Attractions

To truly understand McCreary County, you must experience the sights and sounds that have captivated adventurers and pioneers for generations. Our backyard is home to a rare concentration of natural and historic wonders that you simply cannot find anywhere else in the Eastern United States.

As a certified Kentucky Trail Town, Stearns serves as your literal basecamp to these legendary coordinates. From the misty roar of the “Niagara of the South” to the echo of a historic train descending 600 feet into a sandstone gorge, these four iconic anchor destinations form the heart of our wilderness playground. Whether you have a single afternoon or an entire week to explore, your journey starts with our must-see crown jewels.