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KENLAKE STATE PARK
KENLAKE STATE PARK
542 Kenlake Road
Hardin, Kentucky   42048-9737

Phone: 270-474-2211
Toll Free: 800-325-0143
Reservations: 270-474-2211
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Located on the western shore of Kentucky Lake, Kenlake offers a choice of quiet relaxation or active recreation. Take to the net at the tennis center, a seasonal facility with temperature-controlled courts, racquet rentals and a pro shop as you play a relaxing game of golf on our 9-hole golf course.

Kenlake State Resort Park is a polished vacation and business retreat in the heart of one of the nation's finest outdoor recreation areas. The resort is only minutes away from Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre nature lover's paradise and environmental education area. Located on the mid-west shore of Kentucky Lake, with the longest shoreline of any man-made lake in the eastern United States, Kenlake is the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors!
FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW
Day-UseFishingyes
 Hiking Trailyes
 Swimming Beachyes
 Bike Trailsyes
BoatingLaunch Rampsyes
CampingPrimitiveyes
 Water/Electric Sitesyes
WinterActivitiesyes
AccommodationsGolf Courseyes
Cottages
For more private accommodations you may choose a one, two, or three-bedroom cottage with one or two baths. These cottages offer beautiful lake, wooded, or golf course views with features that include decks and screened-in porches. Tableware, cooking utensils, and linens are provided with fresh linens available daily.

Open year-round. Cottages available by late afternoon. Check-out by 11:00 AM, Central time. No Pets.
Camping
Are you roughing it? It won?t be too difficult in the 90-site campground. Utility hookups, a dump station, and a central service building with showers and rest rooms make your camping trip hassle-free.

Open April 1- October 31. No advance reservations.Check-out by 2:00 PM, Central time. Pets are allowed if restrained. (No swimming area provided for campers.)
Lodge
Gracious hospitality is the tradition at the Kenlake lodge. From the radiant gardens to the lake views, this 48-room hotel is a destination for the entire family. Experience the manicured flower gardens surrounding the lodge to enjoy natures finest palette of seasonal colors. Rooms available by late afternoon. Lodge room check-out by 1100am, local time. A limited number of lodge rooms and cottages will be available for pets.
Meeting Rooms
Kenlake has the perfect atmosphere for your event! The Garden Room is a glass-enclosed room overlooking the lake, accommodating 100 guests banquet-style. Meeting Rooms A, B, & C are located on the lower level of the lodge and can seat 30-210 guests. For information on booking an event, phone Vickie Wimberly at 270-474-2211.
Swimming
1. Kenlake State Park offers a public swimming pool for visitors during the summer season.
2. The park's large outdoor pool includes a shallow end perfect for children and non-swimmers.
3. Lifeguards are on duty at all times ensuring safety while you enjoy your swim in the park's pool.
4. Swimming lessons, water aerobics classes, and other aquatic programs are often offered by trained professionals within the park.
5. For those who prefer natural waters, Kentucky Lake is accessible from Kenlake Marina with designated areas to swim safely.
6. The lake also provides opportunities for open-water swimming but caution should be taken due to boat traffic nearby.

Boating
Nothing can compare to a day on beautiful Kentucky Lake. The marina is equipped with 21 open slips, 127 covered slips, and a launching ramp. Rental fishing boats, aluminum bass boats, pontoon boats, jet ski?s, and ski boats are also available. And Kentucky Lake is a great place to bring your sailboat!

Link to the operators of the Kenlake Marina at www.kenlakemarina.com. Open March 1-October 31, (depending on height of lake water level)

Marina: (270) 474-2245.
Fishing
Cast away your cares at Kentucky Lake! The fishing opportunities are endless with scores of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, channel and blue catfish, crappie, and sauger.


Location
Kenlake State Park is located near Benton, Cadiz and Murray

Picnicking
Kenlake State Park offers numerous picnic tables and grills, a large group pavilion for rent, and beautiful lake views.
Bicycling
Biking enthusiasts can explore numerous trails within this park. However, be aware that some paths may present challenging terrains.

The park's paved roads offer a safer option for less experienced cyclists or families with children.

Mountain bikers should note the lack of dedicated off-road biking tracks in the area.

Remember to wear helmets and follow safety guidelines while cycling, as traffic is common on these routes.

During peak seasons, it might get crowded so plan your visit accordingly to avoid congestion on bike lanes.

Always check weather conditions before setting out; adverse weather could make certain areas unsafe for biking activities.
Birding
We have excellent birding throughout the park. Take a look out the dining room windows for a variety of backyard bird species at our feeders. At the cottage area the red-headed woodpeckers and all their relatives like to hangout. We also have two Blue Bird trails, and several hiking trails. The lakeshore is always good for Herons, Egrets, waterfowl and gulls. Over 150 species of birds make the Kenlake area home. Be sure to check the event calender for our Winter eagle tours, where you can take guided tours either aboard the CQ Princess excursion yacht or by passenger van.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
July 15 Family Reunion by jellybelly82
park review stars; one to five My family has been going to Kenlake for over 40 years for our reunion on Fourth of July. I think the 40 years says it all. Just make sure to bring your own kitchen stuff, some cabins have more than enough and others have next to nothing. But the staff is great and it is beautiful! And make sure you eat at the Dinner Bell!
May 19 Our FAVORITE summer destination! by Crystal
park review stars; one to five We have stayed at Kenlake State Park 3 summers and plan to again this summer! We love everything from the southern hospitality, boating, biking, horse back riding, swimmning, the beautiful surroundings, FOOD and the MANY things to do while we are there. We have stayed other places but none of them match the ammentities and feel of Kenlake State Park! I HIGHLY reccommend a week long stay in the cottages - the lodge is great too! My husband and I have 4 children and we find Kenlake State Park VERY kid friendly!
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Area Campgrounds
Lakeside Campground and Marina
Benton, KY
270-354-8157
Area Fishing Related Businesses
Fast Eddie's Bait & Tackle
4362 Aurora Hwy
Hardin, KY
(270) 354-9197
Area Accommodations (over 20 miles away)
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Cottages and Cabins
Enjoy a getaway to nearby Southern Illinois with Shawnee National Forest Cabins. Rustic log cabin rentals with modern comforts such as hot tubs, Wifi and satellite TV located near Garden of the God in the Shawnee National Forest.
60.2 miles from park*
Nearby Hotels
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Directions
The resort is 40 miles southeast of Paducah. Going east on I-24, exit to the Purchase Parkway, then exit on US 68 east. Going west on I-24, take the Cadiz exit to US 68/KY 80 west.

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