Discovering Western Kentucky, the Kentucky Lakes, the Land Between the Lakes, the Kentucky Dam

We find the perfect campsite to watch the eclipse, putting our roadtrip in pause at the Kentucky Lakes / Prizer Point KOA. During the next two days we explored the area, beginning with the small town of Cadiz, the Land Between the Lakes, we eat at Patti's in Grand Rivers, and explored Kuttawa, Paducah, and the Kentucky Dam, which controls the flow of water into the Mississippi River.
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[@debbiewerner7124]

Wow. Kentucky is so beautiful. ❤

[@lukeanderson8762]

Love your videos, Traveling Robert! I live just a few miles from KY Lake and Lake Barkley. It’s a beautiful area, and we sure appreciate you taking the time to introduce us to your fans on your channel. We hope you come back through here soon!

[@jsmith294]

Robert, I just discovered your channel. It is without a doubt the best of its genre on KZbin! The narration, the videography, the music: you are so talented! 36k subscribers is nothing to sneeze at, but you deserve many more!

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you so much

[@davidking3311]

I used to carve gravestones for a living way back when and love to check out old cemetary's when I travel .

[@TravelingRobert]

Oh, you're in for a treat when I upload my Charleston video in about 2 weeks

[@suzannederome7887]

Robert, I enjoy your Video's. I never realized Kentucky was full of lakes. It looks so, beautiful near the lakes. ~

[@lukeanderson8762]

Tons of lakes in KY, but Kentucky lake is 186 miles long with over 2,000 miles of shoreline. It was, at one time, the largest man made lake in the United States. It is connected to Lake Barkley by a short man made canal, which is another huge lake. In between the two lakes is a US national recreation area known as Land Between the Lakes, which consists of 176,000 acres of uninhabited, undeveloped public land. Come see us!!

[@IWrshpU]

The pigs are here because our fall festival is the "Ham Festival." We have a local farmer that has award winning country hams, so just a way to promote it. Nice video, pretty neat to see what others think about our little town.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thanks, good to know about the pigs. Maybe next time I'll time my visit during the fall.

[@bigloaded8324]

The lake and surrounding areas a very beautiful. That lake is huge. One of my favorite drone videos by Robert. The visual is stunning. I have to make plans to visit that area. Thanks Robert.

[@TravelingRobert]

Yes, it was a great discovery for me

[@ViktoriousDead]

It’s not actually a Lake it’s just a flooded portion of the river

[@summersonwheels5181]

Another amazing video from Robert. Sometime I find my self watching them over and over.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thanks! We loved western Kentucky

[@dramaqueen3306]

Watching your videos is so relaxing and they fill me with happiness. I think I have a Traveling Robert video addiction, which is really not a bad addiction to have. I like it that on these older videos you show the names of your songs

[@GreatLakesGirl247]

I could listen to you narrarate all day long. It's relaxing. I'm moving to Western KY in 3 Weeks. Patti's is my favorite btw.

[@michelemcdanieltravels]

I second nearly every comment listed here. I have enjoyed pulling up some of these older episodes while on a summer break. It was an eye-opener to see the eclipse in this one, good job on that.. really cool. I think I did see an episode that featured the eclipse before, but now I see there is a whole series on that trip! Always appreciate being introduced to small towns, beaches, restaurants etc. all with your particular take on things. Never gets old. 2024 should be another fun eclipse adventure down south or even Mexico. If you get a chance this summer, at least for your own enjoyment, I hope you might catch the Perseid meteor showers on a time lapse, those tiny fragments of space dust can leave seconds long streaks in the night sky, and produce upwards of 60 Perseids per hour. I’ve seen more than that in years past. The peak is just around the corner. This was another fun vlog to start the day with. Looking forward to the current season bringing fresh content well into the fall… That’s a good thing! Out of all the years you’ve documented so far, 2023 will certainly be at the top. ♾️Thank you for all the hard work.♾️

[@markfinley8921]

Very well done, Robert. I'm glad you enjoyed your visit to the Land Between the Lakes. Of course viewing the eclipse was the reason that brought you to this area and like you, I thought the eclipse was spectacular.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you Mark

[@grandmapatty1493]

This was the best video I have ever viewed on you tube!!! The views and the music blended perfectly. It was a nice touch including the church bells. Walking through antique shops are a favorite pastime of mine. The downtown bar brought back many memories. When I was a child my dad, aunts, and uncles took me with them frequently. Thanks Robert!!!

[@TravelingRobert]

+Grandma Patty So glad you liked it.

[@jannoabz]

Sir, I must say that despite the eclipse, your music was really spreading sunshine while watching this big celestial event that you chronicled.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you!

[@uk135]

As a resident of the area, I love this. ❤

[@jeffmoore9959]

I live in the western part of Kentucky I also saw the Eclipse back 2017 but I is great to see it again by watching your videos thank you sharing with any one who wants to see what u have shown again thank you

[@Cloudburst2000]

Nice video! I grew up by Kentucky Lake. Nice to see some images of home :)

[@TravelingRobert]

Beautiful area

[@rogerchouinard3180]

Beautiful Kentucky! Amazing scenery! Thank you for sharing this video Robert!

[@SocratesWS]

Hi Robert,thanks a lot for yet another marvellous video which I fully enjoyed watching just now.You are truly a guy of great talent.Greetings from William in Bruges,Belgium

[@markdrennen6888]

Robert, you were right in my neck of the woods. I live in Louisville, Ky.....but not for long, I am planning on making a move to Florida soon, waiting on a windfall, then I am outta here.

[@jmn5600]

Glad you made it to Patti’s. We always plan a stop there when we are in that area. They have rebuilt after a fire a few years back. Also have really good pies for dessert. It is a beautiful area there.

[@uk135]

The boat sinker ftw

[@MrDeliriaframe]

Was hoping Dogman would make a cameo appearance. Great video. Thanks for your awesome work!

[@stephenchildofthelivinggod1006]

Guess what I'm watching traveling Roberts and it's almost 12:00 in the morning LOL :-) and a big shout out from Hermiston Oregon

[@jerryhack5192]

Robert, you do my home state such beautiful justice!

[@TravelingRobert]

+Jerry Hack I love your home state.

[@jimmyg.495]

Great videos, (as always) they are a sure pleasure to watch and you are a great narrator. Thanks Jimmy

[@lelandpeck4585]

as usual -a spectacular video and especially the total eclipse.

[@romevicki1]

Another great trip.....I enjoyed it very much....thank you.

[@jonneyjonn9449]

A am from western Kentucky. I worked at Patty's and the park there in the LBL. Some of my family lives in Cadiz. There in Hopkinsville is Ebonite International. It is home the the biggest bowling ball and bowling ball accessories in the world. I am glad you enjoyed my Kentucky home

[@DizTraveler]

Ah the famous "goooooood morning" at 17:10 -- must say you did see a lot! Bills and Patti's reminds me of "See Rock City" video you did. The Buffalo looking at you while eating, LOL, a classic look on your face! Gross at your paddle boat adventure, I too am not too keen on bugs, dead ones or live ones....ok..next!

[@abhijitubale]

Robert you should some videos for the Fall Season and may be cover Western North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway & the Mountains there..should be appropriate for the season in progress.. Requesting you this.

[@TravelingRobert]

Read my mind. Will be traveling to that area soon.

[@abhijitubale]

Awesome then...Am from that area but away from work for few months. It would be great to "virtually" visit home away from home through your insights...Looking forward to it my friend. And many thanks for the quick reply and thinking alike. Good Luck & Safe Travels!!!

[@HookLineSinker4343]

How wonderful to have you up here with us!! Beautiful video Robert. Love the new music. Drone footage is stunning. Love u guys! :)

[@TravelingRobert]

+Hook Line & Sinker Thanks again. I want to visit again some time. Maybe rent a boat.

[@khunopie9159]

Another top-shelf presentation Robbo! Buy yourself an IPA from me!

[@TravelingRobert]

Thanks! Will do :-)

[@Amandahugginkizz]

Thanks for all the Info and pics! We are actually moving to murray from idaho sight unseen we have never been to that area lol. Impulse decision but I'm excited

[@almamorales4158]

Beautiful Western KY.

[@hs0zcw]

I grew up not far away on a farm , best place for a growing young boy my age. Oh oh

[@jeneka0989]

Great, I can’t wait to visit. I’m coming from Chicago. Thanks for the video, Robert. That restaurant looked great !

[@dirtwhisperer658]

Very nice video. I plan to live this life in a few years when I retire. My wife and I plan to buy an RV and travel the USA. This looks like an absolutely beautiful peaceful place. I subscribed. Great job.

[@michaelmcneilly1351]

I was there at the same time! At Hillman Ferry Campground. LBL is amazing.

[@laurakaup300]

Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@bertadelaudebri7179]

So nice, your video and narration are much appreciated!

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you!

[@loufuddrucker391]

Great cinematography

[@mfhairstream6812]

Excellent video. Solar eclipse was very cool.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you!

[@delphiniapickett2934]

I always want to visit land between lakes on a RV not car visit. Someday glad I can see it here for now.

[@johnrenterprises2604]

Thanks Robert!

[@rvingmontanezway103]

Very Nice place to go in late Spring time very nice very video ROBERT

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you Willie. How the family in PR?

[@rvingmontanezway103]

Traveling Robert Hello my friend Thanks for asking I still haven't been able to contact any of them only threw Facebook we found out that 3 of my family members already lost their homes and everything The had and they are running out of food in the next week ..this is very crazy it is really bad down there as you see on the news thank you Robert for your concern I really appreciated

[@jms60]

Robert ashame of drinking and driving friend be safe friend remember does take much someone hit

[@kennethrohr7765]

Fantastic video Robert!

[@TravelingRobert]

+kenneth rohr Thank you

[@lizchilders4154]

Very nice video. We just got back from Mammoth Cave National Park. We did not have a chance to go into Paducah although, since I am a quilter, I wanted to go!

[@1970boobear]

Awesome video as always! Guess what, we are at the Blue Dog on Matlachla right now, thanks for the tip. Wish u were here!! 😎

[@TravelingRobert]

+1970boobear Awesome. Enjoy.

[@lynellephillips3889]

My gosh! We have traveled in the same areas! Three years ago I camped at one of the bigger campgrounds at Land Between the Lakes, a few miles from the west entrance. There is a guide map you can buy for the self-guided cemetery tour. And yeah, I accidentally got my 35 footer down one of those dirt roads. I made it down to the end, turned around, and made it back in one piece, though. I really want to go back to the area someday, it's beautiful country. Except for the mosquitos.... LOL

[@TravelingRobert]

We liked it a lot too. Maybe we'll be back in a couple of years to explore more

[@Chris-sx3he]

Well done

[@tjtampa214]

Nice area. ♥️

[@coontent-tv]

Again nice video :) that's why nobody dislikes your videos

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you... I have a few but not too many

[@coontent-tv]

yeah but not on this video :)

[@Amandahugginkizz]

I have been to patties when I lived in clarksville I heard it burned down recently but they Re rebuilding. I love the bread

[@ViktoriousDead]

It’s still great!

[@patricescattolin43]

Good job on the eclipse. I was in Oregon and we had nicer weather. But oregon was right about the traffic. After the eclipse, the main street in the town of 6000 was blocked till sunset. You got lucky, probably on the account of forecast of clouds. I had friends who moved west 600km the night before to avoid clouds so that could explain why turn out was under expectations where you were. Best of luck in 2024. Looks like Texas will be your best bet with 90% clear average weather.

[@TravelingRobert]

Can't wait.

[@patricescattolin43]

@@TravelingRobert To give you an idea of where you can get the better odds of clear skies on the elipse path, look at these statistics of cloud covers month per month (scroll to the middle of the page) eclipsophile.com/global-cloud-cover/ and compare them to the elipse path: www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/map/2024-april-8 . Being mobile is of great help, especially if you can move the day before when the forecast is accurate enough to be reliable and the roads still clear from traffic. From memory Texas had the best odds clear weather that day. The north-east the worst (at around 50%) For the record, the east part of Oregon where I was, was prepared for eclipse with porta-potties, t-shirts and extortionous rates for hotels or camp sites. I would expect the same in Texas.

[@patricescattolin43]

So you might want to do a reconaissance trip a year or 2 in advance to find the spots where you want to setup. Keep in mind that weather (clouds) can be 500km to 1000km wide so if you want to have multiple alternatives, that's how far appart you need to think about them. The primary secret of successfull eclipse chasing is mobility, to move away from the clouds when you have a good idea of where they will be that day. That explains why eclipse cruises are usually successfull. Because it's easy to move a boat 300km the night before the event when you know where the cloud will be when you are in the middle of an uncluttered ocean. That can be harder to do on the road, but being prepared will help. Good luck.

[@lovlov5395]

Super.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you

[@lindanerney9896]

Amazing video.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you

[@ernestwalden3894]

Don't forget all the spooky stories that go with the LBL. I live 15 minutes from the LBL and I know for a fact that there are some truth to some of these stories. The creepiest one is about the beast of LBL. Check it out on YT

[@italymaryseason3562]

Fantastic! 👌

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you!

[@kennethbruner2375]

Just finished watching this video, just to let you know, the kitchen at Pattis caught on fire a couple of weeks ago. Was heavy damage to kitchen, but saved the building and they are planning on reopening as soon as they can. We are heading down there from Louisville in a few weeks with our new Grand Design Reflection. Love the music and your videos.

[@tru3b0y]

Actually, the woodland nature reserve is pretty cool. They have animals from around the area and will even bring some up close for you to see. They even show the red wolves and how they are trying to teach people the difference between those and coyotes so they can make a comeback from extinction. So it was not lame really. Unless you don't like animals and don't care about saving them.

[@Tonna-e6x]

I lived in Cadiz ky for 11 years. Ham festival is a good time to go. Thats why they're all pig statues down town. I got married in the church you showed downtown. Cadiz Christian Church.

[@twdenman1]

How was the food at Patti's? I don't think you said. Lot's of campgrounds there. If you had a choice, which one would you go back to? Loved your new music. Trumpet(s). (I noticed one of them had a Harmon mute sound. Very nice. We've lived in Kentucky since 1969, and have never been to Land Between the Lakes. Might just go , now. Ted

[@TravelingRobert]

Yes, too many campgrounds. It will be hard to choose next time. Patti's was very good by the way. The trumpet player is my friend Chuchi, he's great.

[@lauraliekarels4059]

say again, I love your voice (and your vids) lol

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you!

[@MardanBrettas]

great video

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you

[@alejandroaharts.9808]

When you come to Atlanta you should visit Rhodes Hall which is a historic house in the middle of midtown Atlanta

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you, I will, I'm going there soon

[@ViktoriousDead]

For all those wandering at the size of this lake, it’s not technically a lake it’s more of a flooded river

[@helenabrus191]

If you are interested in another flood wall, head to Portsmouth, Ohio on the Ohio River.

[@StewartHines]

Is it bad that i'm following along on Google Maps?

[@TravelingRobert]

+Stewart Hines I do the same thing ☺

[@hs0zcw]

Swing around and stay overnight and John Jay Audubon State Park in Henderson KY. On the Ohio but never in it

[@hs0zcw]

Stay for the world class bluegrass festival authentic bluegrass music

[@mannystovall8225]

Have you heard of the Beast of The Land Between The Lakes Robert?

[@TravelingRobert]

Nope

[@hs0zcw]

Drive on up to Owensboro KY and pig out at their barbecue Moonlight Barqecue ---- the best you can eat in this lifetime. Are you sure OK a couple of slices of mutton. Also if this is Key Lime Pie day. Save room for a couple of slices. Tell Moonlight I wear their button pen so send me one whole pie and some mutton too.

[@millasv]

Hi Robert, which drone are you using? Great arial views!!!

[@TravelingRobert]

+Afshin Toussi DJI Mavic Pro

[@pauljohnson3573]

Will you put the eclipse song on iTunes ? Great video.

[@TravelingRobert]

+Paul Johnson Yes I will. I'm going to make a new album soon with all the new tunes.

[@pauljohnson3573]

Traveling Robert I can't wait. you really do know how to put a tune together.

[@TravelingRobert]

Just came up with a great idea. I'm going to make all my new music available to patrons for free. It will be a lot faster and less costly than putting it on iTunes

[@pauljohnson3573]

Traveling Robert I'm more than happy with that 😊 Have you thought of giving new patrons a name check in the credits ?

[@loufuddrucker391]

I repost your videos to facebook amazon, facebook travel channel, destination america.

[@TravelingRobert]

That's great, thank you!

[@dmitri1222]

if i ever do vlog i will use a Spanish accent

[@TravelingRobert]

:-)

[@erikasmith5793]

You must be very talented especially if you do not speak a 2nd language. Good luck!

[@ghopkins7928]

LBL......do research before you wander around here. Famous for cryptids. FYI

[@TravelingRobert]

😱

[@kiefercourt271]

😂😂

[@ggstorm8101]

Yes!