About Carr Creek Lake Shelters
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Reviews (18)
What Guests Are Saying
Carr Creek Lake Shelters offers a nice and clean environment, making it an ideal location for family gatherings and reunions, especially in hot weather. The reservation process is easy, and visitors appreciate the friendly park staff. However, some guests experienced confusion regarding closing times, which could be improved for a better experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Carr Creek Lake Shelters offers a nice and clean environment, making it an ideal location for family gatherings and reunions, especially in hot weather. The reservation process is easy, and visitors appreciate the friendly park staff. However, some guests experienced confusion regarding closing times, which could be improved for a better experience.
Review Summary
Robert J
June 13, 2026
Nice shelter, easy reservation, loved having the sand volleyball right there. Only bad thing was we was told we had it until 9:00 PM on the reservation but then a ranger came just before 8:00 PM and asked when we was leaving since it closed at 7:00 PM there was a sign at the entrance that the time was changed
Connie M
June 13, 2026
It is in a good location and the coolest place to have your reunion or picnic when it is hot. Everyone at my reunion loved this spot. Thank you very much.
lee t
June 1, 2026
A clean safe place to have a family gathering
Nancy D
August 13, 2025
Everything went smoothly with this shelter reservation. It was very nice and clean and our family had a great time together!!
Matthew C
August 31, 2024
Nice clean shelter area. Friendly park staff that made sure we were the right people.
Donna D
June 1, 2024
Very good place to have a reunion or picnic. I love that the bathrooms are close and the electrical plugs are available.
Roland B
August 19, 2023
Very clean and well maintained. Park staff were friendly and helpful. Restroom were clean.
Monica M
May 24, 2023
We had a company cookout at Poplar Shelter. It was pristine clean. I even went the day before to check the bathrooms to see if they were clean or needed any supplies. They were fully furnished and very clean. Caleb (park ranger) came by to make sure everything was ok for us during our cookout. He told me to leave the trash in the cans and he would take care of it. The whole experience was perfect.
James W
June 18, 2022
Staff and facilities at Littcarr Campground are excellent! Not a large facility, but easy to maneuver and great sites. We had a great time while at Littcarr. A peaceful and tranquil place with lots of beauty to explore.
Lynn A
May 21, 2022
Our family rented the Laurel Shelter on May 14th. There were about 21 family members. The shelter included 8 picnic tables. Two of the tables were conveniently placed against the shelter wall near the 4 or 5 electrical outlets. These tables came in handy for our crock pots and the rest of the food. We had plenty of space for drinks and eating. The area was very clean!
There was a swing set next to the shelter that the little ones loved. And there were bathrooms right behind the shelter. The lake was in sight but not too close. And the mountains behind the lake made a beautiful backdrop. A very nice park officer stopped to check our permit and it was nice to know that the park officers were nearby if there was a need.
We all had a great time and I would highly recommend this area for a family gathering.
Location Carr Creek Lake Shelters
Address:
843 Sassafras Creek Road
Sassafras, KY, 41759
United States
Elevation: 311 feet
1.7 mi drive to downtown Sassafras (about 4 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Golden Age/Access Passports are not accepted for group shelter reservations
- No alcohol is permitted
- Pets must be leashed at all times; domestic pets only
- No off-road vehicles allowed
- Please bring confirmation letter
- Learn more about Carr Creek Lake
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
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Last updated: August 26, 2026
