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GRAYSON LAKE STATE PARK, KY

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Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
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Sheer sandstone canyons and gentle slopes contain the 1512 acres of Grayson Lake in Northeastern KY. The land was a favorite camping spot for the Shawnee and Cherokee Indians, and you will discover why with a visit to the park's spacious campground. The beautiful rolling terrain of ...
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Description
Sheer sandstone canyons and gentle slopes contain the 1512 acres of Grayson Lake in Northeastern KY. The land was a favorite camping spot for the Shawnee and Cherokee Indians, and you will discover why with a visit to the park's spacious campground. The beautiful rolling terrain of the park offers challenging play on a 18 hole golf course that encircles the lake.

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Admin Service, Copying
  • Admin Service, Faxing
  • Basketball
  • Bath House
  • Bicycle Riding
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Ramp
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Comfort Station
  • Crafters in the Park
  • Dump Station
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Golfing
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Moderate
  • Hiking Trail
  • Horseshoe Pitching
  • Horseshoe Pits
  • Horseshoes
  • Information Center
  • Jogging/Running
  • Laundry
  • Maintenance, Facility
  • Officer/Ranger Station
  • Parking
  • Pay Telephone
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicikng
  • Playground
  • Ranger Station
  • Recreation Programs
  • Restroom
  • Restrooms
  • Retail, Drinks
  • Retail, Firewood
  • Retail, Ice
  • Retail, Snacks
  • Shelters
  • Showers
  • Sunbathing
  • Telephone
  • Trail, Hiking/Walking, Easy
  • Trails, Moderate Hiking
  • Volleyball
  • Volleyball Net
  • Water Drinking
  • Wildflower Viewing
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Boating
  • Boating, Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Jet-Skiing
  • Skiing - Water
Within 10 Miles
  • Boating, Pedal
  • Churches
  • Cultural Activities
  • Dock, Boat
  • Fuel, Boats
  • Grills
  • Hunting
  • Marina
  • Propane
  • Rental, Boat, Motorized
  • Retail, Bait &Tackle
  • Shopping
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Antiquing
  • Car Rental
  • Cave Exploring/Spelunking
  • Dining
  • Emergency Services
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Fish Hatchery
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Geological Formations
  • Hospital
  • Mall
  • Medical Clinic
  • Meeting Space
  • Motel
  • Musical Performances
  • Nature Center
  • Newspapers
  • Putt-Putt
  • Restaurant
  • Retail, Supplies
  • Seasonal Festivals
Alerts and Important Information

Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants. Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. If more than 4 adults are going to be on the site, an additional $5.00 per night per adult will be collected upon arrival at the park. Max units per site is (2) and may include (1) camper unit + (1) tent. If no camper unit, then (2) tents is the max allowed.

Please note that the Kentucky Department of Parks permits the use of non-licensed vehicles in campgrounds, including golf carts, only by those individuals with a disability. This policy will be enforced for the safety of all guests.
This Campground is in Eastern Time zone.

Please note:
  • The maximum reservation window is 12 months in advance to the date.
  • New Inventory is made available when the call center opens.
  • There is a 1 night minimum stay during the week at all parks.
  • Customers may arrive on a Friday or Saturday and stay a minimum of two nights.
  • The horse park campground cannot guarantee satellite reception at each campsite
  • Customer service is authorized to fill in any empty spaces caused by the 2-night weekend stay rule.

Please note the following:

  • Longer minimum night stays are required at most campgrounds during holiday periods.
  • Parks prohibits the importation of firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in an effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds.https://parks.ky.gov/firewood-policy
  • Golf carts are allowed in the campground by purchasing a permit at check-in. Permits are $25 for the week or $100 for the calendar year. Annual permits can be used at all Kentucky State Park campgrounds and the Kentucky Horse Park. Disabled guests are not required to purchase a permit if they display their disability hanging tag.

Notes

Nearby cities - Grayson is 12 miles north of park. Sandy Hook is 12 miles south of park. Park Office phone # 606-474-9727 Campground 606-474-6856 Pro Shop 606-474-2553. There is also Grayson Lake Marina that is located 4 miles north of park their phone # is 606-474-4513.

Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants. Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. If more than 4 adults are going to be on the site, an additional $5.00 per night per adult will be collected upon arrival at the park. Max units per site is (2) and may include (1) camper unit + (1) tent. If no camper unit, then (2) tents is the max allowed.

**Parks prohibits the importation of firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds.** http://parks.ky.gov/regulations/firewood.htm

Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
GRAYSON LAKE STATE PARK
314 Grayson Lake Park Rd.
Olive Hill  KY  41164
Phone Number:
Information:  (606)474-9727