Stearns, KY

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Split Bow Arch in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Stearns, Kentucky.
Split Bow Arch in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Stearns, Kentucky.
Waterfalls soothe the soul.. This hidden gem was beautiful today.. (2/19)
Small rapids on the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River neat Stearns, Kentucky.
Blue Heron, also known as Mine 18, is an abandoned coal mining town and was a part of the Stearns Coal and Lumber Company's past operation. The Blue Heron mines operated from 1937, until December, 1962, when operations were no longer profitable. During that time, hundreds of people lived and worked in this isolated community on the banks of the Big South Fork River. Their story is the the story of Blue Heron.

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Big South Fork Trail Lodge

Big South Fork Trail Lodge

2 out of 5
136 Bruce St Stearns KY
$58 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
$64 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf motel in Stearns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Split Bow ...
6.6/10 (107 reviews)
Very quite. Don't expect any amenities, but do expect to be able to relax. Very close to the scenic railroad and many trails.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Big South Fork Trail Lodge
Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg

Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg

2.5 out of 5
30 W Highway 92 Williamsburg KY
$61 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$68 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.8/10 (796 reviews)
Well let's start by saying I read some reviews and knew what I was getting myself into. Upon Entry the smell of cigarettes and the neighbor coughing up a lung told me I was in the right place. With her tv on full blast all night it was not a good nights sleep. Obviously I wasn't in town long enough ...

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg
Hampton Inn Somerset

Hampton Inn Somerset

2.5 out of 5
4141 S Highway 27 Somerset KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$125 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Somerset. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (445 reviews)
Staff was very welcoming and the room was very clean.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Hampton Inn Somerset
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6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

Monticello KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Monticello. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Firebrook Community Park and ...
6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍
1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest

1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest

Whitley City KY
Stay at this cabin in Whitley City. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Cumberland Falls and Cumberland Falls State Park are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
The place was clean and well maintained. There were baked goods and farm fresh eggs wait g for us. Thank you!

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest
Welcome to Charming Get-A-Way – Your Ultimate Escape!

Welcome to Charming Get-A-Way – Your Ultimate Escape!

Burnside KY
Stay at this cabin in Burnside. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Natural Arch Scenic Area and Panoramic Trail are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
The Charming Get-A-Way was perfect for our needs. We had a wonderful time in the area with some hiking excursions outdoors as well as cozying up together for a movie. Dianna was quick to respond and our initial issue of heat the first night was quickly resolved. We had a wonderful time in the space ...

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Enjoy an outing to Big South Fork Scenic Railway during your stay in Stearns. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Split Bow Arch

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Split Bow Arch during your travels in Stearns. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Split Bow Arch

Yamacraw Day Use Area

Explore the great outdoors at Yamacraw Day Use Area, a lovely green space in Stearns. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yamacraw Day Use Area

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Cities near Stearns

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

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