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Lake Barkley

Kentucky

321Listings$3K-$3.6M$66MTotal Value
Lake Barkley, Kentucky

The Lake Barkley real estate market is the third largest marketplace for lake property in Kentucky and Tennessee.

Normally there are around 130 lake homes for sale at Lake Barkley, and around 270 listings for lots and land.

Lake Barkley is a mid-sized Kentucky and Tennessee lake and has 1,000 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport, Nashville International Airport, is 109 miles away.

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About Lake Barkley

Spanning Two States

Lake Barkley covers 57,000 acres, making it a massive lake with plenty of space and more choices for lake living. It was formed by the damming of the Cumberland River and flows into Tennessee.

It is connected with Kentucky Lake by a dam, which runs parallel for over 50 miles, and is separated by the Land Between the Lake National Recreation Area.

The Trigg County Hospital in Cadiz is the closest one on the Kentucky side, and the Barkley Regional Airport provides travel opportunities. The Nashville International Airport is also accessible from the area.

There are several grocery stores west of the lakes including Price Less IGA, Brewers Grocery, Kroger, and Food Giant.

Fun on the Water and the Shore

Boasting 1,000 miles of shoreline, Lake Barkley is one of the best lakes for exploring. Its wooded shores are the perfect backdrop for a day on the water.

You are likely to be paddling along with mallards, wood ducks, and other waterfowl. Bald eagles, lakeside deer, and a variety of birds can also be spotted.

The waters see a variety of watercraft, including pontoons, motorboats, jet skis, bass boats, kayaks, and canoes.

An angler will know Lake Barkley for its fishing. This lake is world-renowned for its bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, and sauger.

Land Between the Lakes

Land Between the Lakes is a 17,000-acre park between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake. Its wildlife, scenery, and activities attract over one million visitors a year.

The park features 500 miles of trails that can be explored on foot, bike, or on horseback. The Turkey Bay OHV Area is located within the park. It features 100 miles of off-roading trails for ATVs, side by side vehicles, and jeeps.

The Elk and Bison Prairie is a 700-acre enclosure where the mammals and their young freely roam. Tour the grasslands in the summer to see a variety of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers.

A Place of Opportunity

If you’re looking for a place with an opportunity for choice and adventure, Lake Barkley is a perfect place to call home.

Lake Overview

  • 1,000mi. of Shoreline
  • 15ft. Avg. Depth
  • 68ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    State Park (Some)
    National Park (Most)
  • Year Built
    1966
  • Managed By US Army Corps of Engineers
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    58,000
  • Public Boat Ramps
    1
  • Water Level
    Full Pool Year Round

Information

  • Counties: Houston County, Livingston County, Lyon County, Stewart County, Trigg County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, White Crappie
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Notable events: Fishing Tournament, Lake Barkley Quilt Show, Annual Blast Over Kuttawa, Festivals, Concerts
  • Sailing clubs: Kentucky Lake Sailing Club
  • Interesting facts: The water temperature average is 45 to 65 during winter months and 70 to 80 during the summer months
  • History: Named after Alben W. Barkley, the 35th vice president of the United States.

Amenities

Marinas
Bumpus Mills Resort and Marina
(931) 232-5238
197 Marina Rd
Bumpus Mills, TN 37028
(270) 388-2271
7612 KY-93
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-9563
1709 Lake Barkley Dr
Kuttawa, KY 42055
(270) 924-6081
4200 State Park Rd
Cadiz, KY 42211
Golf Courses
(270) 924-9076
2711 Blue Spring Rd
Cadiz, KY 42211
(931) 645-7479
1514 Golf Club Ln
Clarksville, TN 37043
(270) 388-3673
48 Finch Ln
Eddyville, KY 42038
Campgrounds
(931) 232-8831
764 Forest Trail
Bumpus Mills, TN 37028
(270) 924-2000
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 388-0289
30 Dryden Rd
Eddyville, KY 42038
(270) 924-2270
5501 Energy Lake Rd
Golden Pond, KY 42211
(270) 522-3762
1777 Prizer Point Rd
Cadiz, KY 42211
(270) 924-1131
3500 State Park Rd
Cadiz, KY 42211
(270) 924-2201
5100 Laura Furnace Rd
Golden Pond, KY 42211

Nearby

Hospitals
(931) 289-4211
5001 E Main St
Erin, TN 37061
Airports
Nashville International Airport
1 Terminal Drive Nashville, TN 37214
109 miles away
Barkley Regional Airport
2901 Fisher Rd West Paducha, KY 42086
41 miles away