An Underrated And Often Overlooked Park In Kentucky, Pay A Visit To Breaks Interstate Park
By Andrea Limke|Published June 05, 2020
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
The well known parks and attractions around Kentucky all deserve the attention of locals and visitors, but there are plenty of places that are just as wonderful, but are somehow overlooked. We recently asked our readers to name what they believed to be the most underrated spots around Kentucky and the one destination that was mentioned over and over again was Breaks Interstate Park. This underrated and unforgettable park in Kentucky absolutely deserves a first look, and then a second and a third, and you’ll want to add it to your travel bucket list in the Bluegrass.
Breaks Interstate Park is tucked into the eastern corner of Kentucky, right where it meets up with Virginia.
Perhaps it's the park's location that makes it lesser known and underrated, but it is still a very worthy destination in our beautiful state. The park is spread throughout both Kentucky and Virginia, so you'll find its features on both sides of the state line.
The Breaks is mostly known for its incredible views and a history that includes Daniel Boone and a gorge that was slowly carved out over time by the now Russell Fork River.
Many of the 25 miles of hiking trails throughout the park offer views like this, so be sure to bring along comfortable shoes. And as you can imagine, these views are jaw-dropping all year long.
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If you're far enough away that a visit to Breaks Interstate Park needs to be a long weekend or even a week, you have many options for overnight accommodations.
The park offers a lodge, a campground, and these charming cabins that are practically idyllic. The lakefront cabins are especially appealing with lovely views and modern interiors. You can learn more about the lodging options at the park on its website.
If you'd like a thrilling adventure, try zip lining or even white water rafting at certain times of year. Other seasonal activities include horse back riding and rock climbing.
And if you prefer a slower pace, the Breaks offers that as well.
Daniel Boone crossed through the "break" in the gorge back in 1767 on his way to Kentucky and locals have loved the area ever since. If you didn't know our state was home to this unforgettable place, keep it in mind for a beautiful and relaxing adventure.
Breaks Interstate Park may be on the very edge of our state and even requires a trip across the state line into Virginia, but this area has to be seen to be believed. An incredible gorge that is bursting with natural beauty and history, this underrated and unforgettable park in Kentucky should no longer be overlooked. Have you been to this amazing gem in eastern Kentucky? What’s your favorite part of the area? Let us know in the comments!
