Access Site
KY
Dyer Creek
City: Smithland, KY
County: Livingston County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 37.16178200, -88.41655200
Air Temp: --
Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ohio River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Dyer Creek is a public boat ramp located in Smithland, Livingston County, Kentucky, providing access to the Ohio River. It's one of six public access points in Livingston County and serves as a convenient launch point for boaters exploring this section of the river.
**Best For:** This ramp is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to access the Ohio River and its tributaries. The area offers opportunities for paddling the river itself or exploring nearby creeks. Anglers also use this access point for fishing. Note that some ramps in the area, including privately-owned facilities, may charge fees or have variable operating status, so it's worth confirming availability before your visit.
**Nearby Options:** If you're exploring the region, Livingston County also offers access at Carrsville, Birdsville, Givens Creek, and other public ramps. The Ohio River in this area (near Pool 52) provides extended paddling opportunities, and nearby attractions include Barkley Lake and Land Between the Lakes for alternative water recreation.
**Best For:** This ramp is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to access the Ohio River and its tributaries. The area offers opportunities for paddling the river itself or exploring nearby creeks. Anglers also use this access point for fishing. Note that some ramps in the area, including privately-owned facilities, may charge fees or have variable operating status, so it's worth confirming availability before your visit.
**Nearby Options:** If you're exploring the region, Livingston County also offers access at Carrsville, Birdsville, Givens Creek, and other public ramps. The Ohio River in this area (near Pool 52) provides extended paddling opportunities, and nearby attractions include Barkley Lake and Land Between the Lakes for alternative water recreation.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Ohio River - Pool 52
Located within
Barkley Lake
Located within
Ohio River - Smithland Pool
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