Conkling, Kentucky: Lincoln Carved by Mysterious Hobo

A chiseled rock carving of Abe Lincoln, set back in the woods, was a surprise gift from a peddler who wandered into town one summer, and then vanished.

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Obscure Lincoln Monument Carved by Mysterious Peddler

We visited this sight, but unfortunately could not find the art work. The property owned by the Combs seems to be deserted, and the small concrete bridge for vehicles is uprooted and impassable. We climbed up to the first flat open area, but no trail or open space was visible and without distinct directions or the owners of the house available, we gave up.

[Diane Plumley, 09/18/2009]

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Lincoln Carved by Mysterious Hobo

Address:: 6809 KY-846, Conkling, KY
Directions:: Drive south of town on KY-11. Turn right at the bridge onto KY-846. Drive eight-tenths of a mile (go past first road on the left, then a white house). On the left you'll see a small street sign for Abraham Lincoln Trail. Turn left. Drive across the concrete bridge and up to the top of the hill, a steep and rocky road. Park to the left, away from the house. To your left, when you pull up to the house behind the shed, walk up the large bank and you'll see a small road that leads up to the summit, steep, usually weed-choked and/or muddy. Walk 500 feet up to the top.