Places to stay in Smith, Kentucky

Smith is an unincorporated community in Harlan County, Kentucky. The community lies along Kentucky State Route 987 and the Martins Fork of the Cumberland River. Smith is also home to Martins Fork Lake. The lake was constructed by the US Army Corps of Engineers as part of several flood control projects along the Cumberland River. The dam was complete and functional in November 1978. Until the early 1970s the community was served by Smith Elementary School. When plans were being made for construction to Martins Fork Lake, the school was closed and students were sent to nearby Cawood Elementary. The community post office was closed in the early 1990s. The community today is served by four churches. Pace Chapel, New Riverside Baptist Church, Full-Gospel Pentecostal Church and Faith-Holiness Church. Places to eat in the region include Rax Restaurant, Panda Garden, and Ken & Pauls Family Steakhouse.

If you are travelling in the area, Smith is located close to Cave Gap Hollow, McKnight, Bradford Branch, Ely Creek and Rock Castle School.

The center of Smith ( which is at is longitude -83°15'32.162 and latitude 36°44'10.842 ) is located and 9 miles away from Harlan.

Available Smith lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Smith.

Smith Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Bed & Breakfast

Approx 4 miles away in Rose Hill:

Rt. 1, 243 Old Route 58 Downtown
Rose Hill, Virginia

Smith Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Cumberland Shadow Trail

The Cumberland Shadow Trail is a 5 mile long multi-purpose trail along the backside of the lake. The trailheads are located above the second bridge over the lake and below the dam. The trail is available for use year-round and features excellent views of the lake.
5965 Highway 987
Smith, Kentucky
Campsite / RV Parks

Martins Fork Dam & Lake

5965 Highway 987
Smith, Kentucky
Campsite / RV Parks

Stone Mountain Boat Dock

Approx 3 miles away in Cawood:

2133 Highway 3099
Cawood, Kentucky
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