Kentucky Department of Parks

Kenlake State Resort Park Located on the mid-west shore of Kentucky Lake, with the longest shoreline of any man-made lake in the eastern United States, Kenlake is the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors.

Calendar of Events

All special events are subject to change and may be cancelled or postponed by the Kentucky Department of Parks due to unforeseen circumstances. Please confirm event schedule prior to arrival for date, time and fee information, especially if you plan to visit a Kentucky State Park for a specific event. Event details and contact information for all 52 Kentucky State Parks can be found on this website.

Kenlake's Visit with the Eagles
2/6/2009 to 2/8/2009

Event has been cancelled.

Kenlake's Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament
2/13/2009

Event has been cancelled.

Kenlake Indoor Spring Classic - 12's & 16's
3/13/2009 to 3/15/2009

Event Cancelled.

Kenlake Indoor Spring Classic B&G 14's & 18's
3/27/2009 to 3/29/2009

Event Cancelled

Kenlake's Scenic Road Rally Event
3/28/2009 to 3/29/2009

Join in the excitement and fun of a Road Rally. Similar to a scavenger hunt, this event is sure to bring you many memories to store and take pictures as you roll from site to site. This event is growing in popularity and quickly becoming one of the most favorite of travelers to participate! A Road Rally is a driving tour in the country, on public roads where groups compete in a very casual setting for points to win prizes. Any street legal vehicle can enter. A minimum of two people per vehicle is required (one driver and one navigator). More people per vahicle is beneficial. Each vechicle is a "TEAM". The objective of the Rally is to have an enjoyable drive in the country while viewing the beauty that nature has to offer! Must have VALID driver's License and Proof of Vehicle insurance.Due to safety, NO ALCOHOL OR PETS ALLOWED ... Package rate of $268 for double occupancy room includes; Room for two nights, dinner Fri, Breakfast Dinner Sat, and Sun breakfast. This rate includes the Rally Fee... For more info call: 1-800-325-0143...or visit www.scenicroadrallies.com

Kenlake's Bowfishing 101
4/17/2009 to 4/18/2009

Bowfishing 101 is a FREE introduction to Bowfishing. The event includes a classroom style seminar using power point for questions and answers, and also a HANDS-ON demonstration with instruction for bowfishing. While in the classroom, you will learn about the basic Bowfishing equipment, types of fish to hunt, safe bowfishing practices, the times of the year best suited for bowfishing, different ways to go bowfishing, how to handle the fish after they have been shot, and proper fish cleaning and disposal. You will learn to shoot by means of a simulated hunt situation. Once you are familiar with shooting we'll take you for a target shoot with prizes awarded. In your outing, you will usually be hunting for Carp, Gar, Buffalo, Catfish and Drum. Bowfishing is the fastest growing archery activity today that everyone can participate in. Including men, women, and children, which makes this a great family outing. The agenda is as follows: A meet and greet on Friday, with the seminar beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, with door prizes and awards given out all day. Package price: $59.00 for room (excluding tax)

Kenlake's Camper Appreciation
4/24/2009 to 4/26/2009

Kenlake is offering two nights of camping for the price of one with special recreation activities planned throughout the weekend. pay for Friday night and get Saturday night FREE!!!

Kenlake's Fishing For Fun Day
6/6/2009

Let's go fishing! Join in on a day filled with fun, laughter, and making memories. This event is held at Kenlake State Resort Park's Marina on Kentucky Lake. This Saturday is set aside for FREE Fishing in Kentucky. So bring a kid to Kenlake on Saturday, June 6th for a day of fishing fun. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. The schedule is as follows: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. fishing, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. lunch and door prize drawings. This event is brought to you by Kenlake State Resort Park, Benton Wal-Mart, and Kenlake Marina where we bring kids, fishing and fun together.

Kenlake's Summer Day Camp
6/15/2009 to 6/19/2009

Event has been cancelled.

Hot August Blues Festival
8/28/2009 to 8/30/2009

Best Blues around! This year the THIRD DAY comes back to the festival. Aug 27th, 28th, and 29th !! THREE days of the hottest blues music in town! If you like blues music or just having fun, you don't want to miss this. Entertainers to be announced. The festival is held at Kenlake's amphitheater, on the shores of beautiful Kentucky Lake. Held Rain or Shine.

Kentucky Lake Bluegrass Festival
9/25/2009 to 9/26/2009

Once again it is time for a tradition at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. For over three decades they have held a Buffalo Dinner. Our Buffalo dinner includes a variety of Buffalo recipes, chicken and fish, assorted vegetables, salads and a dessert bar. Enjoy a weekend filled with opportunities to learn about the Native American culture through demonstrations, storytelling, bow making,hands-on pottery making, corn husk doll making, and basket weaving. Call for information.

Kenlake's Campers Fall Celebration
10/9/2009 to 10/10/2009

Pay for one Friday night camping, get Saturday night free with planned recreation for the family. A fun way to spend the weekend together. Don't forget to bring the camera!

Kenlake's Little Spooky Spooks Festival
10/24/2009

Dress up in your costume, if you wish, and come join us at Kenlake State Resort Park for a frightening good time as we celebrate Halloween early! Make a unique craft, see some spooky animals, listen to our storyteller wave spooky tales. Lots of candy and refreshments $3.00 per person

Kenlake's Fall Indoor Tennis Classic B&G 12's & 16
11/20/2009 to 11/22/2009

USTA tennis tournament for boys and girls age divisions 12's and 16's (singles divisions only). There is a $30.00 flat fee with a free t-shirt. All USTA tournament rules govern play. The tournament is a full feed-in. A USTA certified referee provided during play. Most matches will begin on Saturday at 8:00a.m. if possible and only after 6:00 p.m. if necessary on Friday evening... This gives players plenty of time to finish school classes and still have time to drive to the tourney. Check with the tournament desk for any questions. Players will be notified as to their fist match play times by Wednesday prior to the weekend.

Kenlake Indoor Fall Classic B&G 14's & 18's
12/4/2009 to 12/6/2009

USTA tennis tournament for boys and girls ages 12s' & 16s' (singles only) $30.00 flat fee with a free t-shirt. All USTA tournament rules will govern play. The tournament is a full feed in with consolation. USTA certified referee provided during play. Registraion deadline: NO LATER than the SUnday prior to the tournament weekend; and fee is: $30.00 per player.

Kenlake's Holiday in the Park/Open House
12/13/2009

Bring the kids out to enjoy the Christmas trees decorated by area homemaker groups in the upper lobby and vote for your favorite one. Watch the kid's eyes light up with a visit from SANTA! Crafts and pictures with Santa. Cookies and punch will be available. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Kenlake's "Motown New Year's Eve" Celebration
12/31/2009

A Motown New Year's Eve!! Step Back in time with us and dance the night away and GROOVE to the sounds of Motown! Dance starts approximately at 9:00 p.m. and carries through the NEW YEAR up to 1:00 a.m. Refreshments provided and fun is guaranteed !!$150 package price based on double occupancy for room and dance. Ticket prices for the dance ONLY is: $46 per couple or $23 per single... Deadline for registration is 12/28/09

 

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Contact Information

Kenlake State Resort Park
542 Kenlake Road
Hardin, KY 42048-9737
270-474-2211
800-325-0143
Kenlake@ky.gov
Park Manager: John Rittenhouse