20 Spots In Kentucky That Will Drop Your Frozen Jaw This Winter

Most people love to look at Kentucky’s jaw-dropping nature spots. Our state is blessed with the most magnificent places to appreciate scenic beauty imaginable from border to border. No matter what area of the Bluegrass State you wander across, you are guaranteed to see absolutely breathtaking scenes at some point from our rolling hills to our thick forests. We might have inconsistent weather and allergies, but when we gaze upon our state’s natural beauty, it makes any potential negative seem 100% obsolete. Even winter in Kentucky takes on an air of magic that will make anyone fall in love with the state.

Here are 20 spots in Kentucky that will drop your frozen jaw this winter:

1. Marshall County

This gentle slope has only a light snow, but the ice sickles framing the overhang give it a unique appearance that just signifies winter in Kentucky.

2. Corbin

The crisp water of this farm pond reflects the best features of this old barn, creating a beautiful mirror image for us to gaze at.

3. Nolin River Lake in Bee Spring

This wondrous scene makes Kentucky in winter seem quite magical, doesn't it?

4. John James Audubon State Park

The photographer for this image captioned it, "Whose woods these are, I think I know…" Robert Frost's words seem so appropriate for this lovely scene in Henderson.

5. Carter Caves

This area near Carter Caves captures the serenity of our beautiful Kentucky just perfectly.

Take a look at this video of Cater Cave State Park by @KentuckyStateParks:

6. Shanty Hollow Lake

A lovely walk in nature at Shanty Hollow Lake leads to visions such as this. This area has some of the most breathtaking scenery in unexpected places.

7. Carlisle

This vibrant sunset captures the vivid colors of the sky along with the light, snow-covered ground in this beautiful farm scene.

8. Hancock County

This is another lovely winter scene in this rural Kentucky county that looks like it belongs on a winter card. Gorgeous!

9. Hatfield

This beautiful part of Kentucky in north Pike County is a perfect country scene for a painting or a postcard.

10. Livingston County

This beautiful scene looks like it was taken out west, but it is right here in the backyard of a Kentucky resident.

11. Maceo

This gorgeous woodland sitting looks serene in the light snow-peppered surroundings. It looks like there might be an owl in the tree, but I’m not sure.

12. Monticello

This farm in Monticello has a soft, willowy cloud of fog that has blanketed the entire area.

Take a look at this aerial footage of snow in Monticello by @wcianews4108:

13 Jefferson County

This beautiful scene in Jefferson County makes one realize how lovely it is in the more rural areas.

14. Lake Barkley

This is a gorgeous sunrise, complete with a sun pillar over the lake. It not only illuminates the water itself but adds a burst of color to the entire area. Gorgeous!!!

15. Madisonville City Park

This beautiful scene was captured within the past few weeks. Despite the cold, the ducks still seem content to float on the pond, though some of their friends have taken flight.

16. Wilderness Trail from Brush/Cumberland Mountain

This beautiful snow-peppered view is from one of the most renowned trails in the area.

Take a look at this video of Cumberland Mountain covered in snow by @bigcountry425:

17. Mt. Washington

This beautiful sunrise gives the lake and the reflections on the water a surrounding halo of gold.

18. Mayfield

This was right after a big storm that took place in December. Odd how an intense storm can leave behind so much serenity in its wake. A perfect example of the beauty of the Bluegrass State.

19. Winter tree

Something about this snow and ice-covered tree is just serene as it stands proudly in Kentucky.

20. Hancock County sunrise

Water towers have never looked so beautiful in this lovely part of Hancock County. They just seem to be perfectly placed as the sun rears its glowing head over the horizon.

People tend to say a lot of things about Kentucky. However, one thing you just don’t hear is that Kentucky is not beautiful. Why? Well, because that would be a horrific lie. These winter in Kentucky pictures are of jaw-dropping spots around the state and are most assuredly proof of that. The best part is that these were ALL taken by Kentuckians, which is likely why there is so much love in each image. I’d like to say a big thank you to all the photographers and encourage you all to continue posting your beautiful images on the Only in Kentucky page comments. I know it’s a hard choice, but which of the above was your favorite scene? Let us know!

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