Barkley Dam Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:06 PM)
- Water level
- 2.11 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Lake Barkley
Updated 20 min agoSource: USGS station 03437500 — SOUTH FORK LITTLE RIVER AT HOPKINSVILLE, KY · 21.1 mi from Lake Barkley
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (87% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Barkley Dam Boat Ramp
| Location | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Barkley |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (11 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.028321, -88.223972 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lyon |
Barkley Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Barkley in Kentucky at coordinates 37.02832, -88.22397. Rated 4.6/5 based on 11 Google reviews.
Barkley Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Lake Barkley in Lyon County, Kentucky. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barkley Dam Boat Ramp
Is Barkley Dam Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Barkley Dam Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Kentucky.
How is Barkley Dam Boat Ramp rated?
Barkley Dam Boat Ramp has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 11 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Barkley Dam Boat Ramp access?
Barkley Dam Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Lake Barkley in Kentucky.
How do I get to Barkley Dam Boat Ramp?
Barkley Dam Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 37.028321, -88.223972 in Kentucky. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Barkley Dam Boat Ramp includes 6 other public boat ramps within 1.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.