Zilpo Road
Clear Creek Iron Furnace Picnic Site, KY

The Clear Creek Iron Furnace is one of the must-see stops along Zilpo Road. The serene wooded area is dominated by a forty-foot tall iron blast furnace. The furnace was created by hand from limestone, and in the 1800s, produced several tons of iron each day. Another point of interest to be found in the area is a 60-foot, one-of-a-kind experimental bridge made by the University of Kentucky. This lightweight bridge leads to Sheltowee Trace Trail, which in turn leads all the way to Tennessee.

A fantastic place to stretch your legs, the Iron Furnace Picnic Site provides interpretive signs regarding the history of the area and picnic tables for the hungry and road-weary. Its historical significance and natural beauty make it a worthwhile destination.