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NOLIN LAKE STATE PARK, KY

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A 5,795-acre lake makes Nolin Lake State Park a peaceful destination for recreation and relaxation. The campground, on the shoreline of Nolin Lake, offers all the natural scenery and comforts you expect, without the crowds. Enjoy the lake from the sand beach or launch your ...
Status: Open through Tue Dec 31 2024   Season Dates
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Overview

Description

A 5,795-acre lake makes Nolin Lake State Park a peaceful destination for recreation and relaxation. The campground, on the shoreline of Nolin Lake, offers all the natural scenery and comforts you expect, without the crowds. Enjoy the lake from the sand beach or launch your watercraft from the boat ramp. The park has a picnic pavilion, tables and grills, for family outings and group events.

Geography:

"Top off" your visit to Mammoth Cave National Park with a trip to Nolin Lake State Park. A campground and a 5,795 acre lake make Nolin the site for aboveground recreation.

Recreation:

Bass, walleye, catfish and crappie are the prize catches here. There is a launching ramp on the lake, and a sand beach curves along the lakeshore.

Facilities:

There are 32 campsites with water and electricity, 20 primitive sites, a restroom/shower building, laundry facilities, and dump station. A playground is located by the sites. Three sites have been adapted for the disabled. Picnic tables can be found throughout the park.

Nearby Attractions:

Mammoth Cave National Park is nearby.

Booking Window
Wed Mar 20 2024 - Wed Mar 19 2025

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.

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Season Schedule

Park Season
Start
End
Non Peak
Mon Jan 01 2024
Sun Mar 31 2024
Peak
Mon Apr 01 2024
Thu Oct 31 2024
Non Peak
Fri Nov 01 2024
Tue Dec 31 2024
Services and Amenities
Within Park
  • Admin Service, Copying
  • Admin Service, Faxing
  • Bathhouse, Storm Shelter
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Boating
  • Boating, Power
  • Camp Store
  • Camper Appreciation Weekend
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Dump Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Grocery store
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trail
  • Jogging/Running
  • Laundry
  • Maintenance
  • Parking
  • Photography
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicikng
  • Playground
  • Registration Building
  • Restroom
  • Retail, Drinks
  • Retail, Firewood
  • Retail, Ice
  • Retail, Snacks
  • Retail, Store/Gift Shop
  • Retail, Supplies
  • Scenic driving routes
  • Skiing - Water
  • Snorkling
  • Stargazing
  • Swimming - Lake
  • Trail, Hiking/Walking, Easy
  • Trails, Moderate Hiking
  • Walking
  • Water Access, Reservoir
  • Water Access, River/Stream
  • Water Drinking
  • Water Skiing
Within 10 Miles
  • Archery
  • Cash Machine / ATM
  • Churches
  • Dining
  • First Aid Station
  • Fishing River
  • Fuel, Boats
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Golf
  • Golfing
  • Horse Rentals
  • Horseback Riding
  • Newspapers
  • Propane
  • Restaurant
  • Retail, Bait & Tackle
  • Sightseeing
  • Swimming - River
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Airport
  • Amphitheater
  • Antiquing
  • Art & Museum
  • Baseball / Softball Field
  • Biking
  • Canoe Rental
  • Canoeing
  • Cave Exploring/Spelunking
  • Dock, Boat
  • Emergency Services
  • Historic Sites
  • Hospital
  • Marina
  • Medical Clinic
  • Motel
  • Museum
  • Nature Study
  • Putt-Putt
  • Rent Boats
  • Seasonal Festivals
  • Shopping
  • Theme Park
  • Town
  • Trails, Bicycle
  • Trails, Difficult Hiking
  • Trails, Mountain Bike
  • Water Slides
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Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
37.29694, -86.21194
37°17'49"N, 86°12'43"W

Nolin Lake State Park is north of Mammoth Cave National Park. From Nashville: On I-65, take exit 28 at Bowling Green. Turn north on US 31W, drive 12 to 15 miles, and turn left onto KY 101. At the town of Rhoda, KY 101 merges with KY 259. Follow Ky 259 North to KY 728 East. Turn right onto KY 728 East. Approximately 7 miles later, turn left onto KY 1827. Follow KY 1827 to the park. From Louisville: On I-65, exit onto the Western Kentucky Parkway at Elizabethtown. Follow the Western Kentucky Parkway to the Leitchfield exit (107) onto KY 259 South. From Leitchfield, drive 17 miles on KY 259 South to KY 728 East. Turn left onto KY 728 East. Approximately 7 miles later, turn left onto KY 1827. Follow KY 1827 to the park.
Contact Information

Mailing Address:

NOLIN LAKE STATE PARK
2998 Briar Creek Rd
Mammoth Cave  KY  42259
Phone Number:
Information:  (270)286-4240
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