Bell's Tavern
I-65, exit 48 - 270-651-3161
From I-65, take exit 48 to Park City. The Tavern is located on Hwy. 255 across the railroad tracks.
Built in 1830 by William Bell, Bell's Tavern served as a stagecoach stop that brought visitors to Mammoth Cave when first open. The inn and tavern was famous in the United States and Europe for elite patrons, cuisine and a special drink of peach and honey brandy for "Joy before the journey's end." The tavern burned in 1860 and reconstruction by Bell's grandson, William F. Bell and stepfather, George M. Proctor, was halted due to the Civil War. William Bell, his son Robert Slaughter Bell, and daughter-in-law Maria Gorin Bell operated the successful Bell's Tavern. After Robert's death, Maria married prominent local farmer George Procter. In addition to running Bell's Tavern, George became the proprietor of Diamond Caverns in 1859. At the same time, his brother, Larkin Procter, managed the Mammoth Cave Hotel, and also owned the stage line that ran to Bell's Tavern, Diamond Caverns, and Mammoth Cave.

Bell's Tavern
I-65, exit 48 - 270-651-3161
From I-65, take exit 48 to Park City. The Tavern is located on Hwy. 255 across the railroad tracks.
Built in 1830 by William Bell, Bell's Tavern served as a stagecoach stop that brought visitors to Mammoth Cave when first open. The inn and tavern was famous in the United States and Europe for elite patrons, cuisine and a special drink of peach and honey brandy for "Joy before the journey's end." The tavern burned in 1860 and reconstruction by Bell's grandson, William F. Bell and stepfather, George M. Proctor, was halted due to the Civil War. William Bell, his son Robert Slaughter Bell, and daughter-in-law Maria Gorin Bell operated the successful Bell's Tavern. After Robert's death, Maria married prominent local farmer George Procter. In addition to running Bell's Tavern, George became the proprietor of Diamond Caverns in 1859. At the same time, his brother, Larkin Procter, managed the Mammoth Cave Hotel, and also owned the stage line that ran to Bell's Tavern, Diamond Caverns, and Mammoth Cave.

Mammoth Cave National Park
I-65, exit 43
270-758-2180 (Cave Tour Information)
877-444-6777 (Cave Tour Reservations)
888-448-1474 (Cancel or Change Reservations)
With over 365 known miles of cave passageways, Mammoth Cave is the world's longest cave. Besides its spectacular size, Mammoth Cave has an almost surreal beauty. Remarkable stories of human history, 350 million-year-old rocks, and its fascinating animals adapted to life in the dark, make Mammoth Cave a place you won't want to miss. Ranger-led activities are offered daily, except Christmas Day. Join rangers for trips in the cave and on the surface, ranging from 1 1/4 hours to 6 1/2 hours. Designed with all visitors in mind, you'll find activities suiting a wide variety of needs and interests including cave trips, nature walks, campfire programs and slide presentations. Most tours are designed for a mixed audience. Some are easy, others are strenuous, several are designed exclusively for children, and one is designed for people seeking a wild cave adventure off the beaten path. All tours begin and end at the Visitor Center. Children under six are admitted free.

Nolin Lake
2998 Briar Creek Road, Mammoth Cave
800-624-8687
In the scenic hills of Edmonson, Grayson and Hart counties, you'll find 5,800 acres of crystal clear water. Facilities on the lake include wave runners, ski, pontoon and fishing boat rentals. Cottages, bed and breakfasts, a state park, as well as camping and picnic sites are available near the lake. The natural habitat of the lake is perfect for game fish. In-season catches include smallmouth and largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, walleye and catfish. From I-65 travelers can reach Nolin Lake through several routes.