take your next adventure and hike or check into one of our remodeled cabins. This has to go on your next Bucket List with our trails.
Central Drive-In
- phone-alt 276-679-3761
We are the oldest continually operating drive in theater in the state of Virginia.
We are the oldest continually operating drive in theater in the state of Virginia.
Cliffside Overlook
- phone-alt 606-634-1814
Tourist attraction in Letcher County, Kentucky. Make sure to watch the amazing sunset as you travel along this destination also known as The Slingshot trail.
Tourist attraction in Letcher County, Kentucky. Make sure to watch the amazing sunset as you travel along this destination also known as The Slingshot trail.
Combs Overlook
- phone-alt 606-634-1814
Make sure to check the sunset while you are at Comb's Overlook.
Make sure to check the sunset while you are at Comb's Overlook.
Creek-side 2 Bedroom Cottage with Mountain Views
Air BnB Cottage
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Lovely creek-side cottage with view of Pine Mountain down a long gravel driveway. Quiet neighborhood. Large front yard. Wrap around porch with porch swing. Fire pit and charcoal grill available.
Lovely creek-side cottage with view of Pine Mountain down a long gravel driveway. Quiet neighborhood. Large front yard. Wrap around porch with porch swing. Fire pit and charcoal grill available.
Fish Pond Lake
Fish Pond Lake
Fish Pond Lake is a gorgeous vista. Nestled in the woods of the Central Appalachian mountains this park provides beautiful scenery, good fishing, camping, photo ops hiking and more
Fish Pond Lake is a gorgeous vista. Nestled in the woods of the Central Appalachian mountains this park provides beautiful scenery, good fishing, camping, photo ops hiking and more
Fish Pond Lake & Campground
- phone-alt 606-832-4608
Bring the friends and family out to Fish Pond Lake. Campground site and lake friendly.
Bring the friends and family out to Fish Pond Lake. Campground site and lake friendly.
Fishpond Lake
- phone-alt 606-832-4608
Such a BEAUTIFUL peaceful place to just relax an enjoy the scenery, or a fun adventurous place to bring the whole family to camp out, fish, or explore the gorgeous mountains with some of the riding trails!
Such a BEAUTIFUL peaceful place to just relax an enjoy the scenery, or a fun adventurous place to bring the whole family to camp out, fish, or explore the gorgeous mountains with some of the riding trails!
Flag Rock/High Knob Recreational Area
Flag Rock/ High Knob
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Flag Rock Recreation Area is located three miles above downtown Norton on the lower slopes of High Knob. The thousand-acre park includes 25 developed acres and a variety of outdoor adventures. Please note restroom facilities in the park are open seasonally. Restrooms are open when Flag Rock Campground is open during the spring and fall months. Opening dates for the campground and restrooms are dependent on the weather.
Flag Rock Recreation Area is located three miles above downtown Norton on the lower slopes of High Knob. The thousand-acre park includes 25 developed acres and a variety of outdoor adventures. Please note restroom facilities in the park are open seasonally. Restrooms are open when Flag Rock Campground is open during the spring and fall months. Opening dates for the campground and restrooms are dependent on the weather.