<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Resort At Barren River lake]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Resort at Barren River Lake is an RV resort in development in Scottsville, Kentucky, across the road from Barren River Lake. 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Choosing How to Explore the Barren River Lake Area]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compare self-guided lake outings with guided experiences, including Mammoth Cave tours, and learn what to confirm before you go.]]></description><link>https://www.barrenriverlake.info/post/guided-or-on-your-own-choosing-how-to-explore-the-barren-river-lake-area</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6acc27bd600a7efb2159db46</guid><category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 01:09:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e258c_230a036f7ae8476399a86b010a836905~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jonathan Grant Browning</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shop Local Near Barren River Lake: Exploring Allen County Farms and Markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Allen County is home to Amish and Mennonite farms and markets that offer local produce, baked goods, and handmade items a short drive from Barren River Lake.]]></description><link>https://www.barrenriverlake.info/post/shop-local-near-barren-river-lake-exploring-allen-county-farms-and-markets</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6acc25127ea08a33d77d16b2</guid><category><![CDATA[Local Business | News]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 01:09:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e258c_a7b5edf5422f4b95928a0ae8fc78af26~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jonathan Grant Browning</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barren River Lake to Dale Hollow: Is a Two-Lake Day Trip Right for You?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dale Hollow Lake is a longer drive from the Barren River Lake area. 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