Lake Malone State Park

Closed — Closed for construction through March 31, 2026. The campground closed October 31, 2025 for bathhouse construction and campground upgrades. Reopening April 1, 2026 with seasonal operation typically running through mid-November.

About

Lake Malone State Park is a secluded wilderness retreat in western Kentucky, well known for its 788-acre lake and 338-acre park featuring dramatic sandstone bluffs rising above the water's edge. The campground offers 24 electric sites with varying driveway lengths from 29 to 70 feet, plus 1 primitive tent site. The park includes a central service building with flush toilets, hot showers, and laundry facilities. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish, making it an angler's delight. The park features a boat ramp, dock, and marina with seasonal boat rentals available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. A sandy swimming beach provides relief on hot summer days. The 1.5-mile Laurel Trail winds through hardwood forests filled with mountain laurel, holly, dogwood, and wildflowers. The park also features six 14-foot sculptures called the Big Twigs scattered throughout the grounds, providing unique photo opportunities for families.

Directions

From Central City, take US 431 south to KY 973. From Greenville, take KY 181 south to KY 973, then go 5 miles to the park. Located 22 miles north of Russellville and 15 miles south of Greenville.

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