Elk Capital of the East!

With over 11,000 elk, Southeast Kentucky has more elk than any state east of the Rockies and Knott County has been declared the "Elk Capital of the East."

Wildlife viewing and bird watching has become the fastest growing recreational activity in the United States. Knott County has a lot to offer ...
The 2010 ELK EXPO will be held at the Knott County Sportsplex on August 27-28, 2010. Click here for details.

Click here for details and lots of photos from 2009.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2010 - Elk Hunting Guide Book.
Click here to download the PDF.

ELK VIEWING

One of the best places to view elk is up on Elk View Drive near the ATV Training Center off of Hwy 1098.

The best time to view elk is at sunrise and at dusk especially in early Fall, Winter and Spring.

ELK TOURS

For a unique experience every Spring and Fall, Saddle Up Elk Tours offers guided trail rides through the "heart of elk country" on horseback.
Call (606) 642-3656 to set up your ride today.
Elk Tours are also offered through:
Other Wildlife Viewing Opportunities:
  • The Littcarr Wildlife Viewing Area features beaver, belted Kingfisher, wood ducks and other wetland wildlife.
  • Robinson Forest, a 10,000 acre research site offers a nature trail where one can see many migratory songbirds.
  • Click here for statistical information on wildlife and elk viewing.
  • For more information on elk restoration in Kentucky and on the annual elk hunt, click here.
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