Facility · Kentucky ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Cave Run Lake (Recreation Reservoir) · Open Access
Claylick Boat Ramp is located on Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland District.
Cave Run Lake is nestled among the beautiful mountains of eastern Kentucky. Built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this 8,270 lake provides flood protection to the lower Licking River valley and supplies water to area communities, improves water flow conditions on the Licking River, and offers habitat for many species of fish and wildlife. The lake is known for its excellent muskie fishing.
Nearby Facilities: Claylick Boat-in Campground
Claylick Boat-in Campground has 13 primitive campsites, and must be entered by boat or by walking in from the nearby Claylick Boat Ramp parking lot. Boat moorings are available at the campground for those who boat in.
You must comply with all regulations established by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources concerning fishing, boating and waterway safety laws. Licenses and regulation guides are available at most retail stores.
From I-64, take exit 133 and go south on KY 801. In 13.7 miles, 801 merges directly onto KY 1274. After another 1.9 miles, turn right onto Forest Service Road 968 (Claylick Road). The boat ramp is located at the end of the road.
38.05935, -83.46478 · 38°3'33.6"N 83°27'53.2"W
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 41 | 46 | 55 | 67 | 75 | 82 | 86 | 85 | 79 | 68 | 56 | 45 |
| Low °F | 25 | 27 | 33 | 42 | 52 | 61 | 65 | 63 | 56 | 45 | 35 | 29 |
| Precip in | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 5.2 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 3.2 | 4.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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