Fenton Lake Access

**Location & Access:** Fenton Lake provides boat ramp access to Kentucky Lake on the Tennessee River in Trigg County, Kentucky. The ramp is located west of Cadiz—take US 68/80 W and look for the access point just before crossing the Kentucky Lake bridge. This convenient location makes it an easy entry point for paddlers and boaters heading onto the main lake.

**What to Expect:** Kentucky Lake is a large, relatively slow-moving impoundment of the Tennessee River, offering calm waters suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The Fenton Lake area provides access to extensive paddling and boating opportunities across the lake's many bays and creek arms. The region has multiple access points and facilities throughout, making it part of a well-developed lake recreation system in western Kentucky.

**Nearby Recreation:** Paddlers interested in exploring natural areas will find Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge nearby, offering opportunities to experience diverse ecosystems and wildlife viewing in the region. The proximity of multiple access areas around Kentucky Lake and the connecting Lake Barkley system means paddlers can plan extended trips or explore different sections of the waterway from various launch points.