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What better way to spend the Fourth than in the county that fueled America through both World Wars AND an Industrial Revolution? Here are our top 10 ways to have a fun filled Fourth of July in Harlan County: Read more about 10 Ways to Spend the Fourth of July in Harlan County

Everyone needs some self care every once in a while. Luckily, Harlan County is home to countless places where you can experience the serenity of nature, while also taking some time to yourself. Here are some of our favorite spots to catch up on some fresh air: Read more about Fresh Air & Self Care

We want to allow visitors to see Harlan County through the eyes of a local. It is one thing to see Harlan through pictures and posts, but it is another thing to live in and experience Harlan on a day-to-day basis. By interviewing locals in our Local Love project, we hope to share a bit of why Harlan Read more about Local Love: Leslie Goss

Harlan is special for a multitude of reasons, and one of those is the fact that there are things unique to Harlan that you cannot do anywhere else. From the different restaurants we host to the mountains you can climb, you are sure to find something here that piques your interest that you can do Read more about Only Found in Harlan County

Harlan County is one of the most beautiful spots in the whole world, so why not show it off? If you were looking for some great places to document your trip to these deep dark hills, here are our top 10 spots! Read more about Picture Perfect Places for Photos in Harlan County

You’re invited to show the world Harlan County as you see it. Capture photos of the natural beauty, mountain adventures, wildlife, attractions, and more! This contest is open to beginners, amateurs, and professionals. Submissions should be emailed to harlancountyphotography@gmail.com. Please Read more about Harlan Tourism Photography Contest 2024

Welcome to "Off the Eaten Path," where we venture beyond the usual tourist spots to uncover the most delightful grills and eateries tucked away in Harlan County’s scenic corners. Each of these hidden gems offers a unique culinary experience, making them perfect stops for food enthusiasts exploring Read more about Off the Eaten Path: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems in the form of Local Grills 

March Madness in the mountains is unmatched! Harlan Countians go wild for the wildcats and who can blame them? With 8 championship banners hanging from the rafters of Rupp, every March, we ask ourselves "Is this year number 9?" That excitement is doubled this year as the Harlan County Black Bears Read more about March Madness Merch

Tourism in Harlan County has become one of the major drivers of our economy and on International Women’s Day, we wanted to take a second and recognize some of the incredible leadership, business owners, civic leaders, restauranteurs, and more that are currently shaping the tourism landscape in Read more about She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County

March 1, 2024 is National Unplug Day! It's a 24 hour time period where people are encouraged to disconnect from their devices and enjoy unplugged fun for the day. We've come up with some ideas for unplugged fun in Harlan County... -Read All About It- Visit Sassy Trash or Raven Rock Coffee, Read more about UNPLUG IN HARLAN COUNTY