Carr Creek Lake was once home to some of the area's earliest pioneer settlements as early as the 1770s. Today, the area is a family-friendly escape with plenty of water activities, including boating and fishing. The marsh environment in the Carr Creek area is unusual for the Mountains of Eastern Kentucky, but this natural museum provides a wide assortment of watchable wildlife. Wood duck, great blue and green heron, ruffed grouse, bobwhite, wild turkey, red-winged blackbird, warblers, raccoon, and striped skunk may be found making their homes in this area of KY.
Camping: Park your RV or pitch your tent and relax in one of the best campgrounds in southeastern Kentucky.
Fishing: Pleasure boaters and anglers can explore Carr Fork Lake with miles of shoreline. A Kentucky Fishing License is required. Click here to purchase a license online at KY Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Picnicking: Picnic facilities available for all of your summer gatherings.
The campground features 39 sites, each with standard water and electric hookups and easy access to the waterfront. Stay in the park a night or two for a reasonable fee and take advantage of all the options for aquatic recreation. Pets are allowed if restrained.
The park features the longest sand beach in Kentucky State Parks system.
Boaters and fishermen can explore the 750-acre lake with miles of shoreline and good bass, crappie and walleye fishing.
