The City of Benton, KY
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The city of Benton is located in the state of Kentucky in Marshall County and has a population of 4,350 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Benton is Paducah, approximately 21 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Benton, including Pizza Hut, Godfather's Pizza, Main Street Java, Taco Johns and Dairy Queen Brazier Benton. For a larger selection of Benton restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Benton Golf Courses, Arenas and/or Museums, including the Midtown Golf Course, Regional Special Events Center - Murray State University, Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park, Paxton Park Golf Course and Kenlake State Resort Park. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Benton please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Benton:
- Murray Calloway County Airport (CEY)
- Paducah Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)
Benton, Kentucky Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Benton
In the month of December, Benton experiences an average high temperature of 49 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 31 degrees with an average rainfall of 4.51 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Benton with daytime temperatures averaging 91 degrees in the summer, and 48 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Benton to receive an average of 4.23 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 4.12 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 107 degrees in the summer and as low as -15 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Benton should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 72 degrees, and nighttime lows of 49.
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Benton, Kentucky Attractions
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Fort Donelson National Battlefield - Dover, Fort Donelson National Battlefield preserves Fort Donelson and Fort Heiman, two sites of the American Civil War Forts Henry and Donelson Campaign, in which Union General Ulysses S. Grant and Admiral Andrew Hull Foote captured three Confederate forts, opened two rivers to the Union navy, and received national recognition for their victories in February 1862, the first major Union successes of the war. The main portion of the park, in Dover, Tennessee, commemorates the Battle of Fort Donelson, one of the most influential battles in American history.
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Fort Massac - , Metropolis, Fort Massac is a colonial-era fort on the Ohio River in Massac County, Illinois.
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Frances E. Miller Memorial Golf Course - Murray, The Frances E. Miller Memorial Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Calloway County Kentucky. Built in 1982, this Murray course designed by Jack Kidwell & Michael Hurdzan is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 365 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 270-762-2238. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 2814 Pottertown Rd, Murray, KY 42071
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Futures Golf Club - , Puryear, The Futures Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Henry County Tennessee. This course is located in the city of Puryear. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 901-247-3264.
Address: 1120 Country Club Rd, Puryear, TN 38251
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Kenlake State Resort Park - Hardin, The Kenlake State Resort Park is a 9 hole public golf course in Marshall County Kentucky. is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 270-474-2211. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 542 Kenlake Rd, Hardin, KY 42048
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Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park - Gilbertsville, The Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park is an 18 hole resort golf course in Marshall County Kentucky. Built in 1952, this Gilbertsville course designed by Perry & Press Maxwell is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 182 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 270-362-8658. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: Hwy 641 S, Gilbertsville, KY 42044
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Midtown Golf Course - Paducah, The Midtown Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in McCracken County Kentucky. Built in 1996, this Paducah course designed by City Personnel is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 270-444-9124. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1125 Jackson St, Paducah, KY 42003
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Museum of the American Quilter's Society - Paducah, The National Quilt Museum, formerly the Museum of the American Quilter's Society, is located in Paducah, Kentucky. The museum houses a large collection of quilts, most of which are winning entries from the American Quilter's Society festival and quilt competition held yearly in April. The Museum also houses other exhibits of quilt collections, both historic and modern.
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Paris Landing State Park Golf Course - , Buchanan, The Paris Landing State Park Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Henry County Tennessee. This course is located in the city of Buchanan. Tee times are accepted up to 365 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 901-644-1332.
Address: Route 1, Buchanan, TN 38222
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Paxton Park Golf Course - Paducah, The Paxton Park Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in McCracken County Kentucky. Built in 1937, this Paducah course is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 5 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 270-444-9514. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 841 Berger Rd, Paducah, KY 42003
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Benton, Kentucky Hotels
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Benton, Kentucky Restaurants
This is a list of Benton Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Pizza Restaurants, Fast Foods & Carry Out and Breakfast & Brunch Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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