Paddle Grayson Lake Grotto

You will want to begin your journey by parking a vehicle at the Clifty Creek Boat Ramp.  From the bottom of the ramp head right and then left at the first option. You will meander through high sandstone cliffs that at the right time of year are often full of random waterfalls.  Many of the falls are ephemeral, so it is best to visit right after a heavy rain to experience these at their best.  The entire paddle is teaming with wildlife.  Great Blue Heron's, Hawks, Fish, Salamanders, etc.  There are also many flora and fauna to view along the way.  After you gently wind your way to the back of the lake you will find a hidden entrance to the amazing Grayson Lake grotto.  You will feel as if you have left Kentucky and entered a tropical rain forest.  Here you can jump off your board and climb around on the amazing rocks in the grotto eat lunch, relax and then head back at your leisure.  Most of the trip allows boats to idle only so this paddle is usually very peaceful even during busy times.  It is roughly 3.0 miles total out and back to the ramp.   

Photo Credit: Sup Kentucky