Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:14 PM)
- Water level
- 1.83 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 22 min agoSource: USGS station 03437500 — SOUTH FORK LITTLE RIVER AT HOPKINSVILLE, KY · 21.1 mi from Lake Barkley
Launch Light & Moon — June 26
local timeWaxing Gibbous (87% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow)
| Location | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Barkley |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 36.795430, -87.995754 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Trigg County |
Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Barkley in Kentucky at coordinates 36.79543, -87.99575.
Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) is a public boat launch on Lake Barkley in Trigg 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 Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow)
Is Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) free to use?
Yes, Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) is a public boat launch with free access in Kentucky.
What water does Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) access?
Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) provides boat launch access to Lake Barkley in Kentucky.
How do I get to Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow)?
Central Hardwoods Scenic Trail Trailhead (Devil's Elbow) is located at coordinates 36.795430, -87.995754 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
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 4.7 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.