Local Area Attractions Near Corbin / Laurel Lake KOA Journey

We are the closest KOA to the famous Moonbow at Cumberland Falls. Additionally, we are near many other exciting destinations in southeast Kentucky and the surrounding area. Use our campground as a base camp while you discover all the area has to offer.

Setting and Amenities

Setting and Amenities

Our campground is in a wooded hilltop setting with most sites under a canopy of mature trees. At the base of the hill is Laurel Lake, a 20-mile-long lake that is one of the top fishing lakes in Kentucky. We offer camping for motor homes, travel trailers, tent campers, tents, primitive camping and, camping cabins. The cabins are rustic and constructed of real logs with sleeping for four (with one sleeping 6). At each campsite is a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. You may bring your own food and cook out on the grill or go out to eat at any of the nearby restaurants. Many of our campers like to walk down to the lake and catch their dinner for a cook out on the grill. Come spend your vacation with us and enjoy the unspoiled rugged beauty of southeast Kentucky.

Cumberland Falls

Cumberland Falls

Known as the Niagara of the South, this is the largest, most impressive waterfall east of the Rockies except for the Niagara itself. This is one of only two places in the world where you can see a moonbow (a rainbow created by the moon instead of the sun) on a regular basis.

7351 Hwy. 90

Corbin, KY 40701

606-528-4121

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Laurel River Lake

Laurel River Lake

This is one of the most beautiful lakes in the state with forested hills and steep picturesque bluffs. This 20 mile long, 350' deep lake, with 250 miles of shoreline, is known for its excellent Large Mouth Bass, Walleye and Trout fishing. It is also a great place for water skiing, jet skiing and other types of water sports.

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Ride the rails to the Blue Heron Outdoor Historical Museum of coal mining and logging in the rugged, isolated and beautiful Big South Fork River basin. The railroad and exhibits bring to life the joys and sorrows of the people who carved out a living in this remote area. For more information, see http://www.bsfsry.com .

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Your trip to this ruggedly beautiful park will take you back in time to the history of each America. For nearly 150 years the forbidding Alleghenies kept early colonists from Kentucky. In 1769 Daniel Boone made his way to Kentucky through the Cumberland Gap. Within the park is Pinnacle Overlook which features a panoramic view of three states. Nearby is Fort McCook, built by Confederate troops during the Civil War to guard this passage through the mountains. Before touring the Park you should stop at the Visitors Center to see Daniel Boone's story of carving the Wilderness Road through the forest, as told by exhibits and a slide presentation. If hiking is more to your liking, there are more than 50 miles of hiking trails in the Park, some of which are self-guided nature trails. Underneath the Park is scenic Cudjo's Caverns, a maze of wandering passages, huge stalactites and wondrous stalagmites. Used by both the Confederate and Union forces during the Civil War, this popular cavern is the source of many local legends and traditions. For more information, visit their website at http://www.nps.gov/cuga/

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Local Area Recreation Near Corbin / Laurel Lake KOA Journey

Whitewater Rafting & Canoeing

Whitewater Rafting & Canoeing

For more information, see the following website: ky-rafting.com

Daniel Boone Motocross Park

Daniel Boone Motocross Park

Enjoy Saturday night Motocross Racing, and Sunday Motocross Racing at Daniel Boone Motocross Park . Also, on non-race days you can use some of their practice tracks.

London, KY

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Four-wheeling

Four-wheeling

About 45 minutes south of our campground, at the Tenn I-75 Exit 141, and will take you to the renowned Royal Blue 4 Wheeling OHV area, which has many miles of off-road trails. Whether you like four-wheelers, dirt bikes, or rail buggies, there are trails for your riding enjoyment or to test your riding skills. Some of our campsites are large enough to accommodate off-road vehicles, and we also offer an off-road vehicle parking area. Please call for availability.

Flea Markets

Flea Markets

The above link will give you a sample of the great flea markets in and around the Corbin KOA area. Within the Corbin city limits, there is a huge flea market that is open on weekends.

Crobin, KY

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