Lake Malone State Park
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates from mid-March through mid-November. Reservations available through Reserve America. Burn bans may be in effect; water availability not guaranteed during freezing weather.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 21 at 5:01PM CDT until July 21 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 508 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN ILLINOIS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS ALEXANDER MASSAC PULASKI IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 20 COUNTIES IN WESTERN KENTUCKY BALLARD CALDWELL CALLOWAY CARLISLE CHRISTIAN CRITTENDEN DAVIESS FULTON GRAVES HICKMAN HOPKINS LIVINGSTON LYON MARSHALL MCCRACKEN MCLEAN MUHLENBERG TODD TRIGG WEBSTER IN MISSOURI THIS WATCH INCLUDES 8 COUNTIES IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI BUTLER CARTER MISSISSIPPI NEW MADRID RIPLEY SCOTT STODDARD WAYNE THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BARDWELL, BENTON, BLOOMFIELD, CADIZ, CAIRO, CALHOUN, CHARLESTON, CLINTON, DIXON, DONIPHAN, EDDYVILLE, ELKTON, GREENVILLE, HICKMAN, HOPKINSVILLE, MADISONVILLE, MARION, MAYFIELD, METROPOLIS, MOUND CITY, MURRAY, NEW MADRID, OWENSBORO, PADUCAH, PIEDMONT, POPLAR BLUFF, PRINCETON, SIKESTON, SMITHLAND, VAN BUREN, AND WICKLIFFE.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 11:11AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 110 to 116. * WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:11AM CDT until July 21 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 110 to 116. * WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
About
Lake Malone State Park encompasses 338 acres around a stunning 788-acre lake carved through sandstone formations in western Kentucky. The lake, reaching depths up to 45 feet, is prized for its clear water and excellent fishing, particularly for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. Towering sandstone bluffs up to 100 feet high frame portions of the shoreline, creating a distinctive landscape unlike most Kentucky parks. The campground features 25 sites with 30-amp electric and water hookups, though no sewer connections are available. A central service building provides showers, restrooms, and laundry facilities. Each site includes a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. The park also has a dump station, marina with boat launch, swimming beach, and a small store selling drinks, snacks, ice, and boat fuel. Recreational opportunities extend beyond fishing to include swimming, jet skiing, water skiing, hiking, and wildlife watching. The park's trails wind through the unique sandstone terrain, offering views of the dramatic bluffs. A playground, volleyball court, and horseshoe pits provide additional activities. The park operates seasonally from mid-March through mid-November.
Directions
From Central City: Take US 431 south to KY 973. From Greenville: Take KY 181 south to KY 973. The park is located 22 miles south of Central City in Dunmor, Kentucky.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $20 - $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (270) 657-2111 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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