Cadiz
This is a day-use recreation area only. No overnight camping is available. The group picnic shelter can be reserved through Recreation.gov.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 3 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 3:35PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
At 335 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Pembroke to 10 miles southeast of Cadiz. These storms were nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Hopkinsville, Oak Grove, Cadiz, Fort Campbell, Clarksville, Guthrie, Pembroke, Trenton, Lafayette, Hawkins, and Herndon. This includes the following highways... Interstate 24 in Kentucky between Mile Markers 58 and 92. Pennyrile Parkway between Mile Markers 1 and 15.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
About
Cadiz Park is a day-use recreation area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, located on beautiful Lake Barkley near the town of Cadiz in Trigg County, Kentucky. The park provides convenient lake access for boating and fishing enthusiasts, with a boat ramp and paved parking available. The day-use area features a playground, grills, and a reservable group picnic shelter that can accommodate up to 100 guests, making it ideal for family gatherings and group events. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with over 1,000 miles of shoreline, offering excellent fishing opportunities including yellow bass, crappie, and catfish. This is a day-use facility only and does not offer overnight camping. Visitors seeking overnight accommodations should consider nearby Lake Barkley State Resort Park, located approximately 8 miles west of Cadiz, which offers full-hookup campsites.
Directions
From I-24, take Exit 65 (Cadiz). Travel west on KY-68/80 for 6 miles. Turn right onto KY-139 for 1.5 miles, then turn left on Jefferson Street.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (270) 362-4236 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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