Tall tale of Chained Rock attracts tourists to Pineville
PINEVILLE, KENTUCKY- In the early 1900s, legend has it, children worried about a large rock jutting from a mountain above this small town. So, to calm their fears, parents told the kids the rock was chained up there and was in no danger of falling.
In 1933, a local committee turned that fiction into fact, creating a tourist attraction tied to the tall tale.
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Chained Rock Pineville, Kentucky
In southeastern Kentucky's Bell County, high on the vaulted slopes of Pine Mountain a large rock outcropping looms menacingly over the small town of Pineville. For years Chained Rock had been a part of area mountain folklore. But, in the 1930's it became a genuine legend when a feat of the newly formed Chained Rock Club was reported in countless newspapers across the country. As the legend goes, the town's children had for years been told that the rock hanging ominously above town could not give way and come tumbling down on them as they slept because it had been 'chained'. In truth, however, the boulder had never been secured, but events in 1932 changed that forever when the mighty boulder was harnessed by an enormous chain. The hike down to Chained Rock is .3 miles one way and affords majestic views of the surrounding Cumberland Mountains.
Chained Rock, Pine Mountain State Resort Park in Pineville Kentucky. Kentucky State Parks
Pine Mountain State Resort Park is a park located in Bell County, Kentucky, United States. The park opened in 1924 as Kentucky's first state park. Each spring, the park hosts the annual Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival, as it has since the festival's inception in 1931. Kentucky State Parks
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Chained Rock Trail at Pine Mountain State Resort Park
#NationalTakeAHikeDay is coming up and we're inviting you to take a hike on us, Saturday, November 17, 2018! With more than 300 miles of trails and cool temperatures in the air, now is a great time to get out and explore.
Last week we stopped by Pine Mountain State Resort Park to check out the fall foliage at Chained Rock. If you know someone who may not be able to hike this 'moderate' rated trail, SHARE this video with them so they can enjoy these early morning views, too!
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Chained Rock Pineville, KY
Chained Rock is located in Pineville, KY. It's a short hike with a beautiful view and interesting history!
This trail is pet-friendly.
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A trip to the Chained Rocks in Pineville, Kentucky
Chain Rock Trail to Chained Rock, above Pineville, Kentucky
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Chained Rock was officially fastened to the adjacent cliff in the summer of 1933; allegedly to protect the city of Pineville from calamity should the ominous boulder perched precariously above town become loosened. There is an excellent panoramic view of Pineville, present day Highway 25E (formerly the Wilderness Road) and the surrounding mountain terrain. On clear days, the prominent ridge of Cumberland Mountain is visible 12 miles to the south.
Length: 0.35 mi
Difficulty: Moderate
The Chained Rock In Pineville Kentucky 2019
PICTURES OF THE CHAINED ROCK IN PINEVILLE KENTUCKY NATIONAL PARK
Chained Rock, Kentucky Drone Video
Pine Mountain State Park's famous Chained Rock. Captured with a Phantom 4 drone. Located in Prineville, Kentucky. Feel free to message me about drone video inquiries!
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Chained Rock, Kentucky Drone Video
Legendary Chained Rock in Pineville, Kentucky. Some say the chain is there to keep the rock from crashing down onto the city below; what do you think?
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Chained Rock - Pine Mountain State Resort Park - Pineville, Kentucky
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2015 USARA Nationals - Chained Rock
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Chain Rock Ride
Ride up the Pine Mountain curves to the Chain Rock overlook...
Kentucky-The Chained Rock/Pine Mt (made with Spreaker)
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The Chained Rock is in Kentucky's First State Park--Pine Mountain State Park. Kentucky has some unique history, and Kentucky Towns like Pineville have some very unique stories and markers. Come visit the Chained Rock. You won't forget the view or the experience.
Chain rock..pineville Kentucky
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The Chained Rock at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. Kentucky State Parks
The Chained Rock at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. Kentucky State Parks
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A Brief Visit to Downtown Pineville KY
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Hiking To Chained Rock in Kentucky
(May 01, 2016) Part II of our hiking adventure lead us to Chained Rock in Pine Mountain State Park. The hike started off nicely, but the return trip sucked ass. Great views of the surrounding area including Pineville that the rock is chained to protect.
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The Boy Shocked The World Of Pineville
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Kentucky's Most Beautiful Motorcycle Rides Red Bird Mission on Hwy 66 GoPro Hero 6 Black
Highway 421 in Clay County, Ky (Manchester) to Highway 66, through Red Bird to Pineville, Ky. Clay County to Leslie County, to Bell County. David Grigsby filming with the GoPro Hero 6 from his Triumph Rocket 3, behind Karen Grigsby on her Indian Chief Dark Horse. 5.13.18
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