Laurel River Lake Picnic Area
This is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping. The picnic area is open seasonally with 19 first-come, first-served sites and two reservable group shelters. Guests must leave by 10:00 PM and may return at 7:00 AM.
Flood Watch issued July 11 at 11:30PM EDT until July 13 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, south central, and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central Kentucky, Bath, Elliott, Estill, Fleming, Menifee, Montgomery, Powell and Rowan. In northeast Kentucky, Johnson and Martin. In south central Kentucky, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne and Whitley. In southeast Kentucky, Bell, Breathitt, Clay, Floyd, Harlan, Jackson, Knott, Knox, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Magoffin, Morgan, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Wolfe. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Repeated rounds of showers and thunderstorms producing locally heavy rainfall are expected through the rest of the weekend. Already wet soils in some areas will make these locations more susceptible to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area occupies a peninsula along the shores of Laurel River Lake, one of the deepest and cleanest lakes in Kentucky. The 5,600-acre lake was created when Laurel River Dam was completed in 1974 and features cliff-lined shores and quiet coves popular with boaters, anglers, and scuba divers. The picnic area provides 19 individual sites on a first-come, first-served basis, each equipped with a table and grill. Two group shelters are available for reservation through Recreation.gov: a small shelter and a large shelter accommodating up to 75 people, both with electric and water access. Additional amenities include a playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, and fishing pier. This is strictly a day-use facility with no overnight camping allowed. Nearby overnight options include Holly Bay and Grove Recreation Area campgrounds, both operated by the Forest Service. The area is located approximately 15 miles west of London, Kentucky via Highway 192.
Directions
From London, Kentucky, head west on Highway 192 for approximately 15 miles. Turn slight left onto KY-1193. Continue on KY-1193 until you arrive at the destination on your left. The area is marked by "Laurel Dam Picnic Area" signs.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (606) 864-6412 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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