Bullock Overlook Just Before Sunrise

Overview. This is likely the most popular overlook at Kingdom Come State Park thanks to a short, flat walk of only a dozen or so paces to a 180° view. I didn't like the angle for sunrise, so I headed out to a couple better spots at Creech and Lone Tree Overlooks up the road. Nearer the Summer Solstice, this would be the best easy sunrise spot in the park.

GPS Waypoints
Bullock Overlook | 36.997592, -82.987128
Kingdom Come State Park Map

Parking. Ample parking is available across from the overlook at the maintenance building.

HIKER NOTE - Sunrise. Checkout sunrise here nearer the Summer Solstice - likely best between May 20th and July 22nd.

CAUTION - Deadly Drops. Long falls from high places are the #1 non-health related cause of death for hikers in Kentucky. Keep your distance from the edges of cliffs to avoid a deadly fall. Young children should be kept close.

CAUTION - Poisonous Snakes. Copperheads and timber rattlesnakes can be found in the area. Should you encounter one, stop and slowly back away. Always give venomous snakes a wide berth. Know Before You Go => University of Kentucky Venomous Snake Guide

CAUTION - Black Bears. Ursus Americanus - a.k.a. the American black bear is growing in population throughout much of Kentucky. Know Before You Go => US Forest Service Black Bear Safety Tips

Bullock Overlook Viewing Platform - Kingdom Come State Park - Kentucky Hiker Project

Bullock Overlook Viewing Platform, Kingdom Come State Park

Views North from Bullock Overlook - Kingdom Come State Park - Kentucky Hiker Project

Views North from Bullock Overlook, Kingdom Come State Park

Views West from Bullock Overlook - Kingdom Come State Park - Kentucky Hiker Project

Views West from Bullock Overlook, Kingdom Come State Park

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