Above: the Kentucky Lake shoreline at Lighthouse Landing, beside the Grand Rivers Jetty.
The Grand Rivers Jetty is the sort of walk that lets you arrive at the lake slowly. The paved path leads toward a pavilion on Kentucky Lake, with open water ahead and Lighthouse Landing nearby. You do not need a boat, a trail permit or a full afternoon to enjoy the view.
Make the walk your own
For a short stop, head out along the jetty, pause at the pavilion and return the way you came. If you want to keep walking, the town trail continues between the waterfront and Grand Rivers. The length of your outing depends on where you start and where you turn around; there is no reason to force a long route when the lake is what brought you here.
The setting changes as you go. Near the jetty, the path feels wide open to the water. Back toward town, it becomes an easy way to connect the shoreline with Grand Rivers’ shops and places to eat. Late-day light is especially appealing over Kentucky Lake, but leave enough daylight for the return walk and check the weather before heading out onto the exposed jetty.
Know where you are
This is a Grand Rivers town walk beside Kentucky Lake, not a trail inside Land Between the Lakes. The Grand Rivers Jetty is adjacent to Lighthouse Landing. Kentucky Tourism notes parking near the beginning of the trail; follow the current local signs rather than relying on a pin for a particular parking space. Keep children close near the water and watch for traffic wherever the walking route meets a street.
If your trip is centered on LBL, the jetty makes a pleasant beginning or end to a north-end day. For a longer woodland hike, use our LBL hiking guide to compare Canal Loop and other park trails. If you are staying near Grand Rivers, compare places to stay around the lakes before booking a base.
Before you go
- Location: Grand Rivers Jetty, beside Lighthouse Landing on Kentucky Lake, Grand Rivers, Kentucky.
- Best use: a flexible lakeside stroll or sunset stop; choose your own turnaround.
- Bring: water and sun protection on warm days, plus a light layer when the wind is up.
- Check: local signs and conditions on arrival. Do not assume the whole town route has the same surface or accessibility as the paved jetty section.
Reviewed September 29, 2026. Route and location references: Kentucky Tourism’s Grand Rivers Jetty listing and Lighthouse Landing’s jetty guide. Conditions can change; confirm them locally.