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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Quality Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was short stay met our needs "

Secluded with best views in E. KY. Can see 3 states.You won’t be disappointed!!!

10/10 Excellent

"Such a cute cabin, it was so secluded but close enough to anything we might have needed! It was such a great little trip on our way to Georgia. The views are stunning. The host is very accommodating and nice! 10/10 would recommend! Plus is very clean!!! "

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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Heavenly Hideaway - near Red River Gorge, KY

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

Secluded with amazing view from hot tub.Gated mountain top.Won’t be disappointed

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3BR/3BA large house near Red River Gorge

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