Fishtrap Lake Shelters
Fishtrap Lake — lakeside, fishing
Location: SHELBIANA, KY, KY
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 2 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
Nestled among mountains and dense forests, the Fishtrap Lake area will appeal to anyone who loves boating, fishing or hiking. A man-made lake surrounded by natural beauty, Fishtrap Lake was created to help control flooding along the Ohio and Big Sandy Rivers. The lake’s location allows visitors to choose from endless recreational opportunities, whether its water sports on the lake, hiking on nearby trails or picnicking in the picturesque group area.Downtown Pikeville is 20 minutes North from pro
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/fishtrap-lake-shelters to be notified when sites open up.
Fishtrap Lake offers excellent boating, fishing, and hiking opportunities nestled in mountains and dense forests. Campers appreciate it as a quiet, scenic spot to relax and fish, though facilities are minimal.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Elk, Wild Turkey, Great Blue Herons, Eastern Box Turtles, and River Cooters present in the area.
Insider tips for Fishtrap Lake Shelters: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 4 tent sites. No hookups available, so plan accordingly for tent camping. Boat launch is on-site for water recreation.
Skip Fishtrap Lake Shelters if: You need electrical or water hookups.. You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities.. You visit outside May-October season..
Best time to visit Fishtrap Lake Shelters: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..
Nearby campgrounds: John W. Flannagan Day Use (HAYSI, VA), Lower Twin Campground (Va) (Haysi, VA), Pound River Campground (Va) (Clintwood, VA), Cranesnest Campground (Va) (Clintwood, VA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Fishtrap Lake Shelters
Cell signal at Fishtrap Lake Shelters (SHELBIANA, KY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Nestled among mountains and dense forests, the Fishtrap Lake area will appeal to anyone who loves boating, fishing or hiking. A man-made lake surrounded by natural beauty, Fishtrap Lake was created to help control flooding along the Ohio and Big Sandy Rivers. The lake’s location allows visitors to choose from endless recreational opportunities, whether its water sports on the lake, hiking on nearby trails or picnicking in the picturesque group area.Downtown Pikeville is 20 minutes North from project which provides; Hatfield Mccoy History tours, Dueling Barrel Brewery and Distillery, Kayaking, Horse Trails, Zipline, Jenny Wiley Theatre, and EXPO Center.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 4 tent sites.
No hookups available, so plan accordingly for tent camping.
Boat launch is on-site for water recreation.
Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From US-460/Shelbiana Road, continue approximately five miles, then make a slight right onto Kentucky Route 1789/Fishtrap Road. Continue three miles to the Fishtrap Lake Dam Site Recreation Area. Shelter # 1 is the first right turn after entering the dam site, located approximately one mile below the dam. Located along the same road, Shelter #2 is the second shelter on the right near the end of the recreation area. Fishtrap Lakes' Grapevine Recreation Area is located along State Route 194 at Phy
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Fishtrap Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Fishtrap Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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