Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (9:02 PM)
- Water temp
- 51°F · cold-water risk
- Water level
- 1.85 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 Cumberland
Updated 46 min agoSource: USGS station 03414002 — CUMBERLAND RIVER AT LONG BOTTOM NEAR ROWENA, KY · 14.3 mi from Lake Cumberland
Launch Light & Moon — June 22
local timeFirst Quarter (47% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Lake Cumberland
| Location | Rankin, Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Cumberland |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 36.923677, -84.847175 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Wayne County |
Lake Cumberland is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Cumberland in Rankin, Kentucky at coordinates 36.92368, -84.84717. Data published by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KY KDFWR).
Lake Cumberland is a public boat launch on Lake Cumberland in Rankin, Wayne 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 Lake Cumberland
Is Lake Cumberland free to use?
Yes, Lake Cumberland is a public boat launch with free access in Rankin, Kentucky.
What water does Lake Cumberland access?
Lake Cumberland provides boat launch access to Lake Cumberland in Rankin, Kentucky.
How do I get to Lake Cumberland?
Lake Cumberland is located at coordinates 36.923677, -84.847175 in Rankin, 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 Lake Cumberland includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.6 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.