Green River Lake State Park is a recreational paradise in
south central Kentucky's cave country. This 8,200-acre, picture-perfect lake
provides excellent opportunities for almost any water sport. After a day on the
lake, relax in the lakeshore campground, and enjoy a beach just for campers.
Marinas
Emerald Isle Resort & Marina
KY 70, KY 372,
P.O. Box 282 Campbellsville, KY 42718
(270) 465-3412 or (888) 815-2000
Green River Marina
KY 55S, KY 1061
Campbellsville, KY 42718
(800) 465-2512
Corps of Engineers
Green River Lake
Canoeing
Green
River Canoes
1-800-413-2266 (270)789-2956
Camping
Green River Lake State Park
(270) 465-8255
Pikes Ridge Campground (operated by the
Corp of Engineers)
(270) 465-6488 or click here
for reservations
Smith Ridge Campgrounds (operated by the
Corp of Engineers)
(270) 789-2743 or click here
for reservations
Gift Shop
For your shopping pleasure visit the Green River Gift Shop adjacent to the
camping area. You can choose from a large selection of Kentucky handcrafts and
souvenirs and find the perfect memento of your vacation.
Boating
Water sports enthusiasts will love
Green River Lake. The marinas offer everything you will need to enjoy the
day: 200 covered slips, rental houseboats, fishing boats, ski boats, jet skis,
and pontoon boats.
Open March-November, $ charged for boat rental, slips and gas.
Fishing
For "reel" excitement enjoy a day of fishing at
Green River Lake. Both the avid
angler and the beginning fisherman will enjoy the challenge of fishing for
white, largemouth, small mouth, and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, and muskie
Swimming
Enjoy sand between your toes and the gentle waves of
Green River Lake at the campground
beach. Volleyball lovers can almost always find a pick-up game on the sand
court, then cool off with a shower in the beach bathhouse, or take an
exhilarating swim. A public beach is also available. Seasonal.
Hiking &
Biking
A 20-mile multi-purpose trail for hiking and
mountain biking offers great
outdoor fun, exercise, and an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of
Green River Lake.
Miniature Golf
A great way for the entire family to play together is on the 18-hole, miniature
golf course. So grab your favorite putter and head to the campground to test
your putting skills.
Open April 1-October 31, $ charged per game.
Basketball/Volleyball
Pick a captain and choose your teams! There is always fun on the basketball and
volleyball courts at Green River Lake.
Overnight guests may check out sports equipment.
Picnicking and Playgrounds
Beautiful lake views and the great outdoors always enhance a family picnic. A
picnic shelter is available for rental up to one year in advance. Two
playgrounds, picnic tables, and grills provide for hours of entertainment.
