Old Waitsboro Crossing

**Location & Access:** Old Waitsboro Crossing provides boat ramp access to Lake Cumberland near Bronston in Pulaski County. From Somerset, take Highway 27 south for 5 miles, then turn right on Waitsboro Road and follow signs to the ramp. The facility is part of Waitsboro Campground, which offers reservable camping and day-use access.

**About the Water:** Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River, created by Wolf Creek Dam on the Cumberland River. The 100-mile-long reservoir spans over 1,200 miles of shoreline, providing excellent paddling opportunities across a large, relatively protected water body. The lake's size makes it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats of varying experience levels.

**Facilities & Services:** Waitsboro Campground offers both day-use and overnight camping options. For specific amenities at the boat ramp itself (parking, restrooms, dock availability), contact the facility at 606-561-5513. Additional boat ramps and marinas are available nearby, including Wolf Creek Marina, if you need alternative access points.

Overview
Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.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...

Overview
Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.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.

The Black Walnut Nature Trail, located near the lake office, is a self-guided educational trail. The trail is open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4pm EST.Facilities
The campground offers 17 RV sites, all with electric hookups, and five tent-only sites. Eight of Waitsboro's sites are on the waterfront, making them prime locations for weekend recreation.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station. A day-use area with a group picnic shelter and a parking area is also available.Natural Features
The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, offering sweeping scenic views. 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
General Burnside Island State Park is nearby. It was named after Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, who led patrols along the Cumberland River, circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. Visitors come today to enjoy boating, fishing, golfing and picnicking on Kentucky's only island state park.
Burnside Marina is 10 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store.

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