Houseboat Vacations in Kentucky

Houseboat Vacations in Kentucky

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Kentucky may best be known for horse racing; however, that's not the state's only attraction. Home to many large lakes, Kentucky is a popular place for house boating. You can cruise along shorelines with sheer rock cliffs and view waterfalls cascading into the lakes. For a unique vacation experience, consider renting a houseboat in one of Kentucky's lakes.

Lake Cumberland - Lake Cumberland State Dock

Lake Cumberland offers 1,200 miles of shoreline to explore, with many private coves where you can anchor for the night. Rent a houseboat from Lake Cumberland State Dock and spend a weekend or week relaxing on the water. Activities to enjoy while on board include relaxing in the hot tub, swimming and taking a trip down the waterslide. A large selection of boats in all sizes are available. If you have your own ski boat, it can be towed in the back of your houseboat for easy access for skiing and tubing.

Lake Cumberland State Dock
6365 State Park Road
Jamestown, KY 42629
888-782-8336
Statedock.com

Lake Barkley - Waterway Adventures

Lake Barkley is the biggest body of fresh water between the Gulf of Mexico and the Great Lakes. Waterway Adventures offers houseboat rentals in four models, ensuring you'll find one to fit your needs. Large groups may want to consider the Mystic model, which includes a water slide, outdoor shower and air compressor for inflation of water toys. The wanderer model is great for a getaway for two or a small family. If you decide to take a break and go back on land, visit the Lakes National Recreation area, which offers hiking, camping and horseback riding in a scenic, wooded setting.

Waterway Adventures - Green Turtle Bay
265 Nautical Dr
Grand Rivers, KY 42045
270-362-0121
Waterwayadventures.com

Dale Hollow Lake -- Wisdom Dock

Dale Hollow Lake offers some of the clearest water around in the heart of the Cumberland Mountains. Renting a houseboat from Wisdom Dock is sure to guarantee a relaxing vacation. Spend the day on the deck of your boat fishing. The current world-record smallmouth bass was caught in the lake. Who knows? Maybe you'll catch the next record-holder. Other activities include tubing or waterskiing from your boat. Eight boats in different sizes are available for rent. Most accommodate up to 12 people, making a houseboat vacation at Dale Hollow Lake ideal for a large family gathering.

Wisdome Dock
7613 Wisdom Dock Road
Albany, KY 42602
606-387-5821
Wisdomdock.com

Article Written By Sarah Schreiber

Sarah Schreiber has been writing since 2004, with professional experience in the nonprofit and educational sectors as well as small business. She now focuses on writing about travel, education and interior decorating and has been published on Trazzler and various other websites. Schreiber received a Bachelor of Arts in mass communications.

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