Fishtrap Lake Shelters
The shelters are currently open and available for reservation via Recreation.gov. These are day-use facilities with same-day checkout (check-in 9-10 AM, checkout 9 PM). Inflatables of any kind require prior approval from the project manager.
Tornado Warning issued August 11 at 6:54PM EDT until August 11 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
At 654 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Grundy, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include... Toonerville, Fishtrap Lake, Kimper, Coleman, Mouthcard, Phyllis, Biggs, Fedscreek, and Phelps.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 11 at 6:52PM EDT until August 11 at 7:30PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
SVRJKL The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Martin County in northeastern Kentucky... Eastern Letcher County in southeastern Kentucky... Central Knott County in southeastern Kentucky... Floyd County in southeastern Kentucky... Pike County in southeastern Kentucky... Southeastern Magoffin County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 730 PM EDT. * At 652 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Head of Grassy to Morehead to Howards Mill, moving southeast at 85 mph. HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. * Locations impacted include... Estill, Bath, Pikeville, Prestonsburg, Jenkins, Whitesburg, Coal Run Village, Elkhorn City, Wheelwright, Fleming-Neon, Martin, Pippa Passes, Matewan, Forest Hills, Wayland, Allen, Meta, Pilgrim, Handshoe, and Glo.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued August 11 at 4:29PM EDT until August 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS EXTENDED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 568 TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AREAS UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 25 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL KENTUCKY ESTILL MENIFEE POWELL IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY JOHNSON MARTIN IN SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY LAUREL ROCKCASTLE WHITLEY IN SOUTHEAST KENTUCKY BELL BREATHITT CLAY FLOYD HARLAN JACKSON KNOTT KNOX LEE LESLIE LETCHER MAGOFFIN MORGAN OWSLEY PERRY PIKE WOLFE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ANNVILLE, BARBOURVILLE, BEATTYVILLE, BOONEVILLE, BRODHEAD, CAMPTON, CLAY CITY, COAL RUN, CORBIN, CUMBERLAND, ELKHORN CITY, FRENCHBURG, HARLAN, HAZARD, HINDMAN, HYDEN, INEZ, IRVINE, JACKSON, JENKINS, LONDON, MANCHESTER, MCKEE, MIDDLESBORO, MOUNT VERNON, PAINTSVILLE, PIKEVILLE, PINEVILLE, PIPPA PASSES, PRESTONSBURG, RAVENNA, SALYERSVILLE, SOUTH WILLIAMSON, STANTON, WEST LIBERTY, WHEELWRIGHT, WHITESBURG, AND WILLIAMSBURG.
About
Nestled among the steep, forested mountains of Kentucky's coalfield country, Fishtrap Lake Shelters offer day-use group facilities along the Levisa Fork of the Big Sandy River. The four reservable picnic pavilions are spread across two recreation areas: Shelters 1 and 2 sit at the Dam Site Recreation Area approximately one mile below the dam, while Shelters 3 and 4 are located at the Grapevine Recreation Area near the boat ramp. Each covered shelter provides electric service (15 amp) and water connections, along with grills for outdoor cooking. Nearby amenities include restrooms, playgrounds, and sports fields. The shelters accommodate up to 100 people with parking for approximately 50 vehicles on paved driveways. Fishtrap Lake itself offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities, with boat ramps available for lake access. The surrounding wildlife management area provides trails for hiking and horseback riding. Overnight camping is available separately at the nearby Grapevine and Lick Creek Recreation Areas, which feature electric campsites, dump stations, and showers.
Directions
From US-460/Shelbiana Road, continue approximately five miles, then make a slight right onto Kentucky Route 1789/Fishtrap Road. Continue three miles to the Fishtrap Lake Dam Site Recreation Area. Shelter 1 is the first right turn after entering the dam site, about one mile below the dam. Shelter 2 is the second shelter on the right near the end of the recreation area. For Shelters 3 and 4, take State Route 194 to Phyllis, Kentucky. Shelter 3 is on the right approximately 1/4 mile from the entrance, and Shelter 4 is near the end of the Grapevine recreation area by the boat ramp.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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
| Phone | +1 (606) 437-7496 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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