11,363 acres in Bell Co.
Fire trails provide limited access to the interior of this area. The terrain is mountainous and primarily forested. Squirrel and grouse can be found here. Recreational opportunities and lodging are available at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. There are many scenic overlooks in area.
Kentucky Ridge State Forest is located 5 mi. SW of Pineville on KY 190.
Owned by Ky. Div. of Forestry. ( http://www.forestry.ky.gov )
For more information please visit the website: http://www.kdfwr.state.ky.us
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800 acres in Carter Co.
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780 acres in Bath Co.
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Olympia State Forest is reached by an unimproved road SE from Olympia Springs (between Olympia and Sudith on KY 36).
Owned by Ky. Div. of Forestry.
25,529 acres in Leslie Co. and Clay Co.
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2,640 acres in Bell Co. and Harlan Co.
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961 acres in Letcher Co. and Pike Co.
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6,672 acres in Laurel Co.
Cane Creek WMA is primarily hilly with steep terrain and mostly forested with only a few openings. Deer, turkey, grouse, and squirrel can be found here. There are no developed facilities. For camping check with owner.
The area is located within the Daniel Boone National Forest approximately 15 mi. W of London.
Owned by U.S. Forest Service.
