Bailey's Point Picnic Shelter
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates April through October, following the Bailey's Point Campground seasonal schedule.
Freeze Warning issued March 27 at 3:07AM EDT until March 28 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. * WHERE...Ohio, Allen, Butler, Logan, Simpson, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 9 AM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
About
Bailey's Point Picnic Shelter is a group shelter facility located adjacent to Bailey's Point Campground at Barren River Lake in south-central Kentucky. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this reservable shelter provides a covered gathering space with electric hookups for group events and picnics. The shelter is situated on the 10,000-acre Barren River Lake, surrounded by wooded hillsides and scenic lake views. Being adjacent to Bailey's Point Campground, shelter users have access to nearby amenities including boat ramps, playgrounds, hiking trails, and lakefront activities. The location offers opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and birding. The shelter operates seasonally alongside the main campground and requires advance reservations through Recreation.gov. Firewood from outside the area is prohibited due to invasive species concerns. Off-highway vehicles are not permitted, and all boats must comply with Kentucky boating laws and regulations.
Directions
From Glasgow, KY: Take US-31E south for 15 miles to Highway 252. Turn right, go 1.5 miles to Highway 517, turn right and follow signs to entrance. Approximately 19 miles southwest of Glasgow, KY.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| LRL-Pagemaster-GRB@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (270) 646-2055 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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