See & Do

a Local Guide for Fun
at Our Lake Cumberland Cabin

Lake Cumberland Marinas

Lake Cumberland is 63,000 acres of surface area and 101 miles long with 1,255 miles of shoreline. There are several Lake Cumberland marinas very nearby that you can boat to from the cabin's private dock, or drive to easily. Here's a rundown of marinas and their proximity to our Lake Cumberland cabin.

Burnside Marina

Burnside Marina is the closest marina to our cabin. It's 6.4 miles and about a 13 minute drive by car, or 20 minute ride by boat. Burnside is a full-service marina that offers both open and covered wet slips, transient slips, and small boat rentals through Safe Harbor Rentals. There's a cafe and a store. It is right next to General Burnside Island State Park in Burnside, Kentucky.

Burnside Island Boat Ramp

Burnside Island Boat Ramp is 6.9 miles and about 14 minutes from Jr.'s Place, our cabin. General Burnside Island State Park is the only island in the Kentucky State Park system. This boat launch is a paved, multi-lane launch ramp for boaters and fishermen. It's designed to handle watercraft of all sizes and there are no fees!

Lee's Ford Marina

Lee's Ford Marina is 15.8 miles and about a 25 minute drive. Rent boats or jet skis here. Have your own boat and experiencing issues? They offer boat repair. The renowned Harbor Restaurant is at Lee's Ford Marina, featuring their famous grouper fingers. It's upscale, dockside dining that overlooks the marina. Dockside delivery is also available!

Conley Bottom Marina

Conley Bottom Marina is 22.9 miles and about 33 minutes drive. They offer small gear rentals and overnight camping just a few feet from the water's edge. Helicopter tours show you Lake Cumberland from above. The Boathouse restaurant offers something delicious for everyone, from American to Italian and Mexican menu options, with a 360-degree view of the lake as you dine.

More Marinas

There are several other marinas you can visit by boat or car. Beaver Creek is 33.7 and about 45 minutes, Jamestown Marina is 49.5 Miles and about 59 minutes, State Dock is 57.7 miles and about 75 minutes, Grider Hill is 50.8 miles and about 65 minutes. BoatUSA.com has a great overview and helpful marina map.

Outdoor Fun Around Lake Cumberland

There are so many outdoor adventures to enjoy around Lake Cumberland, from hiking to water falls to fish and golf. Here are a few ideas for you and your family to consider.

Fishing

Don't forget your tackle box. Fish right off our private dock or try some of the fantastic fishing destinations all around. The Wolf Creek Dam area is one of the top fly fishing spots in the United States. Ready to hook first place? Take your pick of over 25 fishing tournaments in the area.

Hiking & Falls

All kinds of hiking and beautiful waterfalls are nearby our Lake Cumberland Cabin. General Burnside State Park (6.9 miles), Beaver Creek Wilderness (15.5 miles), Panoramic Trail (17.8 miles), Eagle Scout Trailhead (19.5 miles), Meadow Creek Falls (19.7 miles), Princess Falls Trailhead (23.9 miles), Cumberland Falls (26.8 miles) are the ones we most recommend. Follow the waterfall trail with this guide. Plan your hike with hiking trail maps for Big South Fork. And did you know that Burnside is the birthplace of the Boys Scouts?

Cars & Trains

Burnside is home to the Lake Cumberland Speedway. which is only 5.6 miles away. The Big South Fork Scenic Railway is close. In nearby Somerset, there are car shows throughout the year with the largest being the Somernites Cruise. And our large barn makes it easy to store your car if you have one to show!