Top 10 Kentucky Family Resorts Overview

Your next family vacation might be closer to home than you anticipated! Kentucky is filled with resorts, perfectly suited for families of any size. And with fantastic locations on the shores of Kentucky Lake, Lake Cumberland and Lake Barkley mean outdoor recreation takes on any shape you desire. Check out our selection of the Top 10 family resorts in Kentucky!

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Prizer Point Marina and Resort - Cadiz, Kentucky

We never thought we’d find an iceberg in the middle of Kentucky’s Lake Barkley. OK – it’s not a real iceberg. This inflatable floating climbing vessel is Prizer Point Marina and Resort’s most popular activity. And that’s a pretty lofty complement, considering all the other fantastic family activities! We mean a mini golf course, swimming and splash pools, playgrounds, a magnetic wall and hiking and biking trails, just to name a few. Watch a movie at the outdoor theater, or participate in the luau or pirate theme weekends! Thankfully, Prizer Point Marina and Resort knows that you’ll need somewhere to rest after all this family fun. Cabins, cottages, forts, bungalows and more provide full kitchens, linens and the amenities of home. If you like to rough it, stay at the Kentucky Lakes KOA campground! This Kentucky family resort was designed with your family in mind.

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Eddy Creek Marina Resort - Eddyville, Kentucky

No matter what kind of fun you're looking for, Eddy Creek Marina Resort puts you at an ideal location to spend time together. Located on the northern end of Lake Barkley, you'll be just minutes from a wide variety of outdoor activities: boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, hiking, shopping, wildlife viewing, or just relaxing on the shore. More than just fun activities, Eddy Creek Marina Resort offers you comfortable accommodations. Whether you want a motel room or private cabin, you'll find it at Eddy Creek. And, if you'd prefer to bring your own home away from home, just pack up your RV and drive it to the shore of Lake Barkley.

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Big Bear Resort - Benton, Kentucky

Big Bear Resort offers a wide range of accommodations that cater to almost every need. From rental cottages, chalets, and villas to their charming campground, you're sure to find the perfect place for your family on their fifty-five wooded acres. Whether you want to explore the natural beauty of the area, go shopping, or splash down on a water slide, there's family fun all around at Big Bear Resort! With amusement parks, golf courses, horseback riding, stage shows, nature trails, and much more, there's something for almost anyone.

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Malcolm Creek Resort - Benton, Kentucky

Malcolm Creek Resort is located just off the main waters of Kentucky Lake. Whether your family is looking forward to a day of fishing, waterskiing, or relaxing on a pontoon boat, you're sure to find it on Kentucky Lake. And they're just a short drive to Land Between Lakes, offering you the opportunity to experience 170,000 acres of wildlife, history and abundant outdoor recreation activities. And, of course, you'll find cottages ready to be your family's home away from home! These spacious rental homes offer everything you need for groups of one to four.

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Green Turtle Bay Resort and Marina - Grand Rivers, Kentucky

They describe the resort as the “water-way-of-life.” We simply see it as a fantastic place for Kentucky family lodging and activities on sparkling Lake Barkley. But water really is a huge part of the lifestyle at Green Turtle Bay Resort and Marina. So bring your boat or rent one onsite to experience the area’s best waterskiing, wakeboarding and more. If you’d like a calmer day on the water, rent a pontoon – the whole family will love a relaxing, sun-drenched lake cruise. You’ll hear the spacious comfort of your luxurious condo calling your name when you dock for the night. Seventy condos ranging from one to four bedrooms line the shores of Green Turtle Bay and Lake Barkley, boasting full kitchens, fireplaces and incredible lake views – and that’s just the start! Lakeside dining, pools, a beach, playground, tennis courts – it’s all here on your Kentucky family vacation!

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Dryden Bay Campground & Cabin Rental - Eddyville, Kentucky

If you're looking for a family vacation away from the hustle and bustle of town, look no further than Dryden Bay. Their cabins each offer a wrap around deck, satellite television, kitchens and an outside gas grill perfect for family cookouts. Whether you are looking for a fishing adventure or just a little peace and quiet, you'll find it! Take a swim in the pool, cast your line for a day of fishing, and much more!

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Cliffview Resort - Campton, Kentucky

No matter what season or the size of your group, there is a lodging option for everyone at Cliffview Resort. The main Lodge offers sixteen comfortable rooms, the resort's cabins provide a comfortable and quiet setting, and Cliffview Manor offers a private vacation home with stunning views for up to 15 people. More than just a wide variety of lodging options, Cliffview offers plenty of fun for the whole family. Zip lines, canoeing, rock climbing, and much more await you nearby!

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Scenic Cabin Rentals - Rogers, Kentucky

Get away from it all with Scenic Cabin Rentals. Your beautiful log cabin is located near Red River Gorge, Kentucky and Natural Bridge State Park, Kentucky. You will be surrounded by a beautiful forested area that is the ideal place for hiking, off-road ATVing, and even horseback riding. Their cabins - each one with city water, satellite tv, paved roads, full service kitchen, modern bathrooms with showers, decks, grills, outdoor firepits & many with hot tubs, pool tables, and more - are ready and waiting to be your home away from home.

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Pinecrest Camp Lodge - Beattyville, Kentucky

Located six miles west of Beattyville, the campsites, hostel, and ten-bedroom lodge from Pinecrest Camp Lodge offer you the ideal home away from home on your Kentucky vacation. These clean, comfortable and affordable rooms offer space for the whole family! Better than that, Pinecrest is ideally located near a wide variety of outdoor activities. Whether hiking, splashing down at Happy Top Free Waterpark, or just relaxing, you're sure to find family fun.

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The Moors Resort and Marina - Gilbertsville, Kentucky

We haven’t even skimmed the surface of things to do at this fantastic Kentucky family resort. You can swim in the lake, in the sparkling pool or in the hot tub. You can play a game of mini golf on site, or head to one of the nearby golf courses for a day on the links. Lie on a raft right off the shores of the private beach, or go tubing for a thrilling day on the lake! The marina provides everything you need for a day on the water – from sunscreen and snacks to rentals and bait. Cottages and duplexes feature up to four bedrooms, so families of any size are catered to flawlessly. And TVs, DVD players, full kitchens, whirlpool tubs, private decks and more bring the comforts of home to this Kentucky family resort. Prepare a family meal, enjoy it lakeside and have fun bonding!

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