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**Location & Access:** Clear Creek Access Ramp is located at 15 Old KY 53 Road in Shelbyville, within Clear Creek Park. From KY 53, turn right onto Burks Branch Road, then right into Clear Creek Park where the ramp is situated. The facility provides easy water access for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats onto Shelby Lake, a 64-acre impoundment on Clear Creek.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The well-maintained ramp is operated by the Shelbyville/Shelby County Parks and Recreation Department and offers convenient boat launching. Bank access is also available for anglers and paddlers. The park includes a marina with additional services and a supply shop. RV camping is available seasonally (March through November) with both primitive and pull-through options for those planning extended visits.
**Recreation Opportunities:** The lake provides a scenic setting for paddling and fishing, with the surrounding rural area offering opportunities to observe local wildlife including deer and turkey. This location works well for recreational paddlers and anglers looking for a manageable-sized lake environment in the central Kentucky region.