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8 Best and Fun Things To Do In Somerset, Kentucky


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Situated on the north side of Lake Cumberland, directly west of the Daniel Boone National Forest, Somerset is well-known for its variety of outdoor activities such as boating, hiking, fishing, and even a nearby vineyard that offers a one-of-a-kind taste of Kentucky.

The town also has its fair share of history, having been the site of a pivotal battle during the Civil War. The site is now home to a museum that details the events that occurred at the time.

The town also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including the Master Musician’s Festival that takes place every July and the Somernites Cruise – the largest vintage car show in the Bluegrass State.

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to visit, check out our comprehensive list below for even more ideas about what to do while you’re here

The 8 Most Popular Things To Do In Somerset, Kentucky

8. Somersplash

3.0 ★★★☆☆ (1 review)

Location: 1500 N US 27 Somerset KY

Web Address:   https://somersplash.com/

7. International Paranormal Museum and Research Center

4.3 ★★★★☆ (106 reviews)

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Credit: International Paranormal Museum and Research Center, Google Maps

Location: 107 N Main Street Somerset KY

Tel:  606 280 8718

Web Address:   http://internationalparanormalmuseum.com/

6. The Center For Rural Development

4.5 ★★★★★ (357 reviews)

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Credit: The Center For Rural Development, Google Maps

Location: 2292 US 27 #300 Somerset KY

Tel:  606 677 6000

Web Address:   http://centertech.com/

5. SomerSport Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (366 reviews)

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Location: 310 Pumphouse Road Somerset KY

Tel:  606 679 1860

Web Address:   https://cityofsomerset.com/parks-and-recreation/

4. Haney’s Appledale Farm

4.7 ★★★★★ (468 reviews)

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Credit: Haney’s Appledale Farm, Google Maps

Location: 8350 KY 80 Nancy KY

Tel:  606 636 6148

Web Address:   http://haneysappledalefarm.com/

3. General Burnside Island State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (527 reviews)

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Credit: General Burnside Island State Park, Google Maps

Location: 8801 US 27 Burnside KY

Tel:  606 561 4104

Web Address:   https://parks.ky.gov/burnside/parks/recreation/general-burnside-island-state-park

2. SomerSplash Waterpark

4.4 ★★★★☆ (908 reviews)

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Location: 1030 KY 2227 Somerset KY

Tel:  606 679 7946

Web Address:   https://somersplash.com/

1. Pulaski County Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (997 reviews)

Location: 1200 Streetate Hwy 3189 Nancy KY

Tel:  606 636 6450

Web Address:   https://pcparkky.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Somerset, Kentucky! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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