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Kentucky Lake
Kentucky Lake is a premier sport fishing destination, offering excellent crappie, bass, and more. It also provides fantastic boating opportunities, from jet skis to pontoons, ensuring a fun time on the water.
Explore Kentucky LakeLake Barkley
Lake Barkley offers excellent fishing and boating, with connectivity by a canal with its larger neighbor, Kentucky Lake. Enjoy numerous full-service marinas, resorts, and campgrounds that ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit.
Explore Lake BarkleyLand Between the Lakes
Explore Land Between The Lakes (LBL), a sprawling natural area with wildlife and history. Outdoor enthusiasts will love its trails, while attractions like the 1850s Homeplace, Nature Station, and Planetarium offer unique experiences.
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In Honor of Our Veterans
Today, we honor those who answered the call to serve. To our veterans, thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting the freedoms we enjoy every day. From all of us here at ExploreKentuckyLake.com, we are grateful for your service.
Annual Boat Slips
An annual slip at Kenlake Marina gives you a convenient Kentucky Lake home base and makes it easier to spend more of the season doing what you actually came for - boating. Ask our team about 2027 annual slip availability.
This Week in Cadiz
Looking for something to do in Cadiz-Trigg County this week? Here's what's happening... Wednesday, November 11: Veteran's Breakfast and Veteran's Parade 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Thursday, November 12: Trigg County Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Open House.
Date Night Dining on Kentucky Lake
Check out this page for some restaurants you can escape to with your significant other.
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Find Kentucky Real Estate in the Lakes Region
Interested in living in or around the lakes area? Check out this site to find the latest Lake listings!
Real Time Lake Levels
Check out our Kentucky Lake & Lake Barkley real-time lake conditions information, updated each hour.
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Barkley Beast Fest Speaker Schedule
Barkley Beast Fest fans, the keynote speaker schedule is set for Saturday, Nov. 14! 9:30-10:30 AM David Wickham 10:40-11:40 AM Martin Groves Noon-1 PM Amy Bue 1:30-2:20 PM David Wickham 2:30-3:30 PM Charlie Raymond 3:40-4:30 PM Kain Michael 4:40-5:40 PM Night Vision Paranormal/Pathfinders
Boat Launch Ramp Search
Ready to go out on the water? Search here for public Boat Launch Ramps!
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Land Between the Lakes Fossil Walk
Join retired geologist John for a Fossil Walk on November 14, from 10 AM to noon at the New Beach boat ramp in Land Between the Lakes. Learn about local geology, create a painting with iron hematite, and search for fossils in the gravel.
Big Bear Resort Campground Seasonal Closure
Big Bear Resort's campground will officially close for the season on Thursday, November 12, as colder weather settles in around Kentucky Lake. The resort thanked campers for another memorable season and looks forward to welcoming everyone back for camping season in 2027.
Veterans Day Treat at The Hitching Post
The Hitching Post and Old Country Store would like to show all Veterans appreciation this Veterans Day by giving out a free treat for veterans today; scoop of ice cream, piece of fudge, old time candy or taffy, or soda pop…you choose! Thank you for all who served!
Old Fashioned Fun
Step back in time and get some old fashioned homemade ice cream at The Hitching Post in Hardin.
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday Planetarium Shows
The Golden Pond Planetarium at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area has daily planetarium showings from 10am…
Community Tennis Night at Kenlake Tennis Center
Stop by the Kenlake Tennis Center on Friday, November 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. for a free…
Murray State Racers Men's Basketball vs. Texas Southern
Murray State Racers Men's Basketball hosts non-conference SWAC opponent Texas Southern for this year's third game of the…
Murray State Racers Volleyball vs. Illinois State
Live at historic Racer Arena: The Lady Racers Volleyball team take on the Illinois State Redbirds in Missouri…
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GoCadiz.com
Cadiz, KY: explore lake front accommodations and quaint downtown shops.
Free Vacation Planner
Need a guide to plan your trip? Get your free Kentucky Lake Vacation Planner here!
Eddy Creek Marina Resort
Beautiful views, great boating and cozy lodging awaits you at Eddy Creek.
Green Turtle Bay
Come stay at Kentucky's premier resort and marina on Lake Barkley.
Discover Grand Rivers
The "Village Between The Lakes" - Grand Rivers - a beautiful lake area getaway!
Lynnhurst Family Resort
This fall and winter season, experience glamping at Lynnhurst on Kentucky Lake.
Barkley Vacation Guide
Get your free Lake Barkley Vacation Guide and make plans to visit today.
Eddy Creek Marina Resort
Beautiful views, great boating and cozy lodging awaits you at Eddy Creek.
GoCadiz.com
Cadiz, KY: explore lake front accommodations and quaint downtown shops.
Barkley Vacation Guide
Get your free Lake Barkley Vacation Guide and make plans to visit today.
Free Vacation Planner
Need a guide to plan your trip? Get your free Kentucky Lake Vacation Planner here!
Lynnhurst Family Resort
This fall and winter season, experience glamping at Lynnhurst on Kentucky Lake.
Green Turtle Bay
Come stay at Kentucky's premier resort and marina on Lake Barkley.
Discover Grand Rivers
The "Village Between The Lakes" - Grand Rivers - a beautiful lake area getaway!