Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, State resort park with lodge near Hazard, Kentucky, United States
Located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park spans 856 acres of woodland terrain at the Cumberland Plateau foothills.
Congress authorized the construction of Buckhorn Dam in 1938 through the Flood Control Acts, leading to the formation of a 550-acre reservoir.
The land preserves the heritage of Native American settlements and European pioneers who established farming and logging practices in the region.
The park maintains a 24-room lodge, camping sites, boat slips, fishing piers, horseback riding trails, and a miniature golf course for visitors.
The 162-foot-high dam creates a seasonal pool that expands from 550 acres to 1,230 acres, supporting diverse recreational activities throughout the year.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: 1964
Website: http://parks.ky.gov/parks/resortparks/buckhorn-lake/default.aspx
GPS coordinates: 37.30560,-83.43920
Latest update: April 11, 2025 11:25
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