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What to do and see in Williamsburg, Kentucky (KY): The Best Things to do
Williamsburg is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Whitley County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 5,245 at the 2010 census. The city was founded in 1818 and named after William Whitley. The Cumberland River flows through the city.
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1. Summer Shoals Retreat & Campground
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Our listing is for Summer Shoals Retreat Campground and cabin rentals. We are located on the banks of the Cumberland River on the scenic Summer Shoals. We are surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest deep in the Wild and Scenic River waterway about 11 miles upstream of Cumberland Falls State Park. Bring a canoe, bicycle or a walking stick and come exploring. Our cabins are primative sleep cabins only. They do not have electric or water. Although warm showers are available on site. The cabins sleep 4 but you need your own bedding they are 50.00 a night. Tent camping per night is 12.00 per adult, children 12 and under are free, and pets welcome. Come visit Kentucky there are about 15 waterfall hikes in the National Forest in this area. Cumberland Falls is about a 25 minute drive.
Reviewed By Harlow2019
Very peaceful and relaxing! If you’re looking for a great place to get away this is it! Great views, creeks, water falls, fishing, etc. You won’t be disappointed!
2. Cumberland Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
The Cumberland Inn Museum hosts a variety of attractive displays. Among them you will find the University of the Cumberlands archives, several stamp, coin, and arrowhead collections, along with other interesting collections. However, when you visit you must not fail to see... This magnificent display contains hundreds of specimens ranging from the petite short-tailed Shrew to the gigantic Polar Bear, procured by Henry and Mary Henkelmann on expeditions from Africa to the Artic. The animals are displayed in surroundings created to match their natural habitats. A visit to this great exhibit fosters an appreciation of the beauty of life. The Carl Williams Cross collection is one of the world's largest, consisting of over 7,000 pieces collected over a 30 year period, and represents the love and dedication of the late Rev. Robert Williams of Louisville, Kentucky. Rev. Williams focused his ministry on informing people about the origins of the cross and its significance to Christianity. The collection is dedicated to the memory of Rev. Williams' son, Rev. Carl Williams, a Cumberland College graduate.
Reviewed By rambler7
I didn't even know about the museum at Cumberland Inn until we found it by accident while attending another event at the Inn. What a terrific surprise to find the Henckelmann Life Sciences Collection - an extensive collection of taxidermy of a huge selection of animals from around the world. The displays are very realistic. Be sure to look over the entire display because you'll find "hidden" animals where you least expect them. We only had time to visit the first display on the first floor, but there is so much more to see. And, it's free! This is an incredibly generous and comprehensive collection that was donated for the education of the public and very much worth a stop as you travel on I-75. There's another part of the museum that we didn't even touch, so that will be a return visit for us.
3. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Mountains, cliffs, gorges and forests: the natural beauty of the landscape in this national park is hard to beat.
Reviewed By jmpncsu - Raleigh, United States
After a visit to Yahoo Falls, we parked at Yamacraw Bridge at Big South Fork NRRA to hike to the waterfalls on Lick Creek. Sheltowee Trace Trail follows the river about a mile to Lick Creek. Right before, the trail passes a small tributary, where Julia Lynn Falls is. At Lick Creek, turn right onto Lick Creek Trail and come to Princess Falls shortly. The water drops over a big river-wide ledge and its a good place to wade if the weather is warm. The trail continues past here for about another mile to a split. Go right on Lick Creek Falls Trail to reach the waterfall. It's much higher, but on a smaller tributary so looks best in high water.
4. Laurel River Lake
5. Kentucky Splash Water Park and Campground
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Waterpark and Campground also features 18 hole mini golf. Waterpark Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Campground open year round.
6. University of the Cumberlands
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Chartered April 1888. Founded by local citizens who owned coal mines in the area and who wanted Christian educational opportunities for the families. Affiliated with the Kentucky Baptist Convention.
7. Williamsburg Vendors Mall
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
