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Clifty Creek
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Use the official Clifty Creek boat-access record, understand Lake Cumberland's no-swimming launch rules and keep the historical cliff route unverified.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Kentucky confirms Clifty Creek Access as a boat ramp, not a designated swim entry. Lake Cumberland prohibits swimming at launching ramps, mooring points, marinas, public docks and posted areas. The historical cliff approach remains unverified.
Water type
Lake
Access
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
Confirm charges for the destination and activity; no general free swimming claim
Best season
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Nearby towns
Jamestown
Water body
Lake Cumberland
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Jamestown
Place-name search
Lake Cumberland Clifty Creek Access Russell County Kentucky
Map searches for the named location. Confirm the entrance and current access with the park 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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Clifty Creek is a confirmed boat access, not a verified cliff-jumping site
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife identifies Clifty Creek Access in Russell County on Lake Cumberland. Its approach is US 127 south of Jamestown and Clifty Creek Road. This matches the archive's general destination, but not its subsequent shoreline path to high cliffs.
What the access record actually provides
The state lists a paved single-lane ramp, paved parking and no ramp fee. It lists no restrooms, picnic area, camping or courtesy dock. These facts describe the boat access; they do not establish amenities or admission for an informal swimming place. Ramp coordinates are not published here as a verified bathing pin.
Swimming rules are separate from launch access
The Lake Cumberland USACE page allows swimming along much of the lake's shoreline but excludes launching ramps, mooring points, marinas, public docks and posted areas. Do not swim from the launch. General shoreline allowance does not verify the historical cliff path or grant permission across private property. Ask the lake office at 606-679-6337 about the intended location.
Leave the old cliff approach out of current directions
The archive's short walk to high cliffs is not a current trail survey. No maintained public approach, jump permission, safe depth or present water condition was confirmed. Choose a specifically authorized swimming destination instead of using cliff-jumping reports as an itinerary.
Getting There
For the boat access, use Kentucky Fish and Wildlife's Clifty Creek Access directions: US 127 south of Jamestown, then Clifty Creek Road. This does not verify the archived right-hand shoreline trail or cliffs as an authorized bathing entrance.
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Access Notes
Kentucky confirms Clifty Creek Access as a boat ramp, not a designated swim entry. Lake Cumberland prohibits swimming at launching ramps, mooring points, marinas, public docks and posted areas. The historical cliff approach remains unverified.
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
Kentucky confirms Clifty Creek Access as a boat ramp, not a designated swim entry. Lake Cumberland prohibits swimming at launching ramps, mooring points, marinas, public docks and posted areas. The historical cliff approach remains unverified. 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
Restroom
Public bathroom
216 S 4th St, Danville, KY 40422
Public Parking
Parking lot
221 Stanford Ave, Danville, KY 40422
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134 S 2nd St, Danville, KY 40422
Restroom
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Park
897 E Main St, Danville, KY 40422
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Public bathroom
Henry Jackson Park, 826 Crosshill Rd, Danville, KY 40422
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Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clifty Creek
Is Clifty Creek Access a boat ramp?
Yes. Kentucky's official record identifies a paved single-lane boat ramp and paved parking in Russell County on Lake Cumberland.
Can I swim at the launch?
No. Lake Cumberland's USACE rules prohibit swimming at launching ramps and other listed boating facilities.
Does the no-ramp-fee listing mean swimming is free?
No. The state record concerns launching a boat, not admission or permission for an informal swimming site.
Are restrooms and camping provided?
The Clifty Creek boat-access record lists neither. Do not assume neighboring park services apply here.
Is the path to the cliffs verified?
No current authorized route or jump permission was established for the archive's shoreline approach.
Where can I check the intended shoreline?
Contact the Lake Cumberland office at 606-679-6337 and identify the particular location. General shoreline rules do not certify an individual entrance.
Highlights
Clifty Creek, Lake Cumberland: Ramp & Shoreline Planning
Historical directions separated from current access
No invented swimming pin or gallery
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump, dive or use a rope swing based on historical descriptions
- Current conditions, depth, submerged hazards and water quality are not certified by this listing
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Historical visitor accounts are retained in archived directions, not presented as current permissions.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Use permitted public viewpoints only; no site-matched gallery approved.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Respect property boundaries and posted restrictions, 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 measured or verified approach to an exact swimming entrance.
Fee
Confirm charges for the destination and activity; no general free swimming claim
Facilities
No verified exact swimming-entry inventory of toilets, drinking water, changing facilities or lifeguards.
Activities
Authorized destination-specific recreation; no verified jumping or rope-swing itinerary
Phone
606-679-6337 (Lake Cumberland USACE office; confirm the particular shoreline)
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
Book an authorized campground separately; no camping permission at the historical water entry established.
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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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