KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Kentucky offers a rich tapestry of beautiful scenery and natural tourism. There is no shortage of amazing places to go swimming in the Bluegrass.

On those muggy, sunny Kentucky summer days, families are searching for great ways to beat the heat and keep kids entertained. Only In Kentucky highlights some of the clearest waters in the state. Taking a day trip to some of these crystal-clear Kentucky lakes is the perfect way to catch some rays while your family plays.

Laurel River Lake

A clear water gem found within Daniel Boone National Forest is possibly "the clearest lake in Kentucky."

The lake isn't far from Corbin, and Only In Kentucky noted that visitors can camp nearby, rent a boat, or simply relax on the sandy beach and soak in the view.

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