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Claylick Boat-in Campground

Open

Open for the 2026 season through October 5. First-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Bear-resistant food containers required. Site becomes unsafe if lake levels exceed 733 feet.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 4:45AM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

4:45 AM — 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central Kentucky, Elliott, Fleming and Rowan. In northeast Kentucky, Johnson and Martin. In southeast Kentucky, Floyd, Magoffin, Morgan and Pike. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of systems are expected to traverse the area, each bringing the potential for heavy downpours and training storms which may result in flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Daniel Boone National Forest

Scott Creek Boat ramp briefly inaccessible, July 30

Scott Creek Boat Ramp on Cave Run Lake will be inaccessible Thursday, July 30 from 8-9 a.m. while a boat owner replaces the roof on their house boat.

Daniel Boone National Forest

No phone service, pass sales at Redbird Office in Big Creek, KY

The Redbird Ranger District Office in Big Creek, KY does not have phone or internet service at this time and is unable to process map or pass sales. For visitor information, contact the Daniel Boone National Forest Supervisor's Office or stop by the Redbird Ranger District Office Monday through…

About

Claylick Boat-in Campground sits on Cave Run Lake within the Cumberland District of Daniel Boone National Forest. This primitive campground features 13 campsites that must be reached by boat or by hiking approximately half a mile from the Claylick Boat Ramp parking area. Boat moorings are available for those arriving by water. Each campsite is equipped with a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole. The campground provides vault toilets (one meets ADA accessibility standards) and potable water from faucets, but has no electricity or shower facilities. Campers parking at the boat ramp must purchase a day-use pass. Cave Run Lake is an 8,270-acre reservoir known for scenic beauty and excellent fishing, including Kentucky's state record muskie. The lake is jointly managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Forest Service. Bear-resistant food containers are required for all food, trash, and odorous items.

Directions

From I-64, take exit 133 and go south on KY 801. In 13.7 miles, KY 801 merges directly onto KY 1274. After another 1.9 miles, turn right onto Forest Service Road 968 (Claylick Road). The boat ramp parking area is on the left; the campground is a half-mile walk or boat ride from there.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $25

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (606) 784-6428

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

Site Camping Area
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