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The region around Buckhorn is home to attractions such as Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park and Hazard Village Shopping Center.

Long before Buckhorn Lake was created and the state park established in 1964, a small community flourished for many generations here, along the middle fork of the Kentucky River. 
Early records refer to this area as the Bowling District, founded by Reverend Jesse Boling, his wife Mary Pennington, Reverend Duff and 50 other families.  They were led to this remote area under the guidance of Daniel  Boone.  By the late 1800's Bowlingtown was a thriving community of hundreds.  There was a post office, school, churches, grocery, saw mill, blacksmith and the Frontier Nursing Service.  Local officials included a sheriff, magistrate, justice of the peace, and tax commissioner.  The citizens were primarily farmers and coal miners.  They were known to be patriotic, honest, kind, and well-educated people. 
In 1960, when the construction of Buckhorn Lake began, Bowlingtown had to be abandoned and families relocated.  Family graves (873) were re-interred to Buckhorn Cemetery.  All were sad to leave their homeland of seven generations. so Where you see water was once The town called Bowlingtown in KY.
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What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Buckhorn?
Consider one of our travelers' favorite pet-friendly hotels in Buckhorn:You can check "Pet friendly" on the Hotels.com "Amenities" filter in your search to find even more pet-friendly hotels in Buckhorn.
What are some of the best hotels in Buckhorn for couples?
Stay at a top-rated Buckhorn romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, a hotel with a beach and a restaurant. Discover more hotels in Buckhorn on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are the top Buckhorn hotels with a pool?
For a little extra luxury, discover some of the best Buckhorn hotels with a pool. Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park is a great hotel with an outdoor pool and a children's pool, and a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its beach and restaurant. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Buckhorn with a pool.
What are some of the best Buckhorn hotels with free parking?
If you're exploring by car, finding a great Buckhorn hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Buckhorn?
If you're looking for hotels in central Buckhorn, check out Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park. Travelers love Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park for its location, as well as the beach, outdoor pool and children's pool this hotel offers.
What hotels do travelers like in Buckhorn?
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park is an accommodation that is popular with guests.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Buckhorn?
If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Buckhorn, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in Buckhorn be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Buckhorn are usually July and August with an average temp of 72°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 40°F. The rainiest months are July and February.
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