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R i v e r L a k e S tat e R e s o rt Pa r k
The Barren River Lake State Resort Park is a haven for those who love the outdoors , but also prefer to have the comforts of a luxury getaway .
Spend your days on the water , surrounded by the caves and rolling hills of Kentucky , where the contrast between greenery and lapping waves bring you the best of both worlds . You can head out to the marina and rent a jet ski , kayak , or pontoon boat , and hit the waves ! If you ’ re local and would like to bring your own equipment , there are plenty of slips to dock in .
The resort park has a main lodge , the Louie B . Nunn Lodge , which has 51 rooms complete with all the bells and whistles , most of which overlook the giant 10,000-acre lake . The lake itself is filled to the brim with hybrid bass , large and small mouths , crappie , catfish , and even walleye ! Cast your line and you won ’ t leave without a catch .
If you ’ re not looking to stay in the main lodge , try renting out one of the cottages . There are 22 cottages to choose from . Take your pick between a cottage nestled in the woods and hills , or one with a lakeside view and plenty of open space for fishing or taking a walk along the shore .
Looking for something a tad bit more primitive , but still surrounded by options ? Go camping at the park ’ s campground , complete with nearly 100 separate sites . The campgrounds are open until November 1 st ( they close for the winter ), and there are dump stations , a central building with showers and restrooms , and utility hookups as well .
Make your stay a hole-in-one at the golf course on site within the park . The course itself is beautifully manicured and woven deep within the curvy Kentucky hills . This course will test even the best golfer ’ s skills , as it hosts some tricky shots and tight positions .
Barren River Lake State Resort Park also has a lighted basketball court , two lighted tennis courts , volleyball , and a shuffleboard court as well . If you ’ d like to sightsee around the park , take to the hiking and biking trails , which are conveniently paved and wind around the different amenities within the park .
If you ’ re interested in booking a stay at Barren River Lake , head to parks . ky . gov for brochures , reservations , and a full list of seasonal events and amenities .