There are many places in LBL to take a nice, scenic cruise.  Many people everyday travel these routes for lake vistas, wildlife viewing, and quite scenery.  The best time to take a drive is in April/May, when everything is blooming and greenery is everywhere; and also October/November when the fall foliage is in full swing.

Kentucky Lake Drive
This is a short, three-mile drive located in the northern end of LBL near the canal.  Accessible via The Trace, Kentucky Lake Drive will take you to several overlooks on Kentucky Lake.  Picnic areas are also along this route, as well as hiking & biking trails.  This is a must-see for anyone driving through the Kentucky Lakes Area!

The Trace
This 45-mile long paved highway begins at the north entrance of LBL near Grand Rivers, KY, and ends at Dover, TN.  On some maps, it may be listed as Kentucky 453.  On the Trace, you can see all kinds of wildlife including deer, buffalo, elk, and more.  Be sure to stop in at the Homeplace 1850s and the Great Western Iron Furnace, located along the highway.

There are many other routes in LBL that are scenic, such as Silver Trail Road (to Hematite Lake).  The best thing to do is go by the Visitor's Center, pick up the "Legal Road & Hunting Map", and explore hundreds of miles of old roads, homesteads, and abandoned communities.  We do it all the time!

Pictured:  Kentucky Lake Drive in northern LBL
 

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