About Laurel River Lake
Laurel River Lake is situated within the boundaries of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail passes through the Laurel damsite.
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Laurel River Lake
Keavy, Kentucky · Laurel County
Laurel River Lake is situated within the boundaries of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail passes through the Laurel damsite.
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36.95712, -84.26694
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Weather at Laurel River Lake
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Heavy Rain
67°/62°
💧 40%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:04 AM ↓ 5:36 PM
Thu
Overcast
62°/51°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:05 AM ↓ 5:35 PM
Fri
Light Drizzle
67°/49°
🌬 9mph
↑ 7:06 AM ↓ 5:34 PM
Sat
Light Drizzle
56°/39°
🌬 9mph
↑ 7:07 AM ↓ 5:33 PM
Sun
Overcast
58°/38°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:08 AM ↓ 5:32 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From London, KY, 20 mi E on KY 192 to KY 1193.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Facilities at Laurel River Lake
This recreation area contains 1 facilities — campgrounds, trailheads, and visitor centers.
Plan Your Visit to Laurel River Lake
Heading to Laurel River Lake? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
References & Official Resources
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