Leatherwood Boat Ramp
Leatherwood Boat Ramp is located off of Leatherwood Road on a narrow portion of Cave Run Lake. Fishing is not allowed from the boat ramp, but once you are in the water, you will find a wide variety of fish species. Cave Run Lake is well-known for excellent muskie fishing. Swimming or sunbathing within 100 feet of any boat launch ramp or courtesy boat dock is prohibited for public safety. The boat launch facility includes parking, signage, trash collection, security lighting and a courtesy dock.
General Information
This site will become unsafe and/or inaccessible if lake levels rise above 740 feet. Check current lake levels before your visit.
Open year-round
Open 24 hours/day.
Day Use:
$5 per day per vehicle
$7 per three day
$50 annual
A Daniel Boone National Forest recreation pass (hang tag or sticker) must be displayed inside vehicles parked at the boat ramp. Passes may be purchased from Forest offices or local vendors for $5/day; $7/3 day; $50 annual.
Address: 2375 KY 801 South Morehead, KY 40351
Phone: 606-784-6428
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.03362156
Longitude: -83.51597789
Directions
From I-64, take exit 133 (Farmers Sharkey) and go south on KY 801. Turn right onto US 60. At Salt Lick, turn left onto KY 211. Stay on 211 for several miles until you see Clear Creek Road/Leatherwood Road (Forest Service Road 129) on the left. Continue on 129. Turn right onto 129D to the boat ramp.
Parking
Parking is available at the boat ramp.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
