Big Oak Picnic Shelter
Open year-round for day use. The on-site restroom is closed seasonally during winter months. Events other than picnics or gatherings over 50 attendees require a Special Use Permit submitted 30 days in advance.
From Recreation.gov
Shelter reservations for any event other than a picnic (wedding, sporting event, etc.) or for over 50 attendees/participants require a Special Use Permit Application be submitted 30 days in advance of the reservation date. Please call (270) 465-4463 for more information and to request a permit application from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Green River Lake Office.
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 2:35AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
The combination of temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s combined with high humidity will result in peak afternoon heat index values in the 95 to 105 degree range. If planning to be outdoors for extended periods, drink plenty of water, wear light clothing, and take frequent breaks.
About
Big Oak Picnic Shelter sits within the Dam Area Day Use Area along Kentucky's Highland Rim at Green River Lake. The shelter provides a covered gathering space with electricity hookups, nine picnic tables, grills, and an adjacent picnic area. Parking and playground access are available on-site, with a seasonal restroom nearby that closes during winter months. Green River Lake offers 8,000 surface acres of water with ten boat ramps around the shoreline. The nearest lake access and boat ramp are located just half a mile away at the Site 1 boat ramp area. The Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the historic Civil War Atkinson-Griffin Log Cabin are also within half a mile. Green River Lake State Park is a short 3.5-mile drive away. This is a day-use facility only with no overnight camping permitted. Reservations for events other than standard picnics or gatherings exceeding 50 attendees require a Special Use Permit submitted 30 days in advance.
Directions
From Campbellsville, KY: Head southwest on E Broadway St toward Lebanon Ave (0.6 mi). E Broadway St turns slightly right and becomes US-68 W/Greensburg Rd (0.5 mi). Turn left onto KY-55 S (8.3 mi). Turn left onto Hwy 1061/Lake Rd (0.5 mi). Destination will be on the right.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| LRL-Pagemaster-GRG@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (270) 465-4463 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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