• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer
harlan county

Harlan County

Where the adventure begins

  • Blog/News
  • Contact
  • About Us
  • Attractions
    • Off-Roading
    • Ziplining
    • Horses & Horseback Riding
    • Hiking
    • Historical and Cultural
    • Hunting
    • Golfing
    • Motorsports
    • Canoeing and Kayaking
    • Fishing in Harlan County
    • All Attractions
  • Explore
    • City of Harlan
    • Tri-Cities
    • Evarts
    • Unincorporated Communities
  • Dining
  • Home
  • Lodging
  • Events
  • Harlan Center

Unincorporated Communities

The journey may be as thrilling as the destination!

What wonderful things you’ll see on your way to where you’re going!

As you move from city to city in Harlan County, you’ll pass through unincorporated areas full of unexpected surprises! Some of these areas are former coal camps that once supported nearby mining operations. Others are roadside stops with memorable experiences. Explore the outlying areas and see all that Harlan County has to offer.

340363497 train tracks at loyall 1

Unincorporated Communities

Shops and Attractions

Roper’s market

144 W. Hwy. 72 Baxter

Find a wide selection of pantry staples, fresh foods, and seasonal decor items alongside artisan crafts.

pine mountain settlement school

36 State Hwy 510 Bledsoe

This former boarding school now hosts retreats, events, and provides culture & environmental education.

Camp Blanton

4294 Hwy. 840 Harlan

Originally a Boy Scout Camp, the historic campus hosts events and offers cabin rentals from rustic to luxurious. It also serves as the entrance to Blanton Forest.

Highsplint Lake
Highsplint lake

A small pond known for big fish. The Kentucky record largemouth bass was caught here. Anglers can fish from the bank or the fishing pier.

English Creek Stables

Hwy 119 Baxter

Enjoy riding lessons, horse education, pony rides, and special events at this mountainside farm.

Granny’s Lunchbox

113 Hwy 522 Baxter

In addition to your favorite grill items, find homecooked specials. They also provide catering services.

Henson Florist & Belinda Belle’s

5 Holiday Dr. Harlan

A full service florist alongside an upscale gift shop with home decor, apparel, and more!

IMG 0215
Harlan County Country Club

1509 Hwy 3001 Cawood

A beautiful 9 hole golf course set in the beautiful mountains of Harlan County.

Kayaking Scaled
Martins Fork Lake

5965 Hwy 987 Smith

340 acre reservoir for boating, swimming, fishing, and fun along the shore.

studio 606 dance

46 Judy Dr. Harlan

Dance classes, private lessons, competitive dance opportunities, dance boutique and more!

Hot Off The press

46 Judy Dr. Harlan

From custom apparel to boutique fashion, elevate your look at this local shop!

Loyall food mart deli & grill

201 Wilkerson St. Loyall

A full menu of grill favorites, salads, steaks, and more!

Finish Vertical Crossfit

For anyone looking to do a drop in Crossfit class on their travels, Finish Vertical Crossfit is Harlan’s only Crossfit gym.

Harlan Campground-Putney Trailhead

8331 N. US Hwy 119 Putney

Whether you select a luxury cabin, a rustic cabin, RV camping, or primitive camping, you can drive directly onto the Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area!

turners grocery

12745 E Hwy 221 Big Laurel

This rural grocery offers convenience items, hot food, and the occasional locally sourced food items.

Harlan County 2 Shadow

Loyall Indoor flea market & vendor mall

306 Carter Ave. Loyall

Find second hand treasures and one of a kind items each weekend housed in a historic school!

Harlan Yoga Studio

306 Carter Ave, Loyall

Meet new friends while also improving your physical & mental health through beginning your own yoga practice.

Harlan double kwik #2

421 Ballpark Rd. Harlan

A convenience store that includes a hot bar for breakfast and lunch, a grill, and deli offerings.

Hottest closet

2307 W. Hwy 72 Harlan

A boutique filled with trendy outfits and second hand finds.

Little Inn of Harlan

Where to Stay


Harlan County offers a variety of options to stay overnight. Whether you are looking for a traditional hotel, a luxury cabin, or bed and breakfast, Harlan’s lodging options can help make you feel at home while visiting.

More
Subscribe

Keep up!

Stay up to date on attractions, events, and all things Harlan County tourism with our newsletter.

Select list(s) to subscribe to


By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: . You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact

Footer

  • Attractions
    • Off-Roading
    • Ziplining
    • Hiking
    • Hunting
    • Canoeing and Kayaking
    • Motorsports
    • Horses & Horseback Riding
    • Golfing
  • Dining
  • Harlan Center
  • Lodging
  • Events
  • Blog/News
  • Video
  • Explore
    • City of Harlan
    • Tri-Cities
    • Evarts
    • Unincorporated Communities
  • About
  • Contact

 

harlantourism@gmail.com

harlancenter@harlanonline.net

606-573-4156

 

Follow

  • facebook
  • instagram
  • tiktok
harlan county
harlan county
made by P&P
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok