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**Location & Access:**
The David L. Hayes Boat Ramp provides public access to Dale Hollow Lake and the Wolf River in Burkesville, Clinton County, Kentucky, located near the Tennessee-Kentucky border. The ramp is situated within Dale Hollow State Park in the Cumberland Plateau region of the Appalachian Mountains, offering convenient launch facilities for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters.
**What to Expect:**
This access point serves paddlers exploring Dale Hollow Lake, a scenic 27,000-acre impoundment created by Dale Hollow Dam (completed in 1943). The lake offers excellent opportunities for paddling, fishing, and scenic recreation along its mountainous shoreline. The ramp also provides access to the Wolf River system for those seeking river paddling experiences.
**Nearby Amenities:**
Two campgrounds are located within 10 miles of the ramp—Willow Grove Campground and Lillydale Campground and Day Use Area—both offering reservable sites for overnight visitors. These facilities make David L. Hayes an excellent basecamp for multi-day paddling trips or weekend getaways in this popular vacation destination along the state line.