Buckhorn Lake

Us Army Corps of Engineers, Kentucky.

Buckhorn Lake, KY is situated in the Cumberland Plateau of eastern Kentucky. This is an area that possesses a landscape as rugged as any found in the State. The plateau is deeply traversed by a series of narrow, winding valleys separated by steep watersheds and covered by a network of continuously branching streams. Originating in the southeast and flowing generally northwestward, the Kentucky River is one of the region's major rivers.

Camping and Day Use

Nearby Activities

Auto Touring
Boating
Camping
Environmental Education
Fishing
Hiking
Historic & Cultural Site
Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
Other Recreation Concession Site
Picnicking
Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
Swimming Site
Water Sports
Wildlife Viewing

Directions

From Hazard, 9 miles north on KY 15, 20 miles east on KY 28.

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