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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Dawson_Springs,_KentuckyDawson Springs, Kentucky - Wikipedia

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   Dawson Springs is a home rule-class city [4] in Hopkins and Caldwell counties in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,452. [5]

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3. www.mapsof.net › dawson-springsDawson Springs, KY - Geographic Facts & Maps - MapSof.net

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   Dawson Springs is a city located in the county of Hopkins in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,764 and a population density of 272 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,629 inhabitants.

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   • Population : 2,629 (2020)

   • County : Hopkins County
   • State : Kentucky (United States)

4. www.exploredawsonsprings.comDawson Springs - West Hopkins Industries

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   Dawson Springs proudly embraces a storied history, nestled in the heart of the Pennyrile Region, serving as the gateway to Kentucky's enchanting Western Water Land Region. Our hometown exudes an irresistible charm that captivates both residents and those seeking a place to call home.

5. www.onlyinyourstate.com › trip-ideas › kentuckyKentucky’s Most Naturally Beautiful Town Will Enchant You In ...

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   Aug 16, 2017 · Dawson Springs was actually the first official Trail Town in Kentucky, so there are endless opportunities to get out and see the surrounding area firsthand. Adjacent to Dawson Springs, you'll find one of the largest forests in Kentucky - Pennyrile. Flickr/Jeff Slinker.

6. www.dawsonspringsky.com › historyHistory — Dawson Springs, KY

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   Dawson Springs Early History. The earliest known documented reference to the location where Dawson Springs now stands is in a catalog of Indian sites and monuments, prepared in 1824 by Professor C.S. Rafunesque of Transylvania University.

7. www.onlyinyourstate.com › experiences › kentuckyThousands Of People Used To Flock To This Tiny Kentucky Town ...

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   Jan 31, 2023 · Dawson Springs is home to a population of 2,400 and is, from all appearances, a typical and charming small town in Kentucky. This little town in Western Kentucky is known by outdoor enthusiasts as the home of Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, one of the best places for water recreation in the state.

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   Where is Dawson Springs Kentucky?

   • Dawson Springs is a home rule-class city in Hopkins and Caldwell counties in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 2,452. Originally known as Tradewater Bend, the city was incorporated in 1832 under the name Dawson City by two Menser brothers.

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   Why is Dawson Springs Kentucky still a tourist destination?

   • Dawson Springs is still a regional tourist destination because of the Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, which began construction where a local river was dammed and a lake formed in the 1930s. The town was named Kentucky's first Trail Town due to hiking and horse riding trails in the area.

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   When was Dawson Springs incorporated?

   • Originally known as Tradewater Bend, the city was incorporated in 1832 under the name Dawson City by two Menser brothers. From the late 1800s to the 1930s, Dawson Springs was well known as a spa and resort town.

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   Why was Dawson Springs named Kentucky's first Trail Town?

   • The town was named Kentucky's first Trail Town due to hiking and horse riding trails in the area. In the late evening of December 10, 2021, a large swath of the city was destroyed by an EF4 tornado, and a tornado emergency was issued for Dawson Springs and the surrounding St. Charles as the storm moved through the area.

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   How did Dawson Springs get its name?

   • The earliest known white settlers came to the area around 1808, and the earliest reference to a white settlement where Dawson Springs now stands is given in the first edition of Collin’s History of Kentucky. The village was called Chalklevel. The origin of the name is unknown.

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   What was Dawson Springs known for?

   • From the late 1800s to the 1930s, Dawson Springs was well known as a spa and resort town. Visitors largely came in spring from Chicago, Louisville and points east for the curative waters, and several major hotels and boarding houses were constructed. Tourism peaked in 1901 when over 50,000 visitors came to the town of a few thousand people.

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9. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g39323THE 5 BEST Things to Do in Dawson Springs (2024) - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Dawson Springs, Kentucky: See Tripadvisor's 192 traveler reviews and photos of Dawson Springs tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Dawson Springs. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.