Clay Lick Ramp

Clay Lick Boat Ramp provides access to Cave Run Lake, an 8,270-acre reservoir nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky. Located on the eastern shore near Morehead, this is a straightforward access point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The ramp serves both day-use boaters and those accessing the nearby Clay Lick Boat-In Campground, which features 13 primitive campsites. Note that fishing is not permitted directly from the ramp area, but is allowed once on the water.

**Directions and Practical Details:** From I-64 exit 133, take KY 801 south for 13.7 miles until it merges onto KY 1274. Continue 1.9 miles and turn right onto Forest Service Road 968 (Clay Lick Road) to reach the ramp at road's end. The facility offers parking for both boat trailers and walk-in visitors. The Clay Lick Boat-In Campground is accessible either by water (with boat moorings available) or by an approximately half-mile walk from the parking lot. Several other campgrounds, including Twin Knobs and Boat Gunnel Group Campground, are located within 10 miles if you're planning an extended visit to the area.

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...

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 CampgroundClaylick 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.

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