Besides the lake itself, there are many other reasons why the Lake Cumberland area is such an attractive place to call home.  Examples of nearby natural attractions are Cumberland Falls, home to the moonbow, one of only two in the world, or Big South Fork National Recreation Area, featuring whitewater rafting, miles of hiking paths and horseback trails, a steam locomotive excursion, or an authentic coal mining community.  For the historian, the Mill Springs Battlefield, a historically preserved Civil War battlefield, is considered by many a major turning point of the Civil War.  Reenactments are frequently conducted on the actual battlefield.   The golf lover will be pleased with the golfing options available, such as the new championship course on General Burnside Island.

Somerset, the largest city in the Lake Cumberland area, is a growing, diverse community.  Many medical facilities are located here, creating the medical hub for the entire region.  These facilities work in conjunction with Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.   Culturally, Somerset is very progressive.  It is home to The Center for Rural Development, where concerts, ballets, Broadway musicals, and renowned artists are all part of its itinerary.  Annually, Somerset is host to the Master Musicians Festival, featuring highly trained musicians from around the world.  Also, each year our local morning Rotary Club hosts an International Dinner, with local residents preparing authentic foods of their nationality, which represents over 20 countries, amazing for a city of this size.  The Carnegie Community Arts Center and a state of the art public library are located in downtown Somerset.  And for the young and young at heart, the Somerset Water Park is a major summertime attraction.