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Recreation Region: Cave Run Lake

Lakeview Vista

At Lakeview Vista, nature's beauty unfolds before your eyes. Perched on the edge of a Cave Run Lake, this vantage point offers breathtaking views of Cave Run Lake among the beautiful mountains of eastern Kentucky. This 8,270-acre lake provides flood protection to the lower Licking River valley, supplies water to area communities, improves water flow conditions on the Licking River and offers habitat for many species of fish and wildlife. The site has designated parking and trash collection.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

No fees are required for this site

Cumberland District Office and Visitor Center portal sign

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: 38.08833774

Longitude: -83.48354081

Directions

From I-64, take exit 133 (Farmers Sharkey) and go south on KY 801. At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on KY 801 S. Continue for 6.5 miles. The site will be on your right.

Parking

Parking is available at the site.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 8, 2025