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At 160,000 acres, Kentucky Lake is one of the world’s largest man-made bodies of water. Located only 3 hours from St. Louis and 6 hours from the Smoky Mountains, the lake was created in 1938 as the result of building the Kentucky Dam on the Tennessee River.
The lake is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, especially for those who love fishing, hunting, and boating. Outside better campgrounds, there are no designated sandy beaches and no lifeguards.
The Moss Creek Day Use Area on the north end of the Land Between The Lakes (the area between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley) is the most popular swimming area. It is a pebble beach with picnic tables, grills, and public bathrooms.
Address: Kentucky Lake, Buchanan, TN
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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