Smith Bay Boat Ramp
Smith Bay Boat Ramp
Smith Bay Boat Ramp is a year-round, free-access launch point on Kentucky Lake featuring a single paved ramp suitable for light trailerable recreational boats.
The facility offers unpaved parking with capacity for 25 or fewer vehicles, along with year-round picnic areas and camping, plus seasonal restrooms and handicap facilities.
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