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Barren River Lake
Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Scottsville, KentuckyLakeYes, seasonal beach
Barren River Lake State Resort Park has a seasonal public beach on the lake.
- Water
- Lake
- Entry
- Free
- Facilities
- Public beach, bathhouse complex, swimming area, restroom
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard service.
- Dogs
- Pets are not permitted in beach areas.
- Managed by
- Kentucky State Parks
When you can swim
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Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
The park is at 1149 State Park Road, Lucas, Kentucky. From Scottsville, the park is near Barren River Lake; the swimming beach is at the state resort park.
36.8608, -86.0623
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Do not swim alone.
- Do not bring pets into the beach area.
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Questions about Barren River Lake
Can you swim at Barren River Lake?
Yes. The public beach is open for swimming from Memorial Day through Labor Day, if not flooded or affected by drought. There are no lifeguards.
Does it cost anything to swim at Barren River Lake?
Free
Are dogs allowed at Barren River Lake?
Pets are not permitted in beach areas.
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