Clear Creek Hollow Trail Parking
Hiking area
5 (22)
Clear Creek Fitness Trail, Pineville, KY 40977
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Creek Reference With Documented Trail ContextKY
Clear Creek
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Plan the Clear Creek Hollow trail near Pineville without assuming the historic tunnel-side pool is authorized or borrowing all Pine Mountain resort facilities.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Use authorized entrances and obey current notices. Do not jump, dive or use rope swings or natural rock slides.
Water type
Creek Reference With Documented Trail Context
Access
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
Confirm the destination and activity charge; no blanket free-access claim.
Best season
Check the named destination, current notices and weather before choosing a date
Nearby towns
Corbin, Pineville, Barbourville
Water body
Clear Creek Near Pineville
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Corbin, Pineville, Barbourville
Access location not verified
BARBOURVILLE, KY
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
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Clear Creek near Pineville: start with the named trail
This account concerns Clear Creek near Pineville, not Clear Creek Lake in Bath County or the Pennsylvania state park. The old directions describe a creek pool before a railroad tunnel. A current trail description does not establish swimming permission at that historical pool.
A useful creekside walking route
Kentucky State Parks describes Clear Creek Hollow as an old railroad-grade trail following the creek, used for walking, hiking, running, mountain biking and fishing. It identifies the official trailhead near the main park road and a park-boundary sign along one direction. The other direction passes through the Bible college campus toward Kentucky Ridge State Forest.
Respect the changing boundaries
Follow the actual route and current signs, especially where park and other land meet. Keep children close at trestle bridges, as the park advises. A level walking grade does not mean an accessible water descent, and the archived tunnel mileage is not a present swimming-entry survey.
Do not promise all resort facilities at a creek pool
Confirm current trail access and any intended water contact with the responsible manager. No creekside lifeguards, toilets, drinking water, fee or campground are established by the trail page. Resort lodging or facilities elsewhere are separate arrangements. Use the current state trail description for its supported land activities, not a bathing recommendation or evidence that an old trail closure remains active.
Getting There
Use current Kentucky State Parks information for Clear Creek Hollow trail and follow boundary signs. The archived tunnel-side mileage does not establish an authorized swimming entrance.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Do not transfer trail access to creek bathing or state-resort facilities to the historical pool.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Use authorized entrances and obey current notices. Do not jump, dive or use rope swings or natural rock slides. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Pine Mountain State Resort Park
Hotel
4.6 (947)
1050 State Park Rd, Pineville, KY 40977
Woodsy rooms, cottages & log cabins in a rural resort with a laid-back restaurant & golf course.
Free Wi-Fi
Pineville-Bell Co. Public Library
Public library
4.8 (19)
214 Walnut St, Pineville, KY 40977
Pineville City Hall
City government office
4 (1)
300 Virginia Ave, Pineville, KY 40977
Restroom
Bell - Whitley Community Action Agency
Non-profit organization
4.6 (108)
129 Pine St, Pineville, KY 40977
Wilderness Road Campground
Campground
4.7 (344)
854 National Park Rd, Ewing, VA 24248
Cumberland Falls Campground
State park
4.3 (269)
7351 KY-90, Williamsburg, KY 40769
Barbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomSwings
Big South Fork NRRA - Stearns Ranger Station
Association / Organization
4.3 (8)
300 Wilburn K. Ross Hwy, Stearns, KY 42647
Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Creek
Which Clear Creek does this listing concern?
The Pineville-area historical creek account beside Clear Creek Hollow trail, not Bath County’s Clear Creek Lake or Pennsylvania’s Clear Creek State Park.
Does the current trail page authorize swimming in the pool?
No. It documents creekside trail activities, not current bathing permission at the archived tunnel-side pool.
What trail activities are supported by the state description?
Walking, hiking, running, mountain biking and fishing are described. Follow current signs and activity rules.
Why do boundaries matter on this trail?
The state describes a park-boundary sign in one direction and a route through a college campus toward state forest in the other. Trail access is not permission for every creekbank.
Is a level trail an accessible swimming approach?
Not established. The trail grade does not survey a water descent, and the park cautions about keeping children close at trestle bridges.
Are all Pine Mountain facilities or camping available at the creek?
No shared facilities or campground permission is established by the trail page. Confirm the actual facility and overnight arrangements separately.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump, dive or use rope swings
- Water appearance does not establish depth, current, water quality, underwater hazards or an exit
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Respect protected sites and local rules; no invented cultural associations.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph only from permitted viewpoints and respect visitors' privacy. Scenery is not a current water-condition report.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Respect property boundaries, use authorized routes and carry out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
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Difficulty Level
No verified accessible descent or surveyed route to an informal water entry.
Fee
Confirm the destination and activity charge; no blanket free-access claim.
Facilities
No verified lifeguards, drinking-water tap, restrooms or accessible water descent at the old pool.
Activities
Supported creekside walking/hiking/running, mountain biking and fishing; historical pool swimming permission unresolved.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No creekside campground permission established; resort or other overnight accommodation requires separate confirmation.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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