There are two channels in this lake. Apparently water was flooded in this area to make the lake and help with the dam and lock system that was built. On the chart there are symbols showing where there are buildings and rail road tracks that are submerged. I sure would want to have our anchor fight a rail! The main channel is very wide. This is the one that the barges use as they head towards or from the Kentucky Lock (and Dam). We have been anchoring on that side of the lake as there are many coves. The anchorages that we have spent time in are as beautiful as those in the Gulf Islands and the Pacific Northwest. This marina is off of the secondary channel. We haven’t heard any barges going by; that tells you how wide the lake is.

We arrived here on Wednesday as we thought that there was a storm coming. We have waited out the storm – but,  no storm, no rain, just clouds. But, being at a dock we ran the air conditioner almost all day and also for a couple of nights. This marina is in a state park. There are hiking trails and roads to bike on. Kelley and I went on a bike ride and rode out to the highway, through a campground and back to the lodge and then the marina. We have not been out since. Poor Kel. He has hurt his ankle and really needs to stay off of it.

But, enough of this spot. There is a courtesy car but you only have permission to go about 4 miles in it to a small shop and go (milk, bread, eggs). We are in the need of fresh fruits and vegetables so it is time to move on. Because we have so much time on our hands we are planning on anchoring tonight. Then we will then head on to Pebble Isle Marina and Resort.