- Our list of the best things to do in Morehead, Kentucky, features the top 4 nearby activities — including 4 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Morehead, KY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 4 things to do within the city of Morehead, KY
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Cave Run Lake is situated in the Daniel Boone National Forest and covers 8,270 acres. Recreation in the area includes several walking trails, picnic areas, 12 ramps for boat launching, and two campgrounds.
15.6 Miles
Visitors can witness the scenic landscape views along with ridges and valleys at Carrington Rock. The Carrington Rock trail is suitable for hiking and horseback riding and is located neat Cave Run Lake.
0.4 Miles
Kentucky Folk Art Center is a museum that features a permanent collection of almost 1,400 pieces of original art on its first floor gallery and revolving exhibits on its second floor. The gift shop also contains original work.
0.7 Miles
Morehead Cinemas 6 is a movie theater that shows movies in 3D and also offers discounts for military personnel, seniors, and children under the age of 12. The theater sells gift cards that can be used for birthdays.
28.5 Miles
Covering approximately 29,000 acres, the Red River Gorge Geological Area has camping sites and hiking trails, being popular among the rock climbers for its numerous cliffs.
29.4 Miles
With a maximum height of 1,900 feet, the Red River Gorge Zipline promises thrills to its visitors. There are 5 ziplines which can take the visitor to up to 50 mph.
30.4 Miles
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2135 Natural Bridge Road, Slade, KY 40376
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On its 2,300 acres, the Natural Bridge State Resort Park has camping sites, a mini golf course, picnic areas, and a sky lift. There are also more than 19 miles of trails which can be used for bird watching. Swimming and canoeing are two of the other popular activities.
30.7 Miles
Red River Outdoors is an outdoor adventure outfitter that offers cabin rentals as well as adventure travel services. The company leads guided rock climbing expeditions, canoe tours, and private group camping experiences.
30.8 Miles
The visitors of the Kentucky Reptile Zoo can admire one of the largest collections of venomous snakes, as well as other types of reptiles, such as the 18 foot-long reticulated python. The Turtle Tracks Area has both tortoises and aquatic turtles.
30.9 Miles
Wild Things! of Kentucky features a gift shop and nature center that houses a variety of wildlife including snakes, bees, turtles, fish, and spiders. There is also a gem mining area and a dinosaur exhibition.