Fishing Creek Recreation Area

Fishing Creek Recreation Area, located just west of Somerset on Lake Cumberland, offers a public boat ramp providing access to one of the largest man-made reservoirs east of the Mississippi River. The facility is situated at 1598 E. Highway 1248 (about 7 miles from Somerset via Highway 80 west, then right on East Highway 1248). The boat ramp provides convenient water access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to explore Fishing Creek and the broader Lake Cumberland system, which features over 1,200 miles of scenic shoreline.

The recreation area is part of a full-service campground with 26 RV sites and 20 tent-only sites, making it convenient for multi-day paddling trips. Onsite amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station. For more information or to reserve a campsite, contact the facility at 606-679-5174. The large, calm waters of Lake Cumberland make this an excellent put-in point for recreational paddling and fishing, though paddlers should be aware of recreational motorboat traffic on the lake.

Overview
Fishing Creek Campground is located at 1598 E. Highway 1248 just west of Somerset, Kentucky. Fishing Creek is part of beautiful Lake Cumberland, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and hunting.Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour.
Recreation
Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline...

Overview
Fishing Creek Campground is located at 1598 E. Highway 1248 just west of Somerset, Kentucky. Fishing Creek is part of beautiful Lake Cumberland, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and hunting.Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour.
Recreation
Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities.

The lake has an abundance of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, rockfish and walleye, making it a favorite among anglers.
Facilities
The campground offers 26 RV sites and 20 tent-only sites, all with water and electric hookups and picnic table, fire pit/grill and lantern post. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, washer/dryer, boat ramp and a dump station.  
Fishing Creek also has a day-use area, picnic sites and a playground, making it an ideal spot for large parties and family functions.
Natural Features
The campground is situated above the shore of Fishing Creek on Lake Cumberland. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat.

Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.

Nearby Attractions
Lee's Ford Resort Marina is less than 10 minutes from the campground. It offers boat rentals, a general store, restaurant and lodging.

The Mill Springs Battlefield Park is just a 15-minute drive from Fishing Creek. This historic Civil War site offers interpretive exhibits, a gift shop and driving tour. Special events are held throughout the year, including educational programs and a thrilling reenactment.

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