The Top 14 Lakes in Kentucky
Looking to visit the best lakes in Kentucky? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Kentucky’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 15, 2025
Spanning over 700,000 acres across eastern Kentucky, Daniel Boone National Forest offers more than 600 miles of trails, including the nearly 300-mile Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail, making it a …
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A vast and rugged stretch of eastern Kentucky, Daniel Boone National Forest is a haven for hikers, climbers, and paddlers. From the sandstone arches of Red River Gorge to the …
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Eagle Lake sits on the outskirts of Morehead, making it an ideal spot for a short detour or a break along the trail. There’s a short loop around the lake …
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The path around Crescent Hill Reservoir is completely paved and is perfect for running loops. It's a little under a mile long and is popular for people wanting to do …
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Laurel River Lake is nestled within the Daniel Boone National Forest, with trees lining the edges of the water. Here you can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. The Sheltowee Trace …
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There are several miles of trail at Jefferson Memorial Forest. The paths passing through the Horine Reservation area of the forest are the most popular for hiking and running, along with the trails around Tom Wallace Lake.
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The Sheltowee Trace Trail is a 343-mile backcountry route through Kentucky and northern Tennessee, offering a mix of rugged forest, sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, and overlooks. Ideal for thru-hikes or section …
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This premier park offers a wide range of recreational activities over 135 acres of beautiful land with a 5-acre lake, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, a skate park, ball fields, …
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This is one of several opportune spots to reach the water's edge to skip rocks, dip your toes, or drop a line. Check the Daniel Boone National Forest website for details on fishing regulations at Cave Run Lake (fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recarea/?recid=39320).
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Lake Gerry B. Montgomery (formerly Noble Park Lake) is a beautiful 5.5-acre lake stocked with catfish and rainbow trout. It features a gazebo, a bridge, a boardwalk, and fishing piers. …
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