Hazard City Access
Hazard City Access
Hazard City Access provides multiple boat launch ramps within the city of Hazard and throughout Perry County for accessing the North Fork Kentucky River, supporting paddling activities like kayaking, rafting, and floating.
The North Fork River Trail, with its trailhead behind City Hall, runs approximately 5 miles to the Perry County Park launch ramp and offers ample parking at both locations, along with a $5 rental fee per boat and additional amenities at the Perry County Park including free showers and camping facilities.
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