The 12 Best Places In Kentucky To Go On An Unforgettable Picnic
By Jenn Shockley|Published June 22, 2015
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Jenn Shockley
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I am somewhat a cliche'. I grew up running around barefoot on a farm in Kentucky.
I love writing, art, sunshine, all animals and my incredibly patient husband, who tolerates my "crazy animal lady" side.
Spring and summer are the perfect times to enjoy a picnic somewhere serene and unique. Picnics are something that can be enjoyed with a romantic partner, family, and friends. Different settings will create different moods and memories that won’t soon be forgotten.
If you want to plan an unforgettable picnic, here are 12 locations you’ll want to consider:
If you just want to attend an unforgettable picnic with a variety of mouth watering barbecue, you will want to be in Graves County the first weekend in August for the annual Fancy Farm picnic. Not an intimate setting, as the picnic's so big, even local politicians come out to chat and eat.
Columbus Belmont sits near the Mississippi River in Columbus and offers picnickers well maintained fire pits to turn their cold lunch/dinner into a hot meal.
This beautiful park in Jefferson County offers a quiet environment to dine and plenty of activities to do afterwards, including ducks to feed your leftovers to.
This wilderness park was mentioned by a reader in a previous article for its beauty. Pine Mountain is home to this amazing acreage that makes a beautiful spot to picnic, camp, hike, or all three.
This pioneer settlement turned wilderness park is south of London. It offers us a look at the world as pioneers experienced it, which makes for a serene picnic setting.
Somerset is home to this island park in the midst of Lake Cumberland where picnickers can relax under one of the picnic shelters. After eating, you can play a round of golf, take a boat ride, or just go for a swim.
Make a lasting impression with a picnic on the water by renting a Pontoon Boat on Kentucky Lake’s Moors Resort. There are several other boat rentals available for Kentucky Lake and other surrounding Lakes to take advantage of.
The Gorge is filled with beautiful spots to enjoy a private or family picnic. It's sure to be a picnic worth remembering whether it's done while overlooking the trees, along the river, or in the woods.
Each of these unique places can be a great spot to do more than just eat. Picnics in Kentucky can be an unforgettable experience when you find the right spot. This can be a huge challenge with the amazing array of natural sites that the Bluegrass has to offer. These are just a few areas that make an outdoor meal even more fun. If you have a favored picnic spot in Kentucky, please list it in the comments for others to try.
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