Lake Cumberland's shoreline access defines this Corps of Engineers recreation area, where campers can walk directly to the water during summer pool levels. The campground operates seasonally from May through early September, providing electric and water hookups along with standard amenities including restrooms, showers, and a dump station. Sites accommodate RVs and offer multiple access options including drive-in, walk-in, and boat-in camping.
Located near Fishing Creek Campground, the area allows campfires and welcomes pets. During winter pool conditions, the receded waterline creates opportunities for shoreline exploration around the exposed lake bed. Reservations are available for this Corps-managed facility.
Map & DirectionsCOE Lake Cumberland Fishing Creek Recreation Area is located in Kentucky near Burnside
Directions
From Somerset, Kentucky, take Highway 80 west for 5 miles. Turn right on Highway 1248 and continue for 2 miles. The recreation area entrance will be on the left side of the road at the bottom of the hill.
Address
1611 Hwy 1248
Somerset, KY 42501
Coordinates
37.04972041 N
84.68333018 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 31 min from Lexington, KY
- 1 hr 39 min from Elizabethtown, KY
- 2 hrs 11 min from Knoxville, TN
- 2 hrs 15 min from Louisville, KY
