There’s no shortage of outdoor adventures to be had in the Bluegrass State, with our numerous lakes and rivers providing the very best playground all year round. Boating, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, fishing, and tubing… we’re never shy about spending a day on the water here in the Bluegrass. For paddling enthusiasts in Kentucky, Grayson Lake offers a day on the water filled with a enchanting alcoves, trickling waterfalls, and a magical hidden grotto sure to capture your imagination.
Grayson Lake is located between Lexington and the West Virginia border, and is peak Bluegrass State beauty. The Kentucky State Park spans just over 1,500 acres, the majority of which is its namesake, Grayson Lake.
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The area was originally a favorite site of the Shawnee and Cherokee Indians. Sheer sandstone canyons and gentle slopes are the most distinctive characteristics of this park, whose terrain is wholly unique and wondrous.
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There is so much outdoor beauty to experience at this glorious lake, and the best way to explore is paddling around its waters on a kayak, which allows for the most immersive and up-close experience of the lake’s striking rock formations and hidden grottos.
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In fact, this Kentucky lake is considered by many paddlers to be the best blueway east of the Mississippi!
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What makes paddling Grayson Lake so special is the number of unique formations and hidden grottos, which beckon intrepid explorers to choose their very own adventure.
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Grotto Falls is the must-visit destination on Grayson Lake, and kayakers can even paddle behind the falls. Go after a heavy rainfall, and the waterfall will be utterly resplendent!
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Secret alcoves and hidden crannies can be found all along the lake’s shores, all but guaranteeing you’ll discover something new when you paddle here!
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Grayson Lake is a glorious oasis that’s full of natural wonders and secret treasures. We’d say we’re surprised, but we’re not: Kentucky really is a place with immeasurable sublimity that will light up your soul.
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Have you been paddling at Grayson Lake State Park before? Did you know about the magical hidden grotto at this glorious Kentucky State Park?
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