Trip sponsors Jan Rugaber & Judy Thompson

This huge recreation area has 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline, Water Trails, abundant wildlife, designated birding spots with 30 pairs of nesting eagles, diverse camping opportunities, an elk & bison refuge, rich history and interesting shorelines. Fall colors should be at a peak during our event.  

Camping:   We will stay Hillman Ferry campground.  Jan will be in section C3, site 57.

Itinerary:   Arrival & departure days and time are optional based on your availability.

Thursday October 8:  Arrive and set up camp. Campground check-in begins at 4:30pm

Friday October 9:  Lake Barkley near Honker Bay.  In the Honker Bay refuge area we can do an easy hike around Honker Lake or 2 mile (each way) woodland hike to the Woodlands Nature Watch Station (admission $7.00 and open 10-5pm).  

Saturday October 10:  Kentucky Lake Campsite Launch, destination TBD.  Expect to paddle 10-12 miles round trip.  We can explore the bays and shoreline looking for eagles and other wildlife.

Friday or Saturday Evening: Visit the Elk & Bison Prairie. This time of year the elk have massive racks and can be heard bugling

Sunday October 11:  Optional Day

• ·       Paddle- Launch from campsite and explore North Kentucky Lake
• ·       Hiking trails: Canal Loop Trails Variety of Loops 1-11miles
• ·       Kentucky Dam & Locks and Visitor Center
• ·       1850’s Working Farm
• ·       Golden Pond Planetarium
• ·       Elk & Bison Prairie

Directions:  Enter Land Between the Lakes North Entrance (I-24 to KY-453 south (exit 31). KY-453 becomes 100 as you enter LBL. Turn right on 110 and follow signs to Hillman Ferry Camping Area).

Equipment:  Standard kayak safety equipment.

Skill Level:  Able to paddle above distances with possible wind.

Current Forecast:  Daytime High – Low 70s. Nighttime Low- Low 50s. Updates will be sent prior to the trip.

Questions or Register:   Register on the HCKC site or contact Jan Rugaber (shodan5834@yahoo.com) or Judy Thompson (judy_thom@hotmail.com).

If you have not done so for this year, PLEASE FILL OUT THE NEW E-WAIVER.   HCKC is moving to a new electronic waiver system instead of our old paper waiver.  This only needs to be completed once each year.  If you have already submitted your e-waiver, you do not need to do it again until next year.  If you are bringing a non-member guest, they should use this e-waiver.

HCKC E-Waiver: https://hoosiercanoeclub.org/E-Waiver/