Do
you need to have a special license to drive a State Dock houseboat?
No. We
instruct every captain in the operation of the houseboat before you leave the
marina. You do need to be 21 to reserve a houseboat.
Are
there anchors on the houseboats?
No. Because of the depth of the lake (90 feet average),
it's really to impractical to use anchors. We do supply
tie up ropes that you can use to tie up to the shoreline.
Do
you allow pets on the your houseboats?
Sorry,
we do not. However there is a local
kennel in the area that may be able to take care of your pet(s).
What
does the T or F stand for next to the houseboat names?
The
letter stand for the days that the boat leaves the marina. For example,
a 900T begins its trip on
either a Thursday or Sunday and a 900F begins its trip on either a
Friday or Monday.
Why
are the check-in days different for the houseboats?
To alleviate
congestion on the marinas, we stagger our check-in days so that half
the fleet leaves on one day and the other half leaves the
following day.
Can
we pull a ski boat or waverunner behind the houseboat?
Yes,
we suggest towing your boat behind your houseboat instead of tying it
to the side. We will
provide specific instruction on how to do so once you arrive.
Can
we run a tab against our deposit for gas, ice, etc.
At this time, we don't offer that service.
If
we have a houseboat rented, do we get a discount on a auxiliary
watercraft?
No,
but we do give a discount for consecutive days of rental: 10%
second day, 20% thereafter.
Do
life jackets come with the houseboats?
Yes, all houseboats are equipped with life
jackets. Of course, if you would like to bring your own, you can.
If
we pick up our houseboat late, say 7 or 8 pm, can we still take
our boat out?
Houseboats cannot leave the marina after dusk,
so if you show up after dark, you would have to stay until morning on
the marina.
Is
there a late charge for returning the houseboat after the scheduled
check-out time?
Yes, a minimum of $100 per hour.
Are
there holding tanks on the houseboats?
State
Dock houseboats are equipped with U.S. Coast Guard certified toilets
and type one Marine Sanitation Systems. All
toilets and treatment systems are top quality Crown or Atlantis units
manufactured in the USA by the Raritan Engineering company under
strict USCG guidelines.
The treated and harmless fluid is periodically
discharged from the underside of the boat, just as it is from any town
or city system, except that the boat waste water is treated to a marginally
better degree. No health or contamination risk exists from
the process.
As we continue to add new boats to the
fleet (1000s, 900s, 800s, a few of the 750s), they are being equipped with
holding tanks that are pumped out at the end of each trip.
How much is fuel at State Dock?
$3.28 - Regular
$3.40 - Plus
$3.53 - Premium
$3.32 - Diesel
These prices are current as of May 28th, 2009.
What
form of payment is acceptable for rentals?
Personal check is accepted 30 days prior to arrival.
Master Card, Visa, Discover, cashier's check and money orders are
acceptable forms of payment as well.
What
items do you supply with your houseboats?
   
Is
there a charge for extra linens?
No, but we do ask that you bring back your dirty linens before we give you clean
ones
Do
your houseboats come equipped with marine radios?
Yes.
We monitor the radio 24 hours a day.
Do
we have to rent an additional fishing boat with our houseboat like
other marinas?
No,
we don't require that.
Questions
about Lake Cumberland & State Dock
How
big is Lake Cumberland?
No. The
lake is 101 miles long, has 1255 miles of shoreline and 66,000 surface
acres.
How
deep is the Lake?
The
average depth of the lake is 90 feet.
What
kind of fish are in the lake
Largemouth
bass, small mouth bass, white bass, Kentucky bass, Bluegill, Crappie,
Catfish, Walleye and Striper Bass.
What
is the average temperature?
| |
Water |
Air Avg
High |
| January |
48 |
42 |
| February |
44 |
48 |
| March |
48 |
57 |
| April |
55 |
68 |
| May |
66 |
75 |
| June |
76 |
84 |
| July |
82 |
88 |
| August |
84 |
88 |
| September |
79 |
81 |
| October |
70 |
70 |
| November |
58 |
57 |
| December |
51 |
48 |
When
was Wolf Creek Dam built?
Construction
on the dam began in 1941 and was completed in 1950.
How
far is it to Wolf Creek Dam?
It
is 8 miles south past the State Park entrance by road.
When
is the best time to see fall colors?
Usually around the second or third week of October.
When
was Pumpkin Creek Lodge built?
1952
Where
do you go to feed the animals?
Behind the dining room in Lure Lodge is a patio where animals
(most raccoons) gather to be fed.
How
large is the State Park?
It is approximately 3,400 acres.
Where
should rental customers park?
There are parking spots on the hill down to the marina. There
are also several parking areas available for customers to park. The marina
has a shuttle that will drive people down to the marina.
Where
can we launch our boats and where can boat trailers be parked?
A public launching ramp is located in the park about one mile
away from the marina. There is usually plenty of parking for your trailers.
There is no charge for launching your boat. We can also provide you a
ride back to the marina.
Does
the State Dock run a shuttle to and from Jamestown Marina?
No, it does not.
Is
the State Dock privately owned?
Yes, the marina is privately owned. The name "State Dock" often
gives the impression that it is a state run facility. It is actually
a privately owned business. The Dock is a licensee of the Kentucky Department
of Parks.
How
late does the State Dock stay open?
During the summer months, the shipstore is open until
11pm. It is recommended that if you come to the dock after hours,
you check in with the night watchmen on duty.
At
what times does the Lodge dining room serve meals?
Breakfast 7:00am - 10:30am
Lunch 11:30am - 2:20pm
Dinner 5:30pm -
9:00pm
Where
is 76 falls?
To
the left of the dam, at the very end of Indian Creek.
Can
people fish from the dock?
Sorry,
but no. For the safety of other people, we ask that people go to the
shoreline who want to fish close to the marina.
Where
can scuba tanks be filled?
Beaver Creek Marina has the facilities to fill tanks.
How
far is it to Cumberland Falls?
It is approximately 81 miles, by way of the Cumberland Parkway,
then Hwy 27, then Hwy 90.
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