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Harlan County's tag line is "Where the Adventure Begins" because every where you look an adventure is waiting on you. Start planning your adventures in Harlan County with the following list of 223 things to do in Harlan County in 2023. This list has attractions, festivals, events, retail shops, Read more about 223 Things to Do in Harlan County in 2023

It’s been said before that Harlan County is a place in Kentucky where you can have quite a few experiences that boast the title “Only.” For example, you can “only” experience the highest point in Kentucky in Harlan County. You can “only” go underground on an animatronic mine tour in Harlan County. Read more about The Only Rax Restaurant in the State of Kentucky

From having the highest point in the state of Kentucky at Black Mountain to traveling beneath the earth at Portal 31, Harlan County, Kentucky has it all. If you’re looking for something to do, here is Harlan County from top to bottom. If you’re looking for adventure at the top of Harlan Read more about Harlan County from Top to Bottom

It’s difficult to choose a favorite season in Harlan County. We look forward to every season for different reasons. Here are just a few of the reasons we love a Harlan County spring! -Back in the swing of things- Harlan County is home to three beautiful golf courses and spring is the perfect Read more about Reasons We Love a Harlan County Spring

Hello, March! Here are ten great reasons to visit Downtown Harlan in March... -Get your lucky shirt!- You love MOUNTAIN MERCH for their boutique fashion but they also offer custom shirts. With Saint Patrick's Day coming up, they'll help you find the festive design that will bring you luck all Read more about Ten Great Reasons to Visit Downtown Harlan in March

Here are ten great reasons to visit Downtown Harlan in the month of February... -Bringing Sassy Back!- You all did so much Christmas shopping at Sassy TRASH LLC that they needed an entire month to recover! After a January break, their doors will reopen in February. Stop in to see old friends and Read more about 10 Great Reasons to Visit Downtown Harlan in February

We all dream of being home for the holidays and, for many, that means traveling back to the mountains of Harlan County! Whether you’re visiting over the Thanksgiving weekend or you’re a local hosting out of town guests, here’s a few ideas for spending time together during the Thanksgiving Read more about Home for the holidays

As we move closer to Halloween, Harlan County offers a variety of ways to celebrate Spooky Season ranging from family friendly experiences to blood-chilling thrills. Kingdom Come State Park Haunted Mini-Golf- Every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday of October, you can play Kingdom Come's Read more about Celebrate Spooky Season in Harlan County

Today is National Coffee Day and we want to make sure you know exactly where to go get the best cups of coffee around Harlan County!Moonbow Coffee Tipple & Sweets: This sweet shop is located right in the heart of downtown and has some incredible flavors combinations as well as seasonal hits! The Read more about National Coffee Day in Harlan County!

We believe autumn belongs to Appalachia! After enjoying these scenic drives this fall, you'll know why! Little Shepherd Trail- This 38 mile trail carries you along the ridgeline of Pine Mountain connecting 421 near Harlan to 119 near Whitesburg. With Kingdom Come State Park situated along the Read more about Eye Popping Leaf Peeping