Fishpond Lake
Fish Pond Lake is a pristine man-made lake, located one mile west of Payne Gap off U.S. 119 in Jenkins, KY. Once the site of a mining camp, the valley was dammed and flooded in 1961 to create this shining centerpiece of the 895-acre Little Laurel Park. Now it is beautiful crystal clear lake with with RV slots, primitive camping and shelters that makes it perfect for a family day out or vacation.
The lake is home to freshwater jellyfish, a resident trout population, bass, catfish and other Kentucky species. Petroleum-powered boat engines are prohibited, but at 45 acres, the lake is small enough for boaters to traverse easily with electric motors or oars.
Around Fishpond you can find ATV access points. There is approximately 22 miles of legal riding trails around the lake. Tourism is working to extend these trails across Letcher County that are set to open summer of 2022.
Every year, due to inclement weather, Fishpond rentals are not available between November 1st - February 28th. Visit the link below to make your reservations.
