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Leatherwood Recreation Area

Open

Open for day-use shelter reservations. No overnight camping is permitted at this facility.

Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 6:20AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

6:20 AM — 5:00 PM

A period of strong wind gusts is expected on today as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias move into eastern Kentucky. Southeasterly winds of 10 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph are expected. Isolated gusts up to around 40 mph are possible in exposed areas near Lake Cumberland. The strongest winds are expected from late morning through the afternoon and should coincide with the arrival of the leading bands of rain. Once rainfall becomes steady, winds will lighten. The gusty winds could blow around unsecured outdoor objects and decor.

About

Leatherwood Recreation Area is a day-use recreation facility managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Buckhorn Lake in the Cumberland Plateau of southeastern Kentucky. The primary feature is Shelter Leatherwood, a covered group picnic shelter available for day-use reservations. Adjacent to the shelter is a fishing pier providing access to Buckhorn Lake's fishing opportunities. The facility includes vault toilets and is situated in a scenic forested setting typical of Perry County's deeply dissected plateau landscape. No overnight camping is permitted at this site. For camping near Buckhorn Lake, visitors should look to Buckhorn Campground or other nearby facilities. A playground, basketball court, and boat ramp are located in the vicinity.

Directions

Head west toward State Highway 1387. Turn left on Squabble Creek Road. In 11 miles, turn left onto State Highway 2022. Continue straight onto State Highway 484 to arrive.