Kentucky State is known not only for its “bluegrass” and delicious bourbon but is also considered a true haven for lovers of water adventures. Thanks to various locations, every local resident and tourist can find the most common water recreation options, depending on their desired level of activity. In this overview, we’ll look at the most popular locations where you can relax and enjoy incredible views, getting a good mood and energy boost.
Marinas and Camping
For those who choose various types of water sports and “wild” recreation, the following marinas are offered:
Chimney Rock Marina & Restaurant
Chimney Rock Marina & Restaurant is located on Herrington Lake. Visitors are offered a marina/docks, boat rentals, a store, a gas station, a
restaurant where guests can choose a full breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Exact address: 250 Chimney Rock Road, Harrodsburg, Mercer County, Kentucky.
Royalty’s Fishing Camp & Marina
On Herrington Lake, Kentucky, there is a fishing camp and yacht club offering a restaurant and store, watercraft rentals (canoes, boats, inflatable boats, paddleboards, and more), a convenient boat launch, and cabin apartment rentals.
Exact address: 940 Normans Camp Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Cane Run Marina & RV Park
This is one of the most secure locations, which perfectly combines the advantages of camping with the ability to use all the advantages of a boat launch (canoe rental, fishing). There are special sites for RVs/camping with all necessary infrastructure.
Exact address: 326 Cane Run Camp Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Cummins Ferry RV Park / Campground & Marina
Vacationers are offered a wide and quite diverse list of services, which will be especially appreciated by RV owners and tent camping enthusiasts. Everything necessary for recreation is available here: free Wi-Fi, hot showers, laundry, swimming pool.
Exact address: 2558 Cummins Ferry Rd, Salvisa, KY 40372, USA.
Pandora Marina & Marine Works
This is a family business that has been actively developing since 1973. Therefore, a quite friendly, family-warm atmosphere reigns here. Everything that may be needed for an extended stay is available: gasoline, food, drinks, ice (in warm seasons).
Exact address: 125 Pandora Drive, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Active Recreation: Fishing and Archery
Cedar Hills Archery & Pay Lake is the perfect combination of a store, a main archery center, and a pay lake for fishing. In the store, you can purchase quality bows from well-known brands, use equipment maintenance services, or visit an indoor range for safe shooting.
Exact address: 2668 Cornishville Rd, Cornishville / Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Trip to Shaker Landing
Shaker Landing is a river landing and dock that is part of the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill territory in Mercer County, Kentucky. Thanks to trail
walks, tourists can get close to picturesque waterfalls along the river tributaries.
Exact address: 3501 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Swimming Pools and Resorts
In Kentucky State, there is a full-fledged aquatic center/outdoor pool that is part of Anderson Dean Community Park. Several separate zones are offered here: main pool, children’s water play area, water slide, and a “beach/zero” entry.
Exact address: 1501 Louisville Rd, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.
Bright Leaf Golf Resort in Harrodsburg, Kentucky is not just a golf club but a full-fledged resort. There is an outdoor pool available from May to September.
Exact address: 1742 Danville Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, USA.