|
Winding through the mountains and valleys of the Cumberland foothills, 28,000-acre Dale Hollow Lake straddles the Kentucky-Tennessee border.
Bass, rainbow trout, catfish, walleye and bluegill attract anglers, as does the lake's world record for smallmouth bass taken about a mile from the park's marina. Fly fishermen try their luck nearby on the Cumberland River.
The lake is known as a stopover for migratory birds, including more than 20 species of warblers that arrive in spring.
January is a good time to watch for bald eagles. Other wildlife commonly seen are wild turkey, white-tailed deer and fox.
Unusually clear waters make Dale Hollow Lake an excellent place to scuba dive. Towns and farms, submerged when the lake was expanded, provide
fascinating subjects for underwater exploration.
Dale Hollow is the only park in the Kentucky State Park system that offers campsites specifically designed for horse owners. The sites feature hitching posts and easy access to 15 miles of trails, which are also used by hikers and mountain bikers.
Facilities include a new wood and stone 60-room lodge and restaurant, swimming pool, a marina with pontoon and fishing boat rentals, a convention center and a golf course.
The park also has a 144-site year-round campground.
Outdoor Activities |
Surrounded by fall color, a hiker enjoys the view of Dale Hollow Lake.
Scuba diving is an increasingly popular activity at the park.
Dale Hollow State Park's equestrian campground is equipped with hitching posts and offers easy access to 13 miles of bridle trails.
|
