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Twin Knobs Recreation Area

Open

Open seasonally from the 2nd Friday in March through the 1st Sunday in November. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Check-in is 2 p.m., checkout is 11 a.m. Bear aware food storage is required.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued August 11 at 8:47AM EDT until August 11 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

8:47 AM — 2:00 PM

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 564 IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL KENTUCKY BATH FLEMING ROWAN THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF FLEMINGSBURG, MOREHEAD, AND OWINGSVILLE.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 4:45AM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

4:45 AM — 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Kentucky, including the following counties, in east central Kentucky, Elliott, Fleming and Rowan. In northeast Kentucky, Johnson and Martin. In southeast Kentucky, Floyd, Magoffin, Morgan and Pike. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of systems are expected to traverse the area, each bringing the potential for heavy downpours and training storms which may result in flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Special Weather Statement issued August 11 at 11:24AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY

11:24 AM — 12:00 PM

At 1124 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Clarktown to near Tollesboro to 8 miles northwest of Cynthiana. Movement was southeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Flemingsburg, Sharpsburg, Fairview, Cranston, Pecks Ridge, Wyoming, Triplett, Odessa, Pebble, Muses Mills, Wallingford, Bethel, Foxport, Oakley, Mount Carmel, Nepton, Tilton, Ringos Mills, Hillsboro, and Craintown. THIS INCLUDES Interstate 64 in eastern Kentucky between mile markers 144 and 148.

About

Twin Knobs Recreation Area sits on 700 acres along the north shore of Cave Run Lake in Daniel Boone National Forest. The campground features 200 sites spread across 10 loops, accommodating everything from tent camping to large RVs with full hookups. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, while paved spurs can handle any size RV. Bathhouses with flush toilets and showers are located throughout the campground, and potable water is readily available. The recreation area offers a sandy beach with a roped swimming area and spectacular lake views. Additional amenities include volleyball courts, basketball hoops, horseshoe pits, a boat ramp with trailer parking, and an on-site campground store selling ice, firewood, camping gear, and food. The 2.5-mile Twin Knobs Shoreline Trail and other scenic footpaths provide hiking opportunities with overlooks of the lake. Three reservable group use areas accommodate larger gatherings: East (up to 100 persons), West (up to 180 persons), and a tent-only group area (up to 60 persons). Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, with America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes providing 50% discounts on single sites.

Directions

From I-64, take exit 133 (Farmers Sharkey) and go south on KY 801. The campground is 9 miles on the right.

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 Yes
Camp Store Yes
Price $31 - $78

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly Yes
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (606) 780-7818

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

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