Natural swimming hole
Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach
Lake · Kentucky
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Lake Barkley State Resort Park, on the shore of Lake Barkley near Cadiz, has a public beach open seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with a bathhouse and sand volleyball courts. The public beach is open to all park visitors and is separate from the park's outdoor and indoor pools, which are for lodge and cottage guests. Swimming in Lake Barkley is the park's main summer draw alongside its marina and campground.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Shallow beach entry into Lake Barkley |
| Best season | Memorial Day-Labor Day |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Seasonal beach hours, Memorial Day through Labor Day |
| Parking | Parking at Lake Barkley State Resort Park, 3500 State Park Road, Cadiz |
| Amenities | restrooms, volleyball courts |
| County | Trigg County |
| Nearest town | Cadiz |
| Safety notes | There are no lifeguards on the beaches at Lake Barkley; swimming is at your own risk. The lodge pools are for lodge and cottage guests only - day visitors should use the public beach. |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach?
Yes — Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Kentucky. Heads-up: There are no lifeguards on the beaches at Lake Barkley; swimming is at your own risk. The lodge pools are for lodge and cottage guests only - day visitors should use the public beach.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
When is the best time to visit Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach?
The best season is typically Memorial Day-Labor Day.
Is Lake Barkley State Resort Park - Public Beach safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: There are no lifeguards on the beaches at Lake Barkley; swimming is at your own risk. The lodge pools are for lodge and cottage guests only - day visitors should use the public beach.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — swim at your own risk.