The Great Outdoors in Burkesville-Cumberland County
Burkesville-Cumberland County draws families and visitors in with its friendly folks, Downtown murals, and easy-going vibe, but it's the stunning landscape that stops you in your tracks . . . and sets you up for fun and adventure.
The year-round beauty of the rolling Appalachian hills is breathtaking. Each season shines, be it the jewel-toned fall foliage, the quiet hush of winter, the ripe green of bursting spring buds, or the lush bustle of summer. But in Burkesville, the mountains are only part of the appeal. The region’s pride of place is the mighty Cumberland River and 28,000-acre Dale Hollow Lake, one of the many “Great Lakes of the South.” Lake and river life means fishing, swimming, tubing, boating, kayaking, houseboat cruising, and water skiing. The waters of the lake are so crystal clear that even scuba diving is popular.
While you could spend an entire vacation in Burkesville, it is also a perfect “base camp” to branch out from to explore all that the surrounding area has to offer like caves, scenic railways, and waterfalls. Tennessee is just a quick trip over the border.
Community Arts

MURALS AND PUBLIC ART IN BURKESVILLE AND CUMBERLAND COUNTY, KENTUCKY
Water Recreation

Fishing

Water Sports
Trails

Burkesville is a Certified Kentucky Trail Town
Parks

Cumberland County Community Parks

Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
Wildlife Management Areas

Marrowbone State Forest and Wildlife Management Area

Mud Camp Creek Wildlife Management Area
Farming/Ranch & Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding
Golf

Dale Hollow Lake State Park Golf Course
Nearby Attractions

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Cumberland Falls

Mammoth Cave

Seventy Six Falls

Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery Visitor/Environmental Education Center
Fishing Guides

Why use a fishing guide?
Marinas

Dock Your Own Boat or Rent
Boat Ramps

It's Easy to Access the Water in Cumberland County and Beyond
Spirits and Wine Tastings

Southern Kentucky Distillery

Up the Creek Winery
Farmers Market

Burkesville Farmers Market
Events

Autumn Fest

The Cumberland County Fair and Horse Show

The Cumberland Queen Riverboat Revue

Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival

European Riders Rally

Hippi Tippi Barn Sale

Independence Day Celebration

River Festivus

The Southern Kentucky Softball Classic Tournament

The Steel Horse Stampede