Stearns Travel Guide

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Split Bow Arch in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Stearns, Kentucky.
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.
Big South Fork Trail Lodge

Big South Fork Trail Lodge

2 out of 5
136 Bruce St Stearns KY
Stay at this golf motel in Stearns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big South Fork Scenic Railway and Split Bow Arch ...
6.6/10 (107 reviews)
Very quite. Don't expect any amenities, but do expect to be able to relax. Very close to the scenic railroad and many trails.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Big South Fork Trail Lodge
Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
56 West Highway 92 Williamsburg KY
The price is £102 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
£102
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great staff, clean room and comfortable bed.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg by IHG
Hampton Inn Williamsburg

Hampton Inn Williamsburg

2.5 out of 5
530 Highway 92 W Williamsburg KY
The price is £95 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£95
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (783 reviews)
Hotel was clean and comfortable, breakfast selections were good and tasty, location was great for us and the staff was friendly. An overall excellent stay.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Williamsburg
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.
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
The driveway in front of the house was extremely steep. We parked on the other end of the pool house.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

6 Bedroom home, heated private pool, person Hot tub, Waterfront Views, and more😍
1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest

1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest

Whitley City KY
Stay at this cabin in Whitley City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cumberland Falls and Cumberland Falls State Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
The place was clean and well maintained. There were baked goods and farm fresh eggs wait g for us. Thank you!

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

1-bedroom cabin 5 miles from Cumberland Falls and Daniel Boone National Forest
HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet

HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet

Somerset KY
Stay at this cottage in Somerset. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
Great private getaway in the country with fantastic amenities. Very helpful and attentive host. Absolutely no complaints.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD, FIREPLACE, COUNTRY TRANQUILITY 100 meg internet
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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