About Dewey Lake Shelter
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Playground
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (21)
What Guests Are Saying
Dewey Lake Shelter offers a clean, well-maintained environment with a variety of playground equipment that kids love. The park staff is friendly and the location is pleasant, making it ideal for gatherings. However, there were issues with booking and shelter availability that affected one visitor’s experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Dewey Lake Shelter offers a clean, well-maintained environment with a variety of playground equipment that kids love. The park staff is friendly and the location is pleasant, making it ideal for gatherings. However, there were issues with booking and shelter availability that affected one visitor’s experience.
Review Summary
Carley C
June 11, 2023
Everything was fine other than the water spicket was locked up. Other than that no complaints
Judy H
May 20, 2023
Shelter #3 is perfect for keeping an eye on your kids out on the playground.
Clyde B
September 17, 2022
Site was clean and dry, not to far from bathroom, nice large bbq pits
Delanna M
May 1, 2022
Clean. Great park!
Alyssa C P
August 29, 2021
Shelter was in excellent condition. Clean, ideal place for church and family gatherings.
nancy b
August 22, 2021
Due to COVID we were unable to use this facility. Could not get in touch with anyone to cancel.
Michael B
June 21, 2021
Very clean and nice, couple children got stung in the grass, it was a little on the high side.
Judy H
May 16, 2021
There is always a cool breeze under shelter 3. There is only 2 electric plug-ins so need to bring extension cords. There is a horse shoe pit beside if shelter and plenty of room for corn hole ir other outdoor games. Our family always enjoy getting together there.
Jo ann M
August 16, 2020
Shelter was clean ,easily accessible with all the hook-ups needed for a great outdoor experience.
Myrl B
January 17, 2020
Very clean, very happy.
Location Dewey Lake Shelter
Address:
Hc 70 Box 540
Van Lear, KY, 41265
United States
From US 23 turn at the red light toward Highlands Hospital (Route 302) for about one mile, turn right onto Route 3 for about 1.5 miles; after 1st over pass turn right onto 302 Lake Road, take left at bottom of ramp and Dewey Recreation Area Entrance is one mile on right, Project Office is 1.25 miles on right.
Dewey Lake Shelter is accessible via US 23, which is approximately 1 mile from the campground. Route 302 and Route 3 provide additional access to the area.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.7447 / -82.7286
Elevation: 250 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Alcohol and firearms are prohibited within the park
- Restrooms close through the spring and summer months and after September.
- 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.
- Bouncy houses and water slides which require continuous power/water usage are prohibited.
- No water hook-ups are available. Water is provided at a fountain and is only available in means of drinking water only.
- kiddie pools, water slides, and/or inflatables are prohibited.
- Chalk, water balloons, silly string, paint, confetti, smoke sticks, or any other related items that can cause defacement, destruction, and/or littering are prohibited.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
