Canoeing and Kayaking

Canoeing and Kayaking

Paddle across the waters of Land Between the Lakes- where 300 miles of scenic, undeveloped shoreline await you! Whether you choose to paddle the expansive waters of Kentucky and Barkley Lakes or one of the many inland lakes throughout the peninsula, adventures for all skillsets abound. Make it a day trip, or pack your camping gear and disperse camp along the natural shoreline.

Looking for places to begin your paddling adventure and put in your canoe or kayak? Be sure to check out our Water Trails Interactive Map with paddling access points at Land Between the Lakes.

Didn’t bring a canoe or kayak? We have you covered! Energy Lake Campground offers seasonal canoe and kayak rentals. More details are below.

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Canoe and Kayak Rentals

Energy Lake Campground 

  • Daily from 9am-3pm, mid-May through mid-October
  • $15 per hour, per boat
  • Life jackets provided
  • Lake conditions and weather permitting
  • All rentals must be returned by 4pm
  • Life jackets included
  • Beach use is permitted for registered campers only

Schedule for Guided Paddle Adventures - coming in 2023