Warix Run Boat Ramp
Warix Run Boat Ramp is located off of KY 801 and provides direct access to 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 site includes parking, signage, trash collection, security lighting and a courtesy dock.
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General Information
Open year-round
Open 24 hours/day
Day Use: $5/day; $7/3 day; $50 annual per vehicle.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount.
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: 38.08452248
Longitude: -83.44457226
Directions
From I-64, take exit 133 (Farmers Sharkey) and go south on KY 801. Proceed about 12 miles and turn right on Forest Service Road 1179.
Parking
Parking is available near the boat ramp.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Vault toilets meet accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
