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Long before Buckhorn Lake was created and the state park established in 1964, a small community flourished for many generations here, along the middle fork of the Kentucky River.
Early records refer to this area as the Bowling District, founded by Reverend Jesse Boling, his wife Mary Pennington, Reverend Duff and 50 other families. They were led to this remote area under the guidance of Daniel Boone. By the late 1800's Bowlingtown was a thriving community of hundreds. There was a post office, school, churches, grocery, saw mill, blacksmith and the Frontier Nursing Service. Local officials included a sheriff, magistrate, justice of the peace, and tax commissioner. The citizens were primarily farmers and coal miners. They were known to be patriotic, honest, kind, and well-educated people.
In 1960, when the construction of Buckhorn Lake began, Bowlingtown had to be abandoned and families relocated. Family graves (873) were re-interred to Buckhorn Cemetery. All were sad to leave their homeland of seven generations. so Where you see water was once The town called Bowlingtown in KY.

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Long before Buckhorn Lake was created and the state park established in 1964, a small community flourished for many generations here, along the middle fork of the Kentucky River.
Early records refer to this area as the Bowling District, founded by Reverend Jesse Boling, his wife Mary Pennington, Reverend Duff and 50 other families. They were led to this remote area under the guidance of Daniel Boone. By the late 1800's Bowlingtown was a thriving community of hundreds. There was a post office, school, churches, grocery, saw mill, blacksmith and the Frontier Nursing Service. Local officials included a sheriff, magistrate, justice of the peace, and tax commissioner. The citizens were primarily farmers and coal miners. They were known to be patriotic, honest, kind, and well-educated people.
In 1960, when the construction of Buckhorn Lake began, Bowlingtown had to be abandoned and families relocated. Family graves (873) were re-interred to Buckhorn Cemetery. All were sad to leave their homeland of seven generations. so Where you see water was once The town called Bowlingtown in KY.

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Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hazard by IHG

Hazard

United States

Mary Ann

￥19,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 23 - Jan 24

On the beach, beach volleyball, kayaking, motor boating

Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park

Buckhorn

United States

Shannon

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Jetted tub

American Elite Inn

Hazard

United States

Edward

￥15,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

Property grounds

Small Town Charmer - Hazards Best Airbnb!

Hazard

United States

Sue B.

Lobby

Hampton Inn Suites Hazard

Hazard

United States

Anonymous traveler

4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ritter Lumber Yard. 4BR mobile home in Cornettsville, KY

Cornettsville

Property grounds

Big Tree Lodge- Near Leatherwood Off Road Park!

Slemp

Interior

Wayne's World - A Nature Lovers Dream!

Hazard

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Mulberry House - Near Downtown Hazard

Hazard

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Vicco Cottage Between Hazard and Whitesburg

Vicco

Interior

Ritchie Homeplace - A National Historic Site

Viper

Exterior

Red Oak Cottage

Sassafras

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Valley View Retreat Near Whitesburg KY

Whitesburg

Terrace/patio

Rising Mist Retreat Near Mine Made Adventure Park

Wayland

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Newly Listed-Private 25-Acre Escape Near Red River Gorge

Newly Listed-Private 25-Acre Escape Near Red River Gorge

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property. Beautiful cabin. "

Cozy 2BR/2BA Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard, Perfect Outdoor Space

Cozy 2BR/2BA Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard, Perfect Outdoor Space

10/10 Excellent

"This place is an absolute hidden gem! The house was spotless, beautifully decorated, and stocked with every amenity we could possibly need — we truly felt right at home from the moment we arrived. It was the perfect stay, and we’re already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend!"

Old Rustic Country store near Pine mtn. / Kingdom Come Park & Bad Branch Falls

Old Rustic Country store near Pine mtn. / Kingdom Come Park & Bad Branch Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Kim was so good to communicate . She has made all efforts to make you feel like you just belong there. We were visiting the area just for my mom and aunt to see where they grew up and it was perfect. Kim’s family has an awesome story of the store. Book it you will love it ! "

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