Clifton Boat Ramp
Clifton Boat Ramp
Clifton Boat Ramp is the highest access point on Kentucky River Pool 4, featuring a paved single-lane ramp suitable for light trailerable recreational boats.
Located in Woodford County near Versailles (take Clifton Road/KY 1964 to Buck Run Road), the ramp is available year-round 24 hours with unpaved parking and no launch fee, though there is a small private marina nearby with a membership fee.
This upstream location provides access to 20 miles of calm water between Clifton and Frankfort, making it ideal for boating and paddling.
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