Backroads

Bowling Green, KY

We would like to be in the Sneak Peek into Spring part of the issue.

Bowling Green in Bloom – Caves, Cocktails, and Colorful Views

Shake off winter and welcome spring in Bowling Green, Kentucky! Adventures run underground,

hillsides burst into color, and every visit comes with warm Southern hospitality.

Kick off the vacation at nature’s year-round attraction below the surface at Lost River Cave,

hidden directly below the city streets! This guided boat tour carries you through passages once

used by Native Americans, Civil War troops, and even prohibitionists who turned the cave into a

secret nightclub. Just a short drive away, Mammoth Cave National Park, the world’s longest

cave system, stretches for more than 400 miles beneath rolling Kentucky hills. Park rangers

lead tours ranging from easy walks to crawling through tight spaces, and the 58 degree

year-round temperature makes exploring comfortable in every season.

Back above the surface, spring transforms Bowling Green into a colorful retreat. The Baker

Arboretum bursts with dogwoods, redbuds, and magnolias, while outdoor sculptures and scenic

overlooks add surprises along the walking paths. It’s a true hidden gem perfect for photography

or a quiet afternoon picnic surrounded by nature’s first signs of the season.

Toast your trip with local sips of what Kentucky may best be known for, bourbon! Balance

Distilling Company crafts bourbon, gin, and other small-batch spirits among a beautiful

countryside, while area wineries like Traveler’s Cellar and Bluegrass Vineyards offer tastings on

sunny patios with live music and food trucks.

And if you’re planning to visit in April, wrap up your getaway at the White Squirrel Arts Fest.

Downtown Bowling Green comes alive with musician performers, handcrafted Kentucky made

products, and local artisans selling everything from handmade jewelry to pottery. It’s the perfect

celebration of creativity, community, and spring in full swing.

Plan your trip at VisitBGKY.com and see why Kentucky vacations start in Bowling Green.

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