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Access Site KY

Old Williamstown Swimming Hole

South Fork Grassy Creek - Williamstown Lake

Source: kentucky_department_of_fish_and_wildlife_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Williamstown, KY
County: Grant County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.66613000, -84.52777000
290 Summer Dr, Williamstown, KY 41097, USA
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access**
Located on South Fork Grassy Creek near Williamstown Lake in Grant County, Kentucky, this public boat ramp is easily accessible just 2 miles east of Williamstown. To reach the launch, take Highway 22 East out of town, turn left on KY 489 (Fairview Road), then left on Summer Drive. Free parking is available at the ramp, making this an affordable entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and small boaters.

**Facilities & Nearby Options**
The Old Swimming Hole ramp provides direct access to the 299-acre Williamstown Lake. For those seeking additional amenities, the nearby Williamstown Marina (open to the public with a modest $10 launch fee) offers a paved ramp, fuel, a small convenience store, and seasonal dining at Dockside Pizza and Pub. The area is ideal for paddlers looking for a convenient, low-cost access point with minimal facilities, or for boaters willing to pay a small fee for enhanced services just nearby.