Did you know the majority of American made houseboats are manufactured in the counties surrounding Kentucky’s Lake Cumberland? The Bluegrass State’s finest vacation getaway welcomes thousands of visitors every summer with miles of open space for skiing, fishing and boating. Lake Cumberland is considered the nation’s number one houseboating destination. If you’re planning a trip to Somerset-Pulaski-Russell County this summer, check out these attractions:
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Somernites Cruise
Visit the “Cruise Capital of Kentucky” at Somernites Cruise Car Show in Somerset, Kentucky. Every fourth Saturday between the months of April and October brings a cavalcade of American made muscle car classics to the Lake Cumberland area. During the month of June, Somernites Cruise is welcoming all Chevrolet Chevelle owners to the regular show in celebration of the 50th anniversary of “America’s Super Car”.
Lake Cumberland Houseboat Rentals
Due to the extensive number of houseboat manufacturers located in this region, the new and used houseboat marketplace is highly competitive and you’re sure to find the right houseboat rental for a market driven price. Lake Cumberland offers favorable houseboating conditions with a lake geography that provides plenty of coves and fingers to anchor away from the main channel. Enjoy the serene atmosphere with Lake Cumberland State Dock houseboat rentals.
Somerset Cabin Rental
These vacation rentals are great for you and the family when visiting Lake Cumberland. Enjoy the view of the largest man made lake in the eastern United States from the screened porch of a cabin rental in Pulaski County. With 65,000 acres of water to explore, you’re bound to find the right place to hunker down and relax when you’re not out on the water.
Rent Camping Equipment in Kentucky
For the land dwellers, you’ll find plenty of acreage to explore by foot in the Lake Cumberland area. Bee Rock Campground in Somerset overlooks a grand view of cliffs and rocks with basic camping units on the east and west sides of the Rockcastle River. Looking to wet a line and test your might against one of Lake Cumberland’s 40-lb striped bass? Visit the Fishing Creek Recreation Area where you’ll find full hookups, a bathhouse, picnic areas and plenty of space to cast a line. LowerGear Outfitters can provide camping gear and tent rentals by shipping the item to your location.
Ouch… She dropped the O word lol
Was always the plan old lady 🙂
Did you change or was that where you were always planning to go?
I’m actually going to Red River Gorge!! (:
I think Rent It Today’s Tamela Sue Lay is heading to Cumberland for her Birthday!