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Some of the best recreation experiences in the South are on national forests and grasslands. You can explore 11,262 miles of trails, 1,700 developed recreation sites, witness the beauty of nature, and find peaceful places to relax and reflect. The world-class recreation opportunities in the Southern Region draw about 24 million visitors each year.

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Bee Cove #421
Site Open
Hiking
The Bee Cove Trail is part of the Fontana system of trails for hiking, biking and equestrian use.  Accessed off the Fontana Loop Trail (TR157), this section is a loop trail east of the village. …

Bee Rock Boat Ramp
Site Temporarily Closed
Water Activities
Bee Rock Boat Ramp provides access to two very different paddling experiences on the Rockcastle River. The final section of the Rockcastle River begins at Bee Rock Boat Ramp and ends at Rockcastle…

Bee Rock Campground
Site Open
Other
Bee Rock Campground is located off KY 192 within the Bee Rock Recreation Area along the banks of the Rockcastle River and features 25 wooded, first-come, first-served campsites with scenic views of…

Beech Creek National Scenic Area & Botanical Area
Site Open
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives
The 7,500-acre scenic area is known for its beautiful old beech trees, other middle-aged to mature trees and vegetation. Enjoy 32.5 miles of interconnecting hiking trails through different ecosystems…

Beech Gap TR35
Site Open
Hiking
In the Standing Indian Basin area, with access to the Appalachian Trail.  The trail is moderately developed with 12-20% grade.  The length is .97 mile long.

Bell Farm Horse Camp
Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Bell Farm Horse Camp is located off Road 1363 in McCreary County and is a popular place for wagon train riders who come to "rest a spell."  In the early 1900s, this area was a logging and mining…

Belle Starr Multi-Use
Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Biking Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
The Belle Starr Mult-Use Trail is a 22.6 mile looping trail that winds over the unique and varied terrain of the Ouachita National Forest. Riders and hikers will experience a diverse forest, with…

Belle Starr North Parking/Trailhead
Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking Hiking
The North Parking/Trailhead provides access to the Belle Starr Multi-Use Trail. Trails are gravel or unsurfaced. The trail is marked with yellow rectangles. Markers are posted at intersections to…
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