Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area encompasses over 170,000 acres of stunning forests, wetlands, and open spaces nestled between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley in Western Kentucky and Tennessee. Designated as a premier recreation destination since 1963, it features one of the largest continuous forests in the eastern U.S. With 300 miles of shoreline, visitors can enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. Attractions like Woodlands Nature Station and Elk & Bison Prairie offer authentic experiences, while the area also serves as a model for public land management and environmental education.