Kentucky Department of Parks

Greenbo Lake State Resort ParkThe fieldstone lodge at this resort is named in honor of Jesse Hilton Stuart, (1906-1984) Poet Laureate and native of Greenup County.

Jesse Stuart Lodge

Lodge RoomThe fieldstone lodge at this resort is named in honor of Jesse Hilton Stuart (1906-1984), Poet Laureate and native of Greenup County. Peruse Stuart’s works and personal momentos in the lodge reading room. Most of the 36 rooms feature private patios and balconies overlooking beautiful Greenbo Lake. Rooms are available by late afternoon. Check-out by noon Eastern Time. Pets are not allowed (with the exception of service dogs). View accommodation details.

 
High speed wireless internet service available at the lodge.

 

Anglers Cove Restaurant

With a name like Anglers Cove, you know you are going to find scrumptious catfish dinners and seafood galore! The relaxing atmosphere provides a special place to bring your guests and a wonderful place for the entire family to gather for delicious dining. Chef Chris Metz and his entire staff welcome you. As a supporter of Kentucky Proud program we utilize locally grown meats and produce when available.  View menu.
Hours: Breakfast - Monday through Friday serving free continental breakfast for lodge guests during November 15 - March 15. Full service breakfast March 16 - November 14 daily.  Breakfast hours are 7am to 10am daily Sunday thru Saturday.
Lunch: Monday thru Saturday- 11:30pm to 2pm and Sunday-12pm to 3pm Sunday.
Dinner: 5pm to 9pm.


Camping

Enjoy the great outdoors at the Greenbo Lake campground. The campground features 58 sites with utility hook ups and 35 primitive sites. Three dumping stations, two central service buildings with showers and rest rooms, and a grocery store guarantee camping convenience.

Outdoor Amphitheatre

Enjoy a variety of entertainment this summer, including “Battle of the Bands”, high school drama productions, concerts, music festivals, arts and more.  Pets are allowed if restrained.

Things To Do

Recreational Activities

Tennis and basketball courts are located in the park for guests’ enjoyment. We also have horseshoe pits. Sports equipment may be checked out by overnight guests.

Planned Recreation

Daily summer activities and year-round special events for children and adults are planned under the guidance of a trained recreation director.

Picnicking & Playgrounds

The park has two picnic shelters in the beach area (with rest rooms), and in the campground (without rest rooms). Picnic tables, grills and playgrounds provide for hours of fun. $ for shelter rental.

Gift Shop

This unique gift shop caters to train enthusiasts and book lovers. The featured Kentucky author is Jesse Stuart, who wrote many books, poems and novels. Kentucky handcrafts, many from local artisans, fill the shop.

The marina, open April 1 - October 31, offers 65 open slips, rental pontoon boats, row boats, canoes, and motor boats. No jet skis are allowed on lake. The whole of the lake is idle only, and all boaters must observe no wake speeds. Fishing pier and boat ramp for launching boats are open.

Cast away your cares at Greenbo Lake! This 225-acre lake is home of two state largemouth bass records! The lake also holds large bluegill, crappie, catfish, and trout.

Bass caught at Greenbo Lake
Bass caught at Greenbo Lake.

Perfect your putting on the 18-hole miniature golf course in the camping area. Open April through October.

RATES:
  • Ages 13 & older  $3.50
  • Ages 12 & under $2.50

Deer on trail.

The hiking trails provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy the scenery of the beautiful Greenbo forest. Self-guided trails provide 25 miles of easy to difficult hiking.

View trail information.

A swimming pool adjacent to the lodge is for the exclusive use of lodge guests. A community pool features a water slide and a children’s area with a rain tree. It is located next to the sunning beach (swimming is not allowed in the lake).

Open Memorial Day weekend through mid-August.

Make A Reservation

For camping or lodge make your reservation online today: Campground or Lodge.

Group Meeting Facilities

Greenbo is the perfect place for your next meeting. Click here to view Meeting Facilities page.

Jesse Stuart Library & Reading Room

Become a personal friend of Jesse Stuart, famous Kentucky author and poet. Examine his works and personal mementos in the library and reading room located in the lodge.

Naturalist & Recreation News

Through the dedicated work of our state park naturalists, Kentucky State Parks protect and preserve the natural beauty of Kentucky. Check out our Naturalist & Recreation News for more information.  

Featured Event

Holiday Festival Of Lights
12/4/2008 to 1/5/2009

Come and enjoy the wonders and excitement of the Holiday season as you view our Festival of Lights in the park campground. Local area merchants, schools, churches, and organizations are welcome to set up a light display. Visitors may view displays nightly beginning December 4, thru January 3, 2008. Hours are 6pm-9pm. and admission is free. All displays must be put on a timer and remain on display until January 5, 2009. For more information call 1-800-325-0083 or 606-473-7324.

Discount Special

Discount Special
View video about our $50 discount offer. Download $50 Lodge Coupon, effective to 12/30/08.

 

 

More Information

Contact Information

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
965 Lodge Road
Greenup, KY 41144-9517
Telephone: 606-473-7324
Toll Free: 800-325-0083
GreenboLake@ky.gov
Park Manager:  Cary Lyle