Muhlenberg district, Kentucky, United States

Places to visit near Morehead

Morehead is a town in Muhlenberg district, Kentucky, United States, home to about 7,622 people. Within 50 km by road there are 70 places to visit — 28 churches, 24 hill stations & viewpoints, 10 lakes, dams & reservoirs and 6 forts & heritage. The must-see places are Lake Malone (33 km), Whoopee Hill (44 km) and Beshear Lake Dam (59 km).

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Morehead at a glance

Location
Muhlenberg district, Kentucky, United States
Population
about 7,622
Coordinates
37.2711° N, 87.1764° W
Places within 50 km
70 (2 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Morehead

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Morehead: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Churches near Morehead

96 churches within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Cherry Hill Church (3 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Morehead

81 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Cherry Hill (2 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Morehead

26 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Lake Malone (33 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Forts & heritage near Morehead

24 forts & heritage within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Indian Knoll (23 km). Best time: october to february.

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Museums near Morehead

17 museums within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Bill Monroe Museum (54 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Morehead

6 caves within 100 km of Morehead. The closest is Cave Spring Church (21 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Morehead

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 71 km on the road.

  1. Start in Morehead
  2. 2 km Cherry Hill · hill, Muhlenberg
  3. 1 km Cherry Hill Church · hill, Muhlenberg
  4. 15 km Buck Knob · viewpoint, Muhlenberg
  5. 20 km Lake Malone · lake, Todd
  6. 21 km Jernigan Church · church, Muhlenberg
  7. 12 km Back to Morehead

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How to reach Morehead

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Morehead by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches2896Cherry Hill Church (3 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints2481Cherry Hill (2 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs1026Lake Malone (33 km)
    Forts & heritage624Indian Knoll (23 km)
    Museums017Bill Monroe Museum (54 km)
    Caves26Cave Spring Church (21 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens06Pennyrile State Forest (59 km)
    Other attractions02Ellis Park Race Course (98 km)
    Beaches & coast01Woodbury Dam Remnants (62 km)
    Waterfalls01Falls Of Rough Historic District (94 km)

    Morehead: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Morehead?

    Cherry Hill (hill, about 2 km), Cherry Hill Church (hill, about 3 km), Jernigan Church (church, about 12 km), Lake Malone (lake, about 33 km), Buck Knob (viewpoint, about 13 km), Bards Hill (hill, about 16 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Morehead?

    70 places on Spotwander: 28 churches, 24 hill stations & viewpoints, 10 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 6 forts & heritage, 2 caves.

    Which is the nearest church to Morehead?

    Cherry Hill Church, about 3 km by road; Jernigan Church (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest viewpoint to Morehead?

    Cherry Hill, about 2 km by road; Buck Knob (13 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest lake to Morehead?

    Lake Malone, about 33 km by road; Grapevine Lake Recreational Park (34 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Morehead?

    Start in Morehead, visit Cherry Hill, then Cherry Hill Church, then Buck Knob, then Lake Malone, then Jernigan Church, and drive back — about 71 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Morehead?

    October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Morehead

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