Kentucky swim report

Warmest water

The 5 warmest of 66 sensors reporting a water temperature in Kentucky today. Station names open the official monitoring page.

1. #1
   GREEN RIVER AT LOCK 1 AT SPOTTSVILLE, KYUSGS gauge
   83°F 29°C9 hrs ago
2. #2
   KENTUCKY RIVER AT LOCK 2 AT LOCKPORT, KYUSGS gauge · 7,080 ft³/s
   80°F 26°C8 hrs ago
3. #3
   GREEN RIVER AT GREENSBURG, KYUSGS gauge
   79°F 26°C9 hrs ago
4. #4
   TAYLORSVILLE LAKE NEAR TAYLORSVILLE, KYUSGS gauge
   79°F 26°C9 hrs ago
5. #5
   SALT RIVER AT MAIN RANGE RD NR WEST POINT, KYUSGS gauge
   79°F 26°C9 hrs ago

Active hazards in Kentucky

No water-related NWS hazards are active in Kentucky right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.

Where to swim in Kentucky

The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Kentucky — check each one’s live conditions before you go.

4.4(1,808)

Riverview Park

Park · Louisville, Kentucky

A scenic park along the Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky, Riverview Park offers sweeping views of the river and the surrounding valley. The park provides walking trails, picnic areas, and green space for families and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Ohio River corridor. Its elevated vantage points make it a popular spot for watching river traffic and enjoying sunsets over the water.

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4.6(1,710)

Lake Reba Park

Park · Richmond, Kentucky

600-acre lakeside park featuring a golf & mini-golf course, plus sports fields & an aquatic center.

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4.3(1,661)

McNeely Lake Park

Park · Louisville, Kentucky

Park with sports areas, trails, grills & a model-airplane field, plus a lake for fishing & boating.

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4.8(963)

Lake Cumberland

Lake · Kentucky

Created by the Wolf Creek Dam, this lake is a popular fishing & boating destination.

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4.7(627)

Paintsville Lake State Park

Park · Staffordsville, Kentucky

⛺Camping nearby

Hill-ringed, tree-filled recreation area boasting campgrounds, boats for rent, fishing & trails.

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4.8(456)

Cave Run Lake

Lake · Kentucky

⛺Camping nearby

Home to many fish species, this 8,270-acre man-made lake features swimming, beaches & boat charters.

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