Hickory Flats Fire Tower Open!

We are thrilled to announce the Historic Fire Tower and Cabin (Hickory Flats Fire Tower) owned by the Route 377 Fire Dept. is now available for overnight stays! Hike in to the location and take your Morehead-Rowan County, Kentucky adventures to new heights!

This project has been a great partnership between the Rowan County Fiscal Court, Route 377 Fire Department, Morehead-Rowan County Tourism, Rowan County Detention Center, Sheltowee Trace Association, and various volunteers and supporters along the way.

This lookout tower was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps in Rowan County, Kentucky. The 35-foot-high tower was home to a 200-square-foot cab that contained a wood stove, cabinet, storage box, small table, stool, and two cots. By the mid-1970s, aircraft replaced fire lookouts, and the tower was abandoned. It was damaged in arson on December 3, 2008, and later restored to serve as an overlook. It is listed on the National Historic Lookout Register.

Book now at https://www.moreheadtourism.com/sleep/cabins