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Paintsville Lake State Park, Paintsville, KY

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Paintsville Lake State Park

A Kentucky state park on the shore of Paintsville Lake in Johnson County.

Paintsville, KY

About Paintsville Lake State Park

Paintsville Lake State Park sits just west of Paintsville in Johnson County, Kentucky. The park covers about 242 acres, while its main feature, Paintsville Lake, spans roughly 1,139 acres and reaches into part of neighboring Morgan County. The official park page offers little detail beyond its navigation menu, so visitors should check the site for current activities and facilities.

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