Trail Guide Last verified: 2026-11-04
Owsley Fork Reservoir
Berea's quiet water-supply lake, popular for kayaking, canoeing, and shoreline fishing.
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About this trail
Owsley Fork Reservoir is Berea's scenic water-supply lake and one of the area's most peaceful outdoor escapes. Gas motors are prohibited, which keeps the water calm and quiet — ideal for kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing for bass and bluegill with a valid Kentucky fishing license. Surrounded by the wooded ridges of the Berea College Forest, the lake is just a 10-minute drive east of downtown.
Trail Info
DifficultyEasy
LengthShoreline loop & non-motorized paddling
HoursOpen daily, dawn to dusk
Trailhead / LocationOwsley Fork Rd off KY-21 East (Big Hill Rd), Berea, KY 40403 Source: City of Berea & Visit BereaTrails are open dawn to dusk, hiking only. Wear sturdy shoes — upper sections are rocky, and cliff edges are unfenced.
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