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Geocache Weekend at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

March 22, 2016 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

If you and your family are eager to get outside (aren’t we all?!),  here’s your chance! Lake Cumberland State Resort Park has a fun event lined up: the 11th Annual Earth Day Geocache Weekend.

I wholeheartedly everyone to visit Lake Cumberland State Resort Park as often as possible because it is uncommonly beautiful and the people are uncommonly friendly.

The park will host the 11th Annual Earth Day Geocache Weekend April 22-24, 2016.

Geocaching is an outdoor sporting activity in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches.”

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park has prepared another challenging hunt for everyone, from the novice to the expert cacher.  Everyone can enjoy the beauty of Lake Cumberland State Resort Park while making sure we keep it clean by “Cache In Trash Out” and “Leave No Trace.”

The geocache weekend will begin on Friday, April 22, and continue through Sunday, April 24. The weekend starts Friday evening at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park with registration from 5:30 p.m. through 8 p.m. CDT. The staff will also go over event rules.

Caching will commence promptly at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday morning at Lake Cumberland and will end at noon Sunday. Participants will meet briefly each morning to disseminate coordinates and your cache packet. You may be able to download the coordinates to your GPS if you have a USB cord with you. Otherwise, you can manually download coordinates.

The registration fee for the weekend is $30 per couple (any two people) and $20 per individual; children 12 and under are $10. Preregistration is not required, but would be greatly appreciated.   A limited number of lodge rooms are available at a special rate for the weekend. Call 1-800-325-1709.

Click on this link to print out a registration form. Please make checks payable to Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park near Jamestown has a lodge, cottages, Rowena Landing Restaurant, disc golf course, indoor pool and hot tub, gift shop, fishing, picnic areas and hiking trails. Lake Cumberland State Resort is 45 miles west of Somerset. Take the Cumberland Parkway to US 127 and go south through Jamestown to reach the park.

Spring is a great time to begin the Kentucky State Parks Geotour, which is available at all 49 Kentucky State Parks. Passports are available at each park for the geotour. More information about the geotour and the permitting process is available at www.parks.ky.gov/geocaching

 

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Geocaching Weekend at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

April 6, 2015 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park Sign
 

One of Kentucky’s most beautiful parks is Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. I could sit here at my desk and type for 6 hours straight and still not tell you ALL the special things about this park or describe even half of the beauty to you.

It’s one of those places you simply have to see for yourself.

As luck would have it, this month presents you with a perfect opportunity!

The following event has passed, but you can find up-to-the-minute Kentucky Events on our Events Page. Also, check out some of the best things to do in Kentucky… most importantly, just get out there and enjoy our beautiful state!

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park will host the 10th Annual Earth Day Geocache Weekend April 24-26, 2015.

Geocaching is an outdoor sporting activity in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches.”

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park has prepared another challenging hunt for everyone, from the novice to the expert cacher. Be prepared for a challenge! Everyone can enjoy the beauty of Lake Cumberland State Resort Park while making sure we keep it clean by “Cache In Trash Out” and “Leave No Trace.”

The geocache weekend will begin on Friday, April 24, and continue through Sunday, April 26. The weekend starts Friday evening at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park with registration from 5:30 p.m. through 8 p.m. CDT. The staff will also go over event rules.

Caching will commence promptly at 8 a.m. both Saturday and Sunday morning at Lake Cumberland and will end at noon Sunday. Participants will meet briefly each morning to disseminate coordinates and your cache packet. You may be able to download the coordinates to your GPS if you have a USB cord with you. Otherwise, you can manually download coordinates.

The registration fee for the weekend is $30 per couple (any two people) and $20 per individual; children 12 and under are $10. Preregistration is not required, but would be greatly appreciated.   A limited number of lodge rooms are available at a special rate for the weekend. Call 1-800-325-1709.

Click HERE to print out a registration form. Please make checks payable to Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park near Jamestown has a lodge, cottages, Rowena Landing Restaurant, disc golf course, indoor pool and hot tub, gift shop, fishing, picnic areas and hiking trails. Lake Cumberland State Resort is 45 miles west of Somerset. Take the Cumberland Parkway to US 127 and go south through Jamestown to reach the park.

Spring is a great time to begin the Kentucky State Parks Geotour, which is available at all 49 Kentucky State Parks. Passports are available at each park for the geotour. More information about the geotour and the permitting process is available at www.parks.ky.gov/geocaching

Geocaching at Lake Cumberland

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Lake Cumberland: An Ideal Summer Vacation Spot

May 23, 2013 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Lake Cumberland Houseboat Capital of the World

One of the most beautiful areas in all of Kentucky is the Lake Cumberland area. Lake Cumberland State Resort Park (one of our favorite parks) couldn’t ask for a lovelier setting. Lake Cumberland is known for its beauty and for great fishing, but it’s best known as the houseboat capital of the world – a title it’s proud of, for good reason.

With summer upon us, it’s time to start planning your summer vacation as well as mini-vacations and weekend getaways.  Or, like us, maybe you simply love to squeeze as much fun, sight-seeing, and picture-taking into one day as humanly possible.  However you prefer to roll, know this: You won’t find a better place to roll it out than Lake Cumberland and Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.

More boaters, anglers and vacationers are expected to head to Lake Cumberland this summer than ever as the lake’s water level rises about 20 feet following repairs to the dam.

“Lodging operators are anticipating a strong summer season,” said Carolyn Mounce, executive director of the Somerset-Pulaski County Convention and Visitors Bureau. ‘I bet my hat that we’ll be over 4 million visitors this year.”

Now, is that genuinely Kentucky or what? She went and bet her hat!

That figure would approach the record number of visitors reported in 2006, before Lake Cumberland was lowered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during repairs.

An abundance of lakes and streams across Kentucky makes our state a summer vacation playground.  The Bluegrass State boasts more miles of navigable water than any state other than Alaska.

Visitors who venture to Lake Cumberland for houseboating, skiing, fishing and relaxing can expect lots of fun this summer. The lake’s half-dozen marinas that rent houseboats, ski boats, water scooters and other water recreation equipment are ready to meet the anticipated increase in demand.

Houseboating is one of Lake Cumberland’s biggest claims to fame, with the lake’s many tranquil coves and inlets providing great places to anchor and enjoy the lazy days of summer. The operator of Lake Cumberland’s largest marina said bookings for the luxurious rental craft are up.

“We have 60 houseboats for rent,” said Bill Jasper, president of State Dock in Jamestown. “The lake’s coming back. We should have a great year.”

Meanwhile, fish should also be biting at the lake known as among the best for anglers in the eastern United States. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is adding 1 million walleye and striped bass to Lake Cumberland’s stock this year to give fishing a boost. Rising water atop the lake’s overgrown banks is expected to spur fish population growth. Spawns of crappie and trout should also be strong.

Mounce said boat and vacation shows she’s been attending are abuzz with talk about the resurgent Lake Cumberland. She advises travelers to make motel and other reservations at the lake as early as possible.

Lake Cumberland, Kentucky’s deepest and third largest lake in surface area, was lowered 40 feet by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2007 to ease pressure on Wolf Creek Dam and allow repairs. This summer’s level will reach approximately 700 feet above sea level. The normal level of about 720 feet will be achieved by spring 2014, creating a surface area of more than 50,000 acres, according to the Corps.

For more information about Lake Cumberland vacation opportunities, visit www.lakecumberlandtourism.com.

Also See: More pictures of Lake Cumberland State Resort Park!

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State Park Auctions Planned at Lake Cumberland and Lake Barkley

June 14, 2012 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

I’m not going to lie. I love to shop. I love shopping almost as much as I love coffee – and if you’ve ever been close enough to smell me, you’ll understand how huge that is. Do the words perpetual coffee breath mean anything to you?

Anyway, shopping is one of my life sources. I’ve never been to an auction – much to my husband’s delight – but how crazy fun it’d be! People competing with you for something you want to buy? Whooo!

In all honesty, I hear tell that you can snag some huge, huge, huge bargains at auctions.Ã?  If you’re in the area of Lake Cumberland State Resort Park on June 29, 2012 or Lake Barkley State Resort Park on July 13, you can get in on the crazy fun, yourself. You can bid on items like tractors, golf carts, sofas, dining room sets, paddle boats, mowers, bedroom suites, lamps, commercial kitchen equipment, dishes and more.

Paddle boats catches my eye – but “dishes” makes me dance in my seat. I collect dishes and KNOW that the dishes at Kentucky State Parks are gorgeous.

No doubt a lot of people will be interested in the golf carts, kitchen equipment, tractors, and mowers. It’s a perfect time to find a perfect deal.

More about the surplus auctions:

The June 29 auction will be at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park near Jamestown, near the outdoor pool. The July 13 auction will be at Lake Barkley State Resort Park near Cadiz, across the road from the pro shop.

The auctions will start at 9 a.m. Central time. Items may be inspected on the day of the auction starting at 7:30 a.m.

Words from the Wise (yes, I did just refer to myself as the wise… after three cups of coffee, I’m invincible):

  • When in the Lake Cumberland area, you’ll want to eat at Dickie’s Barbecue Pit in Columbia, Kentucky. Click the link for more information.Ã?  Trust me, the food will blow your mind.
  • When you’re at the Lake Barkley auction, go no further than Lake Barkley’s beautiful Windows on the Water restaurant. It’s downstairs in the gorgeous lodge and the food is outstanding.Ã?  Order the catfish and mentally thank me with every bite.

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Picture of the Day: Cottages in the Woods at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

June 7, 2012 by Joi Sigers Leave a Comment

Lake Cumberland State Resort Park Cabins
I can’t tell you how impressed we were with the gorgeous, serene, scenic cottages at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. You can see a few of them in the picture above (and even more by clicking the link), but it’s just not the same as when you’re standing there in the comfort of the shady woods – surrounded by singing birds. You pretty much lose yourself in the beauty as you imagine sitting on the deck sipping coffee and watching the sun come up (or set if you aren’t much of an early bird).

You have to promise me that you’ll plan a trip to Lake Cumberland State Resort Park soon. Promise?

Good.

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