Carr Creek Lake Shelters

CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS

Featured amenities

Playground Playground

About Carr Creek Lake Shelters

Carr Creek Lake Shelters are located on Carr Creek Lake on the same side of Kentucky Highway 160 as Littcarr Campground. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in cooperation with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, manages the land and water at Carr Creek Lake for wildlife, fisheries and recreation.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Apr 1 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Playground Playground
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Water Access

Water Access

  • Marina
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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.

Review Summary

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Lisa C

December 19, 2019

5

it was very clean and they patroled around to make sure everyone was ok and very nice people.

Ralph P

January 12, 2020

5

Quiet, peaceful and beautiful Appalachian area. Well groomed, play ground, clean restrooms. Nice shelter and pic nic area.

Jennifer M

January 14, 2020

5

It was a wonderful experience camping on the hill, waking up going hiking through the woods. The bath house was excellent, very clean and well kept. We will definitely be using this place again!!

Keisha H

September 20, 2020

5

Great shelter! Playground for the kids and close to the restrooms.

Kendra S

April 26, 2021

5

I absolutely love this area, it's stunning. The kids have plenty of space to run and play, they love the playground and they always keep it clean, the grass cut, and they're bathrooms right beside of it. Perfect for any occasion.

Rosemary D

May 29, 2021

5

Place was nice we enjoyed it for our Family Reunion

Zachary B

September 5, 2021

5

Was an overall good experience for me my family and friends, I look forward to next years reservation.

Staci C

April 21, 2022

5

Pin oak shelter is my favorite shelter at Carr creek. It’s spacious well kept and quite

Lynn A

May 21, 2022

5

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.

James W

June 18, 2022

5

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.

Location Carr Creek Lake Shelters

Address:
843 Sassafras Creek Road
Sassafras, KY, 41759
United States

Elevation: 311 feet

Distance to downtown

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

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