Next stop Morehead, KY

The Daniel Boone National Forest and Cave Run Lake surround Morehead, Ky and the areas around it, have attracted many sportsman and outdoor enthusiasts.

Cave Run Lake is located south of Morehead,  along Interstate 64 west of Huntington. It is an 8,270-acre manmade reservoir that was completed in 1973 in the northern-most part of the Daniel Boone National Forest.  The lake was constructed as flood protection for the Licking River valley and has become a prime muskie-fishing and recreation spot.

 
"Fishing, boating, skiing and swimming at Cave Run Lake becomes more and more popular each year," said Thomas McCluskey, Morehead Visitors Center employee.

"There are several recreation areas and campgrounds along the lake for guests to stay and play," said Monica Franklin, Cave Run Lake employee."Boat rentals have always been a favorite of Cave Run Lake regulars and guests."

Boats, including pontoon boats, houseboats, fishing boats, paddleboats and two-story boats, are available starting in April. Boats can be rented by the day, weekend, week or holiday, Franklin said.

Campgrounds along Cave Run Lake offer tourist amenities, such as RV hookups, camping, sandy beaches, group areas, boat ramps, hiking paths, biking trails, basketball courts, amphitheater shows, scenic overlooks and wildlife viewing areas, Franklin said.  Camping areas also feature bathhouses with showers and electrical hook ups.

Morehead isn't just for the adventurer. It also boasts attractive golf courses and shopping outlets.

"Nature and the surrounding views from Eagle Trace make golfing in Morehead fun and captivating," McCluskey said.  Eagle Trace Golf Course is the most popular course around and has the Appalachian Mountains and the Daniel Boone National Forest as a background. The course also features the longest tees nearby and is a par 72.

There are three golf courses in Morehead, so guests and patrons may choose different coarses for the golfers' needs, McCluskey said.

"Shopping nearby is a must," McCluskey said.  "There are a variety of arts and crafts stores, gift shops and antique malls featuring local artisans' work and souvenirs for family and friends."

Kelly Crouch can be contacted at crouch16@marshall.edu.