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Barren River Tailwater

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Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Dec. 23, 2019

Fish!

The Barren River Tailwater is a hidden treasure. On the far side of the dam from the main park. Right across the road is Port Oliver and the Twisted Oliver Trail. And fishing ALL around! The campground is partially shaded the sites level and several are right on the water. Several of the sites are…

  • On the far side of the dam
  • Down the side of the dam
  • Porta pots
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Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Aug. 14, 2017

Pretty

Barren River Tailwater is below Barren River Lake and Dam. There are several recreation areas in this vicinity so a lot to choose from.

I have been in this recreation area before and watched the Amish pulling in loads of fish, not sure what their secret is but they were enjoying themselves.

A…

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Plenty of shaded picnic areas
  • The playground with pavilion in the background
  • Lots of little bridges and picnic tables
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Location

Barren River Tailwater is located in Kentucky

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Directions

From Glasgow, KY: Take 31-E south for 4 mi; turn right on 252, which will cross the dam in 8 mi. The Tailwater entrance road is at the south end of the dam. Follow signs into recreation area. Approximately 19 miles from Bowling Green, KY.

Address

11088 Finney Rd
Scottsville, KY 42164

Coordinates

36.89500081 N
86.1320004 W

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