Boating At Lake Cumberland In Kentucky

Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities

Lake Cumberland, located in southern Kentucky, is a sprawling reservoir that stretches across several counties and offers a wealth of recreational opportunities. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and rolling hills, the lake's scenic beauty adds to the allure of this popular destination.

Boating is popular at Lake Cumberland due to its vast expanse of water and excellent boating conditions. Whether you're looking to cruise leisurely or indulge in some water sports, the lake provides ample space for various boating activities.

With multiple marinas dotting the shoreline, Lake Cumberland caters to the needs of boaters, providing boat rentals, fueling stations, and other essential services to ensure a memorable boating experience.

Adventurous souls can partake in an array of popular water sports, such as water skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding, adding an element of excitement to their time on the water.

The lake features well-maintained boat launch ramps, making it easy for visitors to access the water and launch their boats hassle-free.

Fishing enthusiasts are in for a treat at Lake Cumberland, as it boasts a diverse range of fish species. Anglers can try their luck at catching bass, trout, catfish, and more, making it a sought-after destination for fishing excursions.

Nearby cities like Somerset and Monticello offer a range of attractions and amenities for visitors to explore when they're not out on the lake. From charming shops and restaurants to historical sites and cultural landmarks, these cities provide ample opportunities for entertainment and relaxation.

The boating season at Lake Cumberland typically runs from spring to fall, giving visitors ample time to enjoy the lake's offerings and take advantage of the favorable weather conditions.

For those who wish to extend their stay, camping facilities are available nearby, offering a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the tranquility of the outdoors.

Boating, camping and fishing.

Multiple boat launch ramps, marinas and campgrounds await boating enthusiasts at Lake Cumberland, a 63,000-acre outdoors playground. There are more than 50 boat launch ramps for launching larger boats including pleasure boats, power boats, ski boats, pontoons and all types of fishing boats. There are numerous additional locations for portage of canoes and kayaks. At many of these same places, plus some additional areas, there is access to the shoreline for fishing from the bank. Multiple marinas, numerous restaurants, camping, lodging and stores are all convenient to enhance your boating or fishing trip vacation. This sprawling reservoir is located in the south-central part of the state. This is the only lake KDFWR stocks with striped bass. Anglers chasing striped bass should concentrate deep, focusing on deep structure - humps, ledges, flats and creek and river channels. In addition to stripers the lake has resident populations of bass, catfish, crappie, walleye, bluegill and white bass. Most of these species tend to stay shallower than the striped bass, and in varying ways, stay more closely related to the 1,250 miles of shoreline that wraps Cumberland Lake.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Russell Springs KOA Journey Campground - 270 866-5616

Lake Cumberland Camping Campground - 606 348-5200

Fall Creek Campground - 606 348-6042

Waitsboro Campground - 606 561-5513

Fishing Creek Campground - 606 679-5174

Pulaski County Campground & Boat Ramp - 606 636-6450

Somerset KY RV Park - 606 219-3290

Shoreline RV Park - 606 271-6711

Lake Cumberland State Park Campground - 270 343-3111

Kendall Campground - 270 343-4660

Cumberland Point Campground - 606 271-3923

Pine Crest RV Park - 270 866-5615

Cumberland Reservoir Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Lake Cumberland include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass and striped bass.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Spotted bass Channel catfish Black crappie White crappie Walleye > Bluegill White Bass Striped bass