Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park is a
state park located in the northwest corner of
Perry County, Kentucky. The park itself encompasses , while
Buckhorn Lake, a mountain
reservoir lake which serves as its major feature and which was created by damming the Middle Fork of the Kentucky River, covers approximately .
The park is adjacent to the northern edge of the
Daniel Boone National Forest
The Daniel Boone National Forest (originally the Cumberland National Forest) is a national forest in Kentucky. Established in 1937, it includes of federally owned land within a proclamation boundary. The name of the forest was changed in 1966 ...
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Activities and amenities
*Buckhorn Lake: The lake offers swimming, boating and canoeing. Fishermen can angle for
muskie, as a large population of the predator fish lives in the lake.
*Trails: The self-guided Moonshiner's Hollow Interpretive Trail winds past 18 learning stations that teach hikers about the geology, flora, and fauna of the area. More experienced hikers may prefer the more difficult Leatherwood Trail, which connects with the Moonshiner's Hollow Trail.
*Accommodations: The park offers a 36-room lodge and three cabins, all overlooking Buckhorn Lake.
The park has Elk with Elk viewing tours.
References
External links
Buckhorn Lake State Resort ParkKentucky Department of Parks
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State parks of Kentucky
Protected areas of Perry County, Kentucky
Protected areas established in 1964