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Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area

Experience Land Between The Lakes, 170,000 acres nestled between scenic Kentucky and Barkley lakes! Photograph native wildlife and plants at our Elk & Bison Prairie, step back in time at The Homeplace living history farm, encounter nature up-close at the Woodlands Nature Station, or get a full-dome view of the night sky and celestial events at the Golden Pond Planetarium.

Woodlands Nature Station: A hands-on encounter with nature where you can see indigenous wildlife and the remains of a pre-civil war iron industry.
Elk & Bison Prairie: 700-acre restoration of native prairie where you can watch for elk and bison.
Homeplace Living History Farm: Each day interpreters in period clothing demonstrate the daily activities on a mid-1800 era farm amid restored log structures.
Golden Pond Planetarium & Visitor Center: Daily shows that bring to life the facinating world of outer space and modern space exploration.

Stewart County, TN

Nestled between the Cumberland River and Kentucky Lake, Dover (Stewart County), Tennessee, is where history and nature meet, with Civil War era Fort Donelson majestically recalling the past while new memories are made at Land Between the Lakes National Recreational Area and Cross Creeks Wildlife Refuge. Discover the natural getaway!

Fort Donelson: National Battlefield and National Cemetery over-looking the Cumberland River.
Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge: An ideal environment for migrating waterfowl featuring accessible opportunities for Bird-watchers.
Stewart County Eaglefest: On Memorial Day Weekend, come celebrate with us as we pay tribute to the men and women who served our country.
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Grand Rivers, KY

Located between Kentucky and Barkley Lakes at the North entrance to Land Between The Lakes; Grand Rivers is a village filled with authentic charm and surrounded by the great outdoors. Connecting the two lakes is the heart of Grand Rivers, a vintage downtown reminiscent of another time. It is made complete with unique restaurants, shops and musical entertainment. Abundant parking is available.

Patti’s 1880’s Settlement: Award winning restaurant surrounded by unique specialty shops and beautiful gardens.
Badgett Playhouse Theater: Home to the live music show Variety! and other special productions for year round entertainment.
Holiday Festival of Lights: Over 500,000 lights in Grand Rivers; second weekend in November through the first weekend of January.
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Marshall County, KY

Conveniently located on the northern end of beautiful Kentucky Lake, which boasts 2,300 miles of scenic shoreline. We graciously exemplify hometown charm with unique dining, live music shows, a variety of overnight accommodations, shopping and picturesque lake views.

Kentucky Lake: Boat tours, scenic walks, relaxing sunsets.
Kentucky Opry: Year round live country music show.
Kenlake State Resort Park and Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park: Both feature lakeside lodging, dining, gift shops, meeting space and bus parking.
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Paris, Henry County, TN

A premier group destination location and home to an Eiffel Tower replica, the World’s Biggest Fish Fry and historic downtown shopping, all within a rustic setting on Tennessee’s Kentucky Lake. Easily accessible from I-40 and I-24, the Villages of Paris and Paris Landing are “A World by the Water.”

Paris Landing State Park: 110 rooms, all overlooking Kentucky Lake, bus parking, buffet meals.
Downtown Paris: Boutiques, restaurants and antique shops surrounding historic courthouse.
Eiffel Tower replica: Great photo op with easy access and parking.
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Cadiz, Trigg County, KY

Stroll around our quaint restored downtown to shop for antiques and bring back pleasant memories from the past. Don’t miss our Janice Mason Art Museum in the historical Post Office, featuring gallery exhibits and a gift shop. Restaurants are nearby, or you can dine on the lake while watching the dramatic sunset.

Lake Barkley State Resort Park: 3600 acres with 148 rental units, restaurant, gift shop, meeting space, fitness center with wellness pool, accessible rooms and bus parking.
Main Street Cadiz: Lined with quaint antique malls, Victorian homes including Fairholm which is available for tours, specialty shops and historic buildings.
Janice Mason Art Museum: This acclaimed art museum features an impressive schedule of innovative and traditional exhibits.
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Benton County, TN

On the shores of the scenic Tennessee River/Kentucky Lake and bordering Interstate 40, Benton County, Tennessee has long been known for production of sorghum and fresh water pearls. Trace local history at the genealogy department and state-of-the-art archives at the Benton County library. Visit the Patsy Cline Memorial. Fish, swim, boat, ski, and just have fun on and around the nation’s largest man-made lake.

Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park: Located on the lake, this scenic park offers RV and primitive camping, beautiful cabins on the lake, a group lodge, and pavilions.
Pilot Knob: Located in Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park, Pilot knob is the highest point in West Tennessee overlooking the Tennessee River/Kentucky lake featuring the Tennessee River Folklife Museum and a monument to the Civil War battle of Johnsonville overlooking the site of the battle
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge: Dedicated to the protection of migratory birds, the refuge is considered one of the premier birding areas in the nation with a tremendous variety of migratory birds including songbirds, waterfowl, and even majestic bald eagles.
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Hopkinsville, Christian County, KY

Affectionately known as "Hoptown", Hopkinsville teetered between the Union and the Confederate troops during the Civil War. It was the site of the 1904 Tobacco War and along the route of the Cherokee Trail of Tears. Learn more about our past and our future.

Trail of Tears Commemorative Park: Cherokee Indians used a portion of this campground on the infamous Trail of Tears, which includes the gravesites of Chiefs White Path and Fly Smith where the annual Intertribal Pow Wow is held the weekend following Labor Day.
Jefferson Davis Monument: This 351-foot concrete obelisk was constructed in the early 1900’s to honor Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
Pennyroyal Area Museum: The former Post Office constructed in 1914 is now home to the Pennyroyal Area Museum, where the colorful past of southwestern Kentucky comes alive.
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Murray, KY

Home to nationally acclaimed Murray State University and named one of the top retirement communities in the nation. Murray is “on the map” for art buffs, festivals goers, and dinning enthusiast. Your group will love our Playhouse in the Park, the Clara Eagle Art Gallery, Wrather Museum and the historic downtown district.

Playhouse in the Park: Community Theater housed in a 1907 train depot in central park offers everything from mystery to comedy.
Murray State University Athletics: Division I athletic events including football, basketball and soccer.
Lovett Live: An intimate musical concert experience featuring emerging talent and popular artists.
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