Hazard City Guide

Local food focuses on Southern comfort dishes. Few international or vegetarian options. Late-night food mainly limited to fast-food drive-thrus.

Nightlife is minimal with a few local bars. No clubs or large venues.

Basic coffee scene with local diners and chains like Starbucks. Few specialty coffee shops.

Standard U.S. tipping: 15-20% at restaurants, taxis, and services. A few dollars for hotel staff is usual.

SIM cards from major carriers like AT&T and Verizon are available. You'll need ID for contracts. eSIM support depends on carrier and device.

Streets are generally clean. Waste collection is regular with few sanitation issues.

Limited 24/7 services. Some gas stations and convenience stores open late; fast-food drive-thrus offer after-hours food.

Main supermarkets are Food City and Walmart Supercenter. Limited international food options. Stores usually open from early morning till about 9 or 10 PM.

Card payments are accepted in many places, but keep some cash for smaller shops or when cards aren't working.

ATMs are common at Whitaker Bank and Community Trust Bank. Using out-of-network ATMs usually costs $2-$3 per withdrawal.

Local schools teach mainly in English. No international schools.

Very small or no known digital nomad community or meetups.

Parks like Hazard Pavilion and River Park provide good green space access for walking and running.

Good running paths in parks, safe during daytime with decent air quality.

A few gyms and college fitness centers serve the community.

Tennis courts at local parks and schools, mostly first-come, first-served.

No padel courts.

Few yoga classes available, mostly at fitness centers.

Limited martial arts options; some community centers or gyms offer basic classes.

Ski resorts are a few hours away, such as Wolf Ridge Ski Resort in North Carolina. Season is winter, with varying snow quality.

Water activities like kayaking and fishing are available nearby at lakes and rivers.

No surfing available near Hazard.

No diving or snorkeling spots.

Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center is the main hospital with English-speaking staff. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens have common medicines.

Tap water meets federal and state safety standards and is safe to drink.

Several parks with playgrounds and family attractions like a museum and county park. Kid-friendly restaurants and baby supplies are available.

LGBTQ+ acceptance may be low; safe spaces and events are rare. Legal protections vary.

Pet services exist but limited dedicated parks or pet-friendly businesses.