Is the beach open at Cave Run Lake?

Delayed by the coronavirus outbreak, the Daniel Boone National Forest will reopen the Twin Knobs and Zilpo swimming beaches on Cave Run Lake. Visitors will be allowed entry until capacity is reached, the Forest Service said in a statement.

Is Cave Run open?

Area Status: Open It is located on the Cumberland Ranger District of the Daniel Boone National Forest. This 8,270-acre lake provides flood protection and a clean water supply to area communities. Tourists enjoy the lake for its scenery and excellent recreation opportunities.

Does Cave Run have a beach?

There are two main beaches – Zilpo and Twin Knobs. Twin Knobs is larger and somewhat easier to get to. It has a boat ramp, summer amphitheater programs and scheduled campground activities.

Can you swim in Cave Run Lake Ky?

Swimming is allowed in most of the forest waterways except in areas posted as closed for protection of wildlife species or around developed areas such as boat ramps and marinas. Beach lovers bask under the sun and play in the sand at Zilpo and Twin Knobs Campground beaches located on picturesque Cave Run Lake.

Is Zilpo beach open?

The Zilpo Store is your one stop shop to purchase food, floats, ice, wood, etc. during your beach and camping stay. Hours: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Thursday – Sunday….At a Glance.

Operational Hours: Only registered campers are allowed at Zilpo after 10 p.m.
Closest Towns: Morehead, KY
Water: Drinking water is centrally located.

Is Cave Run Lake clean?

Cave Run Lake is an incredibly scenic lake in Kentucky that has clean water, great access, camping, hiking, and everything you need for a relaxing getaway.

Who owns Cave Run Lake?

This 8,270-acre lake is jointly operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Forest Service.

Is Twin Knobs campground open?

Twin Knobs is located at Cave Run Lake on Cumberland District….At a Glance.

Operational Hours: Campground checkout time is 1:00 p.m.
Area Amenities: Accessible,Boat ramp,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water

What town is under Cave Run Lake?

Cave Run Lake, located south of Morehead, Kentucky, USA along Kentucky Route 801, is an 8,270-acre (33 km2) reservoir built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Does Twin Knobs campground have water hookup?

Twin Knobs is a 700-acre campground that provides outdoor recreation with lots of amenities. Nearly 200 campsites are developed to accommodate RVs and tent camping….At a Glance.

Operational Hours: Campground checkout time is 1:00 p.m.
Water: Drinking water is available.
Restroom: Flush toilets, showers at bathhouse