Boating on Kentucky Lake

Enjoying Jet Skis on Kentucky Lake
Shawn Dunnaway

Boating in Land Between The Lakes

Did you know tens of thousands of acres of water surround three sides of Land Between The Lakes?  Kentucky Lake borders LBL to the west with Lake Barkley to the north and east.  A free-flowing canal connects the two bodies of water at the northern entrance of LBL.

There are nearly two dozen lake access areas in Land Between The Lakes with boat ramps and other facilities to suit your needs. These ramps listed below begin with the north and head south.

North LBL Map | South LBL Map

LBL's Lake Barkley Public Ramps

  • Nickell Branch Campground
  • Demumbers Bay Camping Area
  • Eddyville Ferry at the end of Old Ferry Road (FS road #117)
  • Cravens Bay Self-Service Campground (2 ramps)
  • Honker Bay (FS road #135)
  • Taylor Bay Campground
  • Energy Dam (two ramps, for Energy Lake and the other for Lake Barkley)
  • Devil’s Elbow Day-Use Area
  • Fords Bay (FS road #347)
  • Neville Bay Camping Area
  • Gatlin Point Self-Service Campground

LBL's Kentucky Lake Public Ramps

  • Twin Lakes Campground
  • Pisgah Point Camping Area
  • Birmingham Ferry Campground
  • Smith Bay Campground
  • Sugar Bay Campground
  • Fenton Self-Service Campground
  • Redd Hollow Campground
  • End of FS road #172 (Jones Creek)
  • Ginger Bay Camping Area
  • Boswell Landing Campground
  • Gray’s Landing Campground

Hillman Ferry, Piney and Energy Lake campground ramps are for camping use only.

Boat Rentals

Kayak and canoe rentals are available in season at Woodlands Nature Station and at Energy Lake Campground. Call (270) 924-2233 for details.  Commercial marinas located on Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley offer rentals such as pontoons, jet skis, ski boats,  fishing boats, paddleboards, canoes and kayaks.

Here are some marinas that may offer that perfect boat rental you're looking for.

Kentucky Lake  //  270 Lynhurst Drive - Murray, KY SHOW MAP

The marina at Lynnhurst Family Resort offers pontoon rentals, jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, and fishing boat rentals. You'll also find fuel, a launching ramp, bait and tackle shop with snacks and some marine accessories. Fishing guides services also available.

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • RV Sites
  • Pontoon Rentals
  • Jet Ski Rentals
  • Boat Ramp

Lake Barkley  //  7612 Kentucky 93 South - Eddyville, KY SHOW MAP

Featuring motel rooms and cabins, RV park, boat rentals, a sandy beach, swimming pool, picnic area, playground and more! Enjoy a great meal at Echo Charlie's Bayside Restaurant located on site!

  • Full Serv Marina
  • RV Park
  • Pool
  • Motel
  • Cabins
  • Restaurant

Kentucky Lake  //  30 Big Bear Resort Rd - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

KY Lake's Big Bear Resort is a beautiful lake resort with full accommodations, private beach, marina, hunting, fishing, guides, bait and tackle, restaurant, campground and more! Call today!

  • Campground
  • Private Beach
  • Pool
  • Guide Service
  • Golf Cart Rentals
  • Marina

Kentucky Lake  //  325 Guthrie Drive - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

Malcolm Creek Resort is waterfront on Malcolm Creek offering clean 2 bedroom cottages, marina with services, pool, small beach, play ground and limited camping.

  • Cottages
  • Marina
  • Bait/Tackle
  • Boat Rentals
  • Playground
  • WiFi

Kentucky Lake  //  888 Kenlake Marina Lane - Aurora, KY SHOW MAP

Located near the US 68 bridge on KY Lake, we offer covered slips for 30s through 60s. Also the lowest fuel prices on Kentucky Lake!

  • Covered Slips
  • Transient Slips
  • Lunch
  • Tennis Courts
  • Nearby Pool
  • Camping

Kentucky Lake  //  466 Marina Drive - Gilbertsville, KY SHOW MAP

Enjoy fun in the sun with one of our various boat rentals. We have a variety of boat rentals, including our very popular Double Decker Pontoons! Ask about our Boat Club and get unlimited access to our top-of-the-line fleet!

  • Fuel Dock
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Boat Rentals
  • Laundry
  • Ship Store
  • Suntex Boat Club

Up to 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathooms & 6 people

Kentucky Lake  //  12710 US Hwy 68 East - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

We're located at the Jonathan Creek Bridge on US 68. Our fisherman's getaway includes motel rooms, cottages, fishing cabins, campsites, tent sites, bath/shower house, and a full-service marina. Our marina features slip and boats rentals. The marina is open late March-October with our motel open year round.

  • Rustic Cottages
  • Campground
  • Motel Rooms
  • Marina
  • Boat Rentals
  • Pool

Kentucky Lake  //  12363 US 68 East - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

Lakeside Campground and Marina is family owned and operated, located on Jonathan Creek, an inlet of Kentucky Lake. We offer lakefront campsites as well as a full service marina and much more.

  • Waterfront Camping
  • Rental Campers
  • Marina
  • Boat Ramp
  • Full Hookups
  • Pool

Kentucky Lake  //  1917 Reed Road - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

Cozy Cove is a private, secluded, family owned and operated resort located on 12 acres of Kentucky Lake waterfront property, with some of the nicest amenities on Kentucky Lake!

  • Slip Rentals
  • Boat Rentals
  • Cable TV
  • Swim Dock
  • Playground
  • Sandy Beach

Up to 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathooms & 4 people

Lake Barkley  //  3535 Blue Springs Rd - Cadiz, KY SHOW MAP

Quiet, rustic and simple lodging located near Lake Barkley in the Blue Springs area. Our cabin and motel rooms are recently remodeled with the owner living on site. We're family owned and operated!

  • 2 BR Cabins
  • Kayak Rentals
  • Paddle Boats
  • Golf Carts
  • On-Site Store
  • Affordable Rates

Kentucky Lake  //  234 Dockway Lane - New Concord, KY SHOW MAP

Waterfront resort on Kentucky Lake with marina, boat rentals, beach, cabins, and more. Competitive prices! See our website for rates and details!

  • Waterfront
  • Central HVAC
  • Cable TV
  • Pontoon Rentals
  • WiFi
  • Full Kitchens

Up to 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathooms & 12 people

Kentucky Lake  //  570 Moors Rd - Gilbertsville, KY SHOW MAP

Kentucky Lake's most popular resort! Located directly across from the Rock Quarry and LBL. Features waterfront lodging, large marina, boat rentals, restaurant and lots of recreation!

  • Large Marina
  • Lodging
  • Covered Slips
  • Restaurant
  • Boat Rentals
  • Beach/Pool

Kentucky Lake  //  165 Lakeview Cabins Dr - New Concord, KY SHOW MAP

Lakeview Cottages and Marina has four pontoons and three fishing boats for your enjoyment. We are located on Cypress Cove on Kentucky Lake, a deep protected cove with plenty of fishing and swimming spots, where the whole family can enjoy a day on the lake

  • Fishing Boats
  • Pontoon Rentals
  • Slip Rentals
  • Marina Gas
  • Cottages
  • Bait/Tackle

Kentucky Lake  //  972 King Creek Road - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

Offering pontoon and deck boat rentals that will accommodate up to 12 people. Also offering pontoons with ski/tube tower, 24' party barges, fishing pontoons, bass fishing boats, row boats, water toys and paddle boats for rent.

  • Deck Boats
  • Party Barges
  • Pontoons
  • Bass Fishing Boats
  • Row Boats
  • Paddle Boats

Kentucky Lake  //  2740 Cypress Trail - New Concord, KY SHOW MAP

Cypress Springs is family owned and operated. You will find our help courteous, friendly and a will to make your vacation a pleasure! Visit our restaurant for the best seafood on Kentucky Lake!

  • Pontoon Rentals
  • Jet Ski Rentals
  • Slips
  • Restaurant
  • Wifi
  • Fuel

Kentucky Lake  //  267 Millers Road - Benton, KY SHOW MAP

"A resort for all seasons". We offer waterfront cabins, a marina and beach, fully equipped kitchens, and all of the comforts of home for you and your entire family (we are pet-friendly).

  • Waterfront
  • Boat Rentals
  • Boat Slips
  • Beach
  • Playground
  • Fully Eq. Kitchens

Green Turtle Bay Boat Rentals
263 Green Turtle Bay Drive
Grand Rivers, KY 42045
1-800-498-0428

Sunset Bay Resort & Marina
60 Mansard Island Drive
Springville, TN 38256
731-642-5590

Lake Barkley Marina
4200 State Park Road
Cadiz, KY 42211
270-924-6081

Cedar Knob Resort
1434 Cedar Knob Road
Benton, KY 42025
270-354-8475

LBL Kayak & Canoe Rentals
1506 Donelson Pkwy
Dover, TN 37058
931-627-1849

Leatherwood Resort and Marina
753 Leatherwood Bay Rd
Dover, TN 37058
931-232-5137

Moors Resort and Marina
570 Moors Rd
Gilbertsville, KY 42044
270-362-8361
Kentucky Lake's most popular resort! Located directly across from the Rock Quarry and LBL. Features waterfront lodging, large marina, boat rentals, restaurant and lots of recreation!

Many of these marinas offer boat rentals. To find a specific type of boat rental, check out these boat rentals on Explore Kentucky Lake.