Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky: National Recreation Area and Elk & Bison Prairie

 A little geography

The Land Between the Lakes is a strip of land that formed naturally between the Kentucky River on the west and the Cumberland River on the East. Once the dam was built, the Cumberland River side became Lake Barkley. It is incredibly beautiful here, and the development along the lake shores is carefully controlled so it remains a haven for wildlife.

Woodland Station

A person could spend a week hiking the trails through this area and visiting all the different wildlife areas. There is camping also in the NRA. Definitely something for future consideration!

Outside the Woodland Station

Just a few of the many trails








Elk and Bison Prairie

Originally this area was known for its excellent hunting which was a draw for white settlers in the 1800's. But alas, over time as more people came, the populations of elk, bison, deer, and game birds was dangerously reduced. Once the area became protected, animals were introduced and this 700 acre reserve was established.

Wild Turkeys (probably what they use to
make the famous bourbon! Ha!)
There they are! Not the least bit bothered
by all the cars and people gawking at them.


Comments

  1. Fellow RVersOctober 9, 2020 at 7:23 PM

    Well Jenny, I kept looking at your blog and it only showed your first two blogs. Then just now I figured out how to get to the other posts. Go figure. No wonder I thought I hadn't heard from you in a while. Sounds like you are having lots of adventures and seeing some beautiful country. I had to laugh about the water in the trailer. We've all been there. Just this last trip I kept telling Dana I smelled a burning smell in the kitchen area and especially when I opened the bottom kitchen cupboard. He told me it was all in my "nose" haha. Well come to find out our hot water tank would only run on propane and not electricity. When we got home he took it apart and sure enough the wires were all burned up. I guess next time he will trust my nose.

    I will keep watching your blog now that I know what to do. Prayers for continued safety, health, and fun times!! Love you!!

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