Poker Run Lake Cumberland

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Somerset, Kentucky hosts one of the top tourist
destinations in America in beautiful Lake Cumberland.

We offer several public and private access points to one of the crown jewels of recreational boating in the Southeastern United States. Whether you’re wanting to ski, wakeboard, tube, paddle, dock up in a cove, or grill out from the deck of a houseboat we encourage it all. Just make sure you come ready to float!

Lee’s Ford Marina

Located just 4 miles outside of Somerset, Lee’s Ford offers houseboat, jetski and harbor cottage rentals, and is home to the award-winning Harbor Restaurant & Tavern, which offers a dining experience overlooking the lake. Read More

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Raft Up

This event began as an attempt to break the world record with the largest numbers of boats rafted together simultaneously. That record was broken with 1,500 boats of all shapes and sizes, and has continued each year since. Read More

Lake Cumberland Poker Run

Rated one of the best poker runs in the country, this event features hundreds of boats, live music, light show and thousands in prize money. Read More

State Dock Reports a Record-Setting Lake Cumberland Poker Run Not only did last weekend’s Lake Cumberland Poker Run mark the 10th anniversary of the event being hosted by Lake Cumberland State Dock in Jamestown, Ky., the popular poker run held on Friday and Saturday had a record number of. Visit any 5 of the 9 marinas on the lake to make up your hand. There is no particular order to visit each marina. All Playing cards must be turned in by Saturday, 7:00 pm. Don’t forget to visit the legendary Harmon Creek to see the most amazing boats in the business! HAVE FUN – BE SAFE!

Boating & Watersports

Somerset is the Houseboat Capital of the World. Whether you’re looking for a place to set sail, or you’re interested in skiing, tubing, or wakeboarding, Lake Cumberland’s 63,000 surface acres are ready for you to do what you love on the water. Read More

Kayaking & Canoeing

Battle rapids or simply float down an abundance of local and regional waterways. From Pulaski County’s Buck Creek Blue Water Trail to the whitewater of Cumberland Falls, there are miles to paddle. Read More

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Fishing

Cast a line into one of America’s best kept fishing secrets. One of the nation’s best bass and crappie lakes, Lake Cumberland is perfect for anglers. Read More

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Crappie USA Tournament

Poker Run Lake Cumberland September 2020

Lake Cumberland is host to a 2-Day Super Event April 3-4 on the Crappie USA Tournament Trail. Anglers from across the nation vie for prize money and points standings. Read More

FLW Series Championship

This event will return to Lake Cumberland Nov. 5-7, and will feature 251 boats — including the top 25 pros and co-anglers from each of the eight FLW Series divisions — competing for a $200,000 top prize. Read More

TBF High School Fishing Tournaments

Lake Cumberland will host the The Bass Federation’s Student Angler Federation Kentucky State Championship March 28. Read More

2020 Lake Cumberland Events You Don’t Want To Miss!

Written by: Tourism

Best Kentucky Events & Festivals! Get your calendar and mark these dates down; then reserve your Lake Cumberland cabin, hotel, campground or lodge room! 2020 on Lake Cumberland is gearing up to be the most exciting one yet and there is lots to do for families and your Lake Cumberland friends!

June 12 – 14, 2020The Lake Cumberland State Dock Boat Show returns and will be bigger & better than last year! Tour the newest houseboats, cruisers, and run- abouts. Check out other boating related vendor booths and see the very latest in the industry. For additional information, call 270-343-2525. This is a great Lake Cumberland event for friends and family!

June 19 – 21, 2020Lake Cumberland Thunder Run is a Poker Run Sponsored by State Dock Marina and 2020 will be the 12th annual event! Come out and enjoy live entertainment at the first of two Poker Runs of the season! This is a super charged event and one not to miss! Lake Cumberland Thunder Run is a very popular event, so be sure to secure your lodging early! For a full list Lake Cumberland places to stay (Jamestown & Russell Springs) go to LakeCumberlandVacation.com.

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July 4th, 2020Fireworks over Lake Cumberland at dark is always a popular event, whether you are on the water or watching for the shoreline. Party at either Jamestown Marina or Lake Cumberland State Dock and enjoy the show!

August 1, 2020The World’s Largest Raft Up on Lake Cumberland is back! Grab your float, and raft up with us! Live entertainment will be performing all day on the party barge. For additional information, call 270-343-2525.

Aug. 6 – 9, 2020 – The World’s Longest 127 Sale is always the first Thursday through Sunday in August. The route spans 6 states (Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama) and is nearly 700 miles long. Highway 127 runs right through Jamestown and Russell Springs and we like to do it right — with loads of vendors and unique and hard to find items!

August 21 – 22, 2020 – Lake Cumberland Bluegrass Festival is one of the best Bluegrass events in Kentucky and 2020 marks the 17th Annual! Friday night concerts begin at 6:00 pm and Saturday festivities will start at noon. You will hear the best Bluegrass Music from National, Regional and some of the best local performers. If you go to only one Bluegrass Festival, make it this one! The event is always held on the 3rd weekend of August at the Russell Springs KOA Campground Stage . Festival Information: 270-566-1488. For a full list of Hotels, Motels, and Campgrounds, go to LakeCumberlandVacation.com.

September 11 – 13, 2020 – Lake Cumberland Poker Run – This is the biggest event on the lake all year, and one of the most exciting! Come out and see fast boats, eat some great food, and relax to fabulous music! For information on entering the Poker Run or just enjoying the sights and sounds, call the State Dock at 270-343-2525.

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Be sure to get your Lake Cumberland lodging early for these very popular events! For a full list of the best Lake Cumberland cabins, hotels, houseboat rentals & campgrounds Check Here!