Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about Lake Cumberland State Park Recreation Area.
Q:Does Lake Cumberland have a Visitor Center?
A:Yes! The Visitors Center is located in Somerset, KY. The Visitors Center is open Monday through Friday 7:30 A.M - 4:00 P.M. Eastern Time, except Federal Holidays.
Q:What is the deepest part of the lake?
A:The deepest part of Lake Cumberland is 200 feet at 723' pool elevation and is located in the original river channel near the dam.
Q:How big is Lake Cumberland?
A:The lake is 101 miles long, has 1255 miles of shoreline and 66,000 surface acres.
Q:How deep is the Lake Cumberland?
A:The average depth of the lake is 90 feet.
Q: What kind of fish are in the lake?
A:Largemouth bass, small mouth bass, white bass, Kentucky bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Catfish, Walleye and Striper Bass.
Q:What is the recommended stay duration?
A:Minimalist (4 Days)
Driving/Sightseeing: ½ Day
Hiking/Exploring/Houseboating: 3 Days
Activities/Tours/Special Programs: ½ Day
Adventurist (6 Days)
Driving/Sightseeing: 1 Day
Hiking/Exploring/Houseboating: 4 Days
Activities/Tours/Special Programs: 1 Day
Notes: Lake Cumberland is a reservoir in Kentucky. 1,255 miles or shoreline and the lake covers 64,530 acres. A number of record fish have been taken from Lake Cumberland. Rent a houseboat and enjoy the like first hand. Fishing, boating or just relax on the houseboat. Scenic drives consist of Wilderness Road Heritage Scenic Byway along this road you can discover the West's settlement and historic spots of the Civil War. Cumberland Gap National Historic Park is a history preserve. A 93 mile route that leads to Renfro Valley. Check out the Pioneer Playhouse a outdoor theater depicting the pioneering days. Somerset Falls Family Park and Somersplash Water Park are also great activities for the family. Explore Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
