Carter Caves State Resort Park - Olive Hill

Outdoor adventure lodge set in Kentucky's cave and forest landscape

Amenities & Activities

Carter Caves State Resort Park's outdoor swimming pool is open seasonally with a shallow end and fence. Guests can use the canoeing, fishing, and water sport facilities on the lake. The park also offers a tennis court, mini golf, and horseback riding for $22 per person for 45 minutes.

Rooms & Accommodations

The lodge at Carter Caves offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and balconies with mountain views. Two-bedroom executive cabins include a fully equipped kitchen and a covered deck overlooking the woods. The property also has queen rooms with disability access, king rooms, and double rooms with two double beds.

Dining

Tierney's Cavern restaurant serves American cuisine for brunch and dinner, with a Sunday buffet priced at $19. Kids' meals are available, and the restaurant offers outdoor seating. The menu includes wine and champagne, and guests can enjoy live music during meals.

Entertainment & Tours

Guided cave tours of Cascade Cave and X Cave are available, with tickets purchased at the Welcome Center. The park also provides permits for unguided caves like Laurel Cave and Horn Hollow. Gem mining bags are sold for $15 at the Welcome Center's mining station.

Family-Friendly & Pet Policy

Carter Caves State Resort Park has a children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and board games available. The restaurant serves kids' meals, and the property is pet-friendly, allowing dogs for a fee. The resort also offers a picnic area with tables and grills for family gatherings.

• Location: 64 km from Tri-State Airport, set in Kentucky's forest
• Activities: Guided cave tours, horseback riding, mini golf, hiking trails
• Rooms: Lodge rooms with mountain-view balconies, two-bedroom cabins
• Dining: Tierney's Cavern restaurant with American cuisine and Sunday buffet
• Family: Children's playground, kids' meals, pet-friendly
• Wellness: Outdoor swimming pool, walking tours
• Business: Meeting/banquet facilities, fax/photocopying