State Park · Kentucky
Paintsville Lake State Park
- Location
- Johnson County, Kentucky
- Nearest town
- 3.9 miles northwest of Paintsville
- Type
- State Park
About Paintsville Lake State Park
Kentucky designated this area as a state park in 1986, built around a lake far larger than the park's own footprint. The park covers 242 acres, while Paintsville Lake itself spans roughly 1,139 acres and stretches beyond the park's boundaries into Morgan County. The lake stands as the property's central feature, dwarfing the land set aside around it.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Paintsville Lake State Park is in Johnson County, Kentucky, 3.9 miles northwest of Paintsville. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
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Towns near Paintsville Lake State Park
Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.