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Split Bow Arch in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Stearns, Kentucky.
Split Bow Arch in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Stearns, Kentucky.
Waterfalls soothe the soul.. This  hidden gem was beautiful today.. (2/19)
Small rapids on the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River neat Stearns, Kentucky.
Blue Heron, also known as Mine 18, is an abandoned coal mining town and was a part of the Stearns Coal and Lumber Company's past operation. The Blue Heron mines operated from 1937, until December, 1962, when operations were no longer profitable. During that time, hundreds of people lived and worked in this isolated community on the banks of the Big South Fork River. Their story is the the story of Blue Heron.
Big South Fork Trail Lodge

Big South Fork Trail Lodge

2 out of 5
136 Bruce St Stearns KY
Stay at this golf motel in Stearns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Split Bow Arch ...
6.6/10 (107 reviews)
Very quite. Don't expect any amenities, but do expect to be able to relax. Very close to the scenic railroad and many trails.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Big South Fork Trail Lodge
Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg

Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg

2.5 out of 5
30 W Highway 92 Williamsburg KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM232 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM232
per night
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.8/10 (794 reviews)
The room was not clean ,it stunk,and the room before that did not have any heat,and the tv dud not work. Not pleased at all with our stay there.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Williamsburg
Hampton Inn Somerset

Hampton Inn Somerset

2.5 out of 5
4141 S Highway 27 Somerset KY
The price is RM397 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
RM397
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Somerset. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (445 reviews)
Staff was very welcoming and the room was very clean.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Somerset
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Bellwether Hotel

The Bellwether Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1300 Bardstown Rd Louisville KY
Stay at this aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and bathrobes. Popular attractions Louisville Mega Cavern and KFC Yum Center are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
The coldest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in! We stayed in “The Olmstead” in January and maxing out the heater couldn’t quite make it a comfortable temperature in the room - I don’t think it got warmer than 65 in there. I think it’s a combo of the concrete floors and walls with high ceilings and one ...

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

The Bellwether Hotel
Hancock House

Hancock House

3 out of 5
601 East Jefferson Street Louisville KY
Stay at this aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)
The room was very clean and comfortable. Everything you need for a nice stay. Very easy instructions to access to the room. Perfect location for walking and exploring the city. This was our second time staying and will definitely come back next time we are in town. Thank you for a wonderful ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hancock House
Stellar Suites

Stellar Suites

4.5 out of 5
822 E Market St Louisville KY
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and in-room massages. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Louisville ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
Very nice room very clean and good area. Parking was a little hard couldn't find any free parking but did find close paid parking. Will definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Stellar Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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