Natural swimming hole
Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes
Lake · Kentucky
About this swimming hole
Moss Creek Day Use Area, in the northern section of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area just south of Grand Rivers, is a popular, free public swimming spot on Kentucky Lake. The shoreline is pebbly rather than sandy, and the calm water is used for swimming, floating and kayaking. Picnic tables and grills are scattered through the day-use area at the end of Forest Service Road 106.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Pebbly shoreline with shallow entry into Kentucky Lake; water shoes recommended |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Large parking area at Moss Creek Day Use Area, at the end of Forest Service Road 106 in northern Land Between the Lakes |
| Amenities | picnic tables, restrooms |
| County | Lyon County |
| Nearest town | Grand Rivers |
| Safety notes | No lifeguards on duty. The beach is pebbly, so water shoes are highly recommended. |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes?
Yes — Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes is listed as a natural swimming spot in Kentucky. Heads-up: No lifeguards on duty. The beach is pebbly, so water shoes are highly recommended.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes require reservations?
No reservations are required at Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Moss Creek Day Use Area - Land Between the Lakes?
The best season is typically May-September.