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The portion of the Appalachian Mountains that stretches through the greater part of northern and eastern Kentucky is easily one of the most scenic areas in the United States. With these stunning mountain ranges as a backdrop, you’ll find grand adventure and a friendly welcome always waiting for you in the Kentucky Appalachian region.
Enjoy your stay or drop by for the day at one of our scenic mountain and mountain/lake state parks including the popular Carter Caves State Resort Park. Fish, boat, hike, take an RV ride or follow some of the finest horse trails in Kentucky through lush forests and other amazing natural places. Tour a cave or enjoy world-class golf on one of the remarkably scenic mountaintop courses at Carter Caves State Resort Park. Appalachian arts, history, crafts, music and culture are celebrated and honored in our festivals, museums, arts centers and historic sites including the Highland Museum and Discovery Center, national Kentucky Folk Arts Center, Coal Miners Museum, Mountain HomePlace and an actual Civil war era working farm as it was in the 19th century, roughly from 1850-1875.
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TransportationDistance from Major Airports
Tri-State Airport is 11 miles away from Ashland Yeager Airport is 71 miles from Ashland Port Columbus International Airport is 128 miles from Ashland Major Highways I-275, US 27, US 62, KY 8, 9. Also Available Uber CODE: matthews 2397 Lyft Yellow Cab TARC Bus System |
Area Partners
Cherokee National ForestThe Cherokee National Forest is your destination for outdoor recreation. Enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.
Sandy Creek Golf CourseWhere Golfers Feel at Home with Their GameWe like to think that Sandy Creek Golf Course is the Tri-State's most golfer friendly course. It is a place where you can have a great time, pay a fair price and not spend the entire day traveling around our 18 holes. But more, this is a place where you will get a warm welcome and the ultimate in friendly service from our staff.
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Jenny Wiley TheatreJenny Wiley Theatre is eastern Kentucky's only professional theatre offering year round productions. Since 1964, summers have been magical under the stars at the Jenny Wiley Amphitheatre, located in the beautiful Jenny Wiley State Park in Prestonsburg. In 2014, our new Mainstage indoor theatre opened in Pikeville. Located at the corner of Second Street and Division Street, this facility offers productions on a year-round basis. Our Pikeville location is the result of a partnership with the City of Pikeville.
Big Sandy Heritage Center The Big Sandy Heritage Center preserves the history of the Big Sandy Valley. Located in downtown Pikeville, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the properties listed on the downtown walking tour.
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Events
- Salt Festival
- Union, KY
- Oct 13 - Oct 15, 2017
Journey back in time as Big Bone Lick returns to days long past. The festival features demonstrations of pioneer living and skills, frontier ingenuity, traditions, and life ways. Browse the crafter's corner to seen the many handmade and hand-crafted items for sale and find lots of good eats at the food court. Enjoy folk and bluegrass music, listen to a storyteller, view prehistoric Ice Age artifacts, and watch a blacksmith working red-hot iron. See how salt was extracted from the waters of Big Bone, watch a flintknapper make a stone point, and discover how bison hair was spun into yarn.
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Halloween Fall Fest
Union, KY Oct 14 - Oct 15, 2017 Noon - 5:00 P.M. After much success we have decided to again host this FREE event. A great warm up for Halloween weekend and FREE CANDY. Come visit our Haunted Kids Village, enjoy a haunted hay ride and much more. More details to come. Frozen Wonderland Day & Festival Of Trees-General Butler SRP
Carrollton, KY Dec 02, 2017 8:00 A.M. - NoonSpend your morning with us, we'll have your favorite Frozen & Holiday characters: Elsa, Anna, Krisoff, Olaf, Grinch, Buddy Elf, Cat in the Hat, Ralphie, and of course Santa Claus all joining us for Breakfast from 8:00 am - 10:30 am inside Butler Lodge- Two Rivers Restuarant. Regular breakfast pricing (+tax) will apply. Frontier Christmas
Maysville, KY Washington, Kentucky Saturday December 2nd 10 am to 6 pm Sunday December 3rd 11 am to 5 pm over 30 Vendors Special Christmas Music - Santa Claus Bagpiper - Christmas Carolers Shops, Museums & Vendors will be open both days Candle Dipping at the 1797's Mefford Fort Local Artists art work at the Artisan Log cabin Food - Jewelry - Gifts - Crafts & so much more! |
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