Have you ever been driving through Kentucky and come across a view that you absolutely had to pull over to experience? Maybe you even found yourself climbing over barriers or wading through weeds to get that magical iphone shot. This exact scenario was happening a bit too much in the county of Letcher in Eastern Kentucky, so they decided to do something about it. There are now five incredible (and safe) overlooks throughout the county that showcase its natural beauty and give you just one more reason to plan a visit to this lovely area of Kentucky.

With the hope of warmer weather and outdoor adventure on the horizon, one spot you should consider visiting is Letcher County in Eastern Kentucky.
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This has always been a stunning region of Kentucky, but recently the town added five new overlooks to make their sweeping views of Pine Mountain much more accessible. These views are sure to quickly become some of the most popular in the state.
Each of the five overlooks is dedicated to an organization or a person that is important to this area. Many of the structures were built where historic buildings once stood.
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Falcon Overlook, for example, stands where the old Falcon Inn once welcomed guests. You can see the original fireplace from the Inn in the photo above, taken during the process of building the overlook. As of November, all of these spots are open and ready for the public to come and enjoy the magnificent views.

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These overlooks were built as an answer to the issue of people trying to find a way to enjoy the views, even when there was no clear path to do so.
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That problem is surely solved now, as you can step onto the brand new decking and look out over our beautiful state. When you make a trip to experience these views, you'll find that Letcher County has a lot to offer. There are a variety of guided tours and other outdoor adventures, cabins, campgrounds, local restaurants, and antiques. Plenty to warrant a weekend trip to this eastern county in Kentucky.
On their website, the county describes themselves as "The diamond among Eastern Kentucky's coal fields." What a perfect description of this jewel of an area.
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Since these overlooks are brand new, chances are you haven't had the chance to experience them yet. So add the overlooks of Pine Mountain to your bucket list and prepare yourself for some of the best views in the state.

There are sure to be countless memories made while looking out from these spectacular overlooks in Letcher County. Have you spent time in this area of Kentucky? Share your experience with us in the comments!

To locate the new overlooks of Pine Mountain, you’ll travel from Whitesburg and take HWY 119 South toward Cumberland / Harlan, Kentucky. The overlooks are just past the 4-mile marker on the right. And for more information on all of the exciting adventures awaiting in Letcher County, visit their website here.

And for more mountainous areas of Kentucky, check out our previous article here.

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