Stearns Travel Guide

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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.
Story is Native Americans gave this arch its name because they used its height as an advantage when hunting buffalo .. It is quite awesome.. (2/19)
Big South Fork Trail Lodge Stearns

Big South Fork Trail Lodge Stearns

2 out of 5
136 Bruce St Stearns KY
The price is AU$98 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$98
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Stearns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Centennial Park are ...
6.6/10 (108 reviews)
The staff was very friendly. The room was somewhat old.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Big South Fork Trail Lodge Stearns
Americas Best Value Inn Stearns

Americas Best Value Inn Stearns

2.5 out of 5
1950 S Hwy 27 Stearns KY
The price is AU$134 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$134
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Stearns. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Centennial ...
7.2/10 Good! (75 reviews)
The bed wasn’t the most comfortable but it was clean, room clean, and well kept. Not a great breakfast Selection. Staff was very friendly and helpful!

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Americas Best Value Inn Stearns
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

3.5 out of 5
7351 Hwy. 90 Williamsburg KY
The price is AU$142 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$142
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room was very clean, everything worked. Wifi was a bit spotty, but you dont book a cabin in the woods to be on the internet. Tv worked great for before bed, and the location could not be more perfect. Highly recommend to get away from all the stress of today.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
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.
This charming  cozy cottage has a private hot tub, deck for fishing.

This charming cozy cottage has a private hot tub, deck for fishing.

monticello KY
Stay at this cottage in Monticello. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Lake Cumberland Winery and Conley Bottom Marina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
Nice hot tub. Pet-friendly.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

This charming cozy cottage has a private hot tub, deck for fishing.
4 Bedrooms, Heated Private pool, hot tub, Game room, and Water Front View!

4 Bedrooms, Heated Private pool, hot tub, Game room, and Water Front View!

Monticello KY
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Monticello. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
No heat in basement. We were told heated Pool and we got there and were told closed, this one of the reasons we booked.The deck and outside Grill were dirty and the grill was so bat if that if I owned it I would get rid of it. House temp was hard to control.

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

4 Bedrooms, Heated Private pool, hot tub, Game room, and Water Front View!
6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍

Monticello KY
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Monticello. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Firebrook Community Park and Potato ...
6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍
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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