Department of Parks
3 Kentucky State Resort Parks Recognized by TripAdvisor

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Three Kentucky state resort parks have been honored by TripAdvisor with certificates of excellence for receiving top ratings from guests for 2012.

The parks – Cumberland Falls, Natural Bridge and Kentucky Dam Village – recently received the awards from TripAdvisor, which provides reviews and other information about hotels, lodges, resorts and other destinations.

“We’re honored by this recognition for these resorts and our hardworking staff,” said Parks Commissioner Elaine Walker. “We appreciate the positive comments we get from our guests and are always working to improve what we offer.”

The Kentucky State Parks system includes 17 resort parks that feature lodging and restaurants. Most resorts also have cottages, as well as recreational opportunities such as hiking trails, golf courses, boating and campgrounds. For more information and reservations, visit www.parks.ky.gov

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The Kentucky State Park System is composed of 49 state parks plus an interstate park shared with Virginia. The Department of Parks, an agency of the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, operates 17 resort parks with lodges -- more than any other state. For more information on Kentucky parks, visit our website at http://www.parks.ky.gov