Kentucky Lakes / Prizer Point KOA

The Great Outdoors

RV rentals in Trigg County are your best bet for finding the RV rental that best suits your needs. Once you have it, point it towards Shawnee National Forest, a short 50-mile drive from Kentucky Lakes / Prizer Point KOA. The forest has two points where you can access it and this one, near Hopkinsville, is the closest of the two. You can enjoy hiking here and will be exposed during your venture to stands of oak-hickory forests, lush canyons, and razorback ridges. There are wetlands interspersed throughout and a varied selection of wildlife that lives within the special habitat. If scenic relaxation is more your speed, take a driving tour in your motorhome rental along the highways and smaller roads that dissect the park.The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is where you can enjoy canoeing and backpacking, observe elk and bison, coyotes and red wolves, and many other resident species that depend on the area's habitat for survival. Educational programs and live presentations are hosted in the park's planetarium, as well as training sessions on gardening and wildlife photography. The on-site wildlife station has exhibits explaining the ecology and wildlife that are found there and well-trained staff who can answer your questions.The Massac Forest Nature Preserve is a diverse ecosystem, with ridges and ravines that support upland forests containing oak, hickory, and blackberry tree stands, and a floodplain forest dominated by silver maple and pecan tree forests. Hiking and mountain biking is possible within the preserve, but there are snakes, ticks, and poison ivy, so you should exercise caution. End your excursion with a snack and a beverage in your rental RV, and you'll have the best of both worlds.

Exploring The Area

Your vacation should include some time spent in the towns and cities that populate this section of Kentucky, and Princeton is an attractive destination. Shoppers will enjoy a locally owned deli that has been around for a while and is well-known for its award-winning smoked ham. If you stop by here, you can browse for lunch meat at the meat counter, jams, prepared sandwiches and drinks, and much more. Another local store emphasizes all sorts of gifts, from clothing to plates, candles, purses, wreaths, and almost anything you can imagine (plus a few surprises you might not have thought of).Benton is a good choice if you're looking for a nice meal in an elegant restaurant, or even if you're not and would be satisfied with a simple cafe. There is a good variety of cuisines on hand for you to choose from, including venues serving local dishes such as catfish or your choice of barbecue. One of the barbecue establishments is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as weekend brunch; they can accommodate takeout requests too.Kentucky is an ideal location if you're seeking a vacation in friendly surroundings with breathtaking landscapes, history, and lots of activities, and Kentucky Lakes/ Prizer Point KOA is your invitation to come.