Fishtrap Lake Shelters
Fishtrap Lake Shelters is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Kentucky. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 37.43583, -82.34750
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 606-437-7496
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Fishtrap Lake Shelters
Overview 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. Recreation Boat ramps are available for fisherman and boating enthusiasts. The surrounding wildlife area provides numerous trails for hiking and horseback riding, and additional developed trails can be accessed at the nearby Lick Creek Recreation Area. Facilities Fishtrap Lake Shelters provide covered picnic areas with playgrounds, perfect for kids. While everyone can appreciate the scenery provided by the lake, which serves as a breathtaking backdrop to any party or family get-together. Shelters one and two are located at the Dam Site Recreation Area, and shelters three and four are located at the Grapevine Recreation Area. Camping is also available nearby at the Grapevine Recreation Area. Natural Features Fishtrap Lake sits in the rich coalfield country of Kentucky, surrounded by steep and lush mountainous terrain. The site is well-known for wildlife viewing and has become a haven for local animals, especially deer. Nearby Attractions Downtown Pikeville is 20 minutes North from project which provides; Hatfield
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane Gas Center · 16 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John W. Flannagan Day Use | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 14 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Lower Twin Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 14 mi | — | Electric |
| Hatfield’s Hideout Riverfront Cabins and Campground | Private campground | 16 mi | — | — |
| Mullins Pond Campsite | Private campground | 16 mi | — | — |
| Pound River Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 17 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Cranesnest Campground (Va) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 20 mi | — | Electric |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.