Calvert City, Kentucky, is a convenient and welcoming destination for visitors exploring Kentucky Lake and Western Kentucky. Located near the lake and Land Between the Lakes, Calvert City offers travelers more than just a place to pass through. No matter what kind of getaway you’re planning, Calvert City is a great home base for exploring the area while having everything you need close by. This guide highlights the best amenities, things to do, places to eat, and visitor services in Calvert City so you can make the most of your trip to Kentucky Lake.
Outdoor Amenities
Parks
If you love the outdoors, Calvert City is one of the best places to spend time during your visit to Kentucky Lake. Starting off strong with Doctors Park, which has something for everyone. Pickleball is all the rage recently, and Doctors Park is ready for players of all ages and skill levels. They have eight courts, perfect for visitors who would like to try their hand at the great game of pickleball. The courts also have beautiful sunshades for relaxing after a few games! The other icon in Doctors Park is the Moneymaker Trail. The Moneymaker Trail is perfect for bikers, runners, and walkers who would like to get a taste of nature without getting too far off the beaten path. In addition, they have a 9-hole disc golf course, baseball fields, soccer fields, and playground equipment for the kids!
Right across the street from Doctors Park is Memorial Park, home to the city’s splash pad, amphitheater, Food Truck Fridays, and a variety of annual festivals and events. The splash pad is the perfect place for younger children to cool off without parents having to worry about anything! Keep a watch on the city’s Facebook events page for all things happening at the amphitheater. Food Truck Fridays are also a great place to get a taste of the region all in one place! During the summer months, Food Truck Fridays are held at lunchtime, and when school is back in session, they are held on Friday evenings.
The last park in Calvert City is Old Park. Old Park has one of the coolest playgrounds, complete with an awesome net climbing structure! There is also a challenging, yet fun 9-hole disc golf course, a single ball field, and a covered picnic area!
Oh, and did we mention that all of these parks are connected by a golf cart trail? Yes, that’s right, Calvert City is a golf cart friendly community, making these parks and other local businesses extremely accessible, and a very walkable distance from each other!
Read more about Calvert’s parks on their website!
Golf
Calvert City Golf & Country Club is a beautiful 18-hole golf course. With a gorgeous creek running through the course, golfers are sure to experience the beauty of Calvert City and will most likely get to see some waterlands wildlife! It was recently named the best public golf course in Kentucky by Planner at Heart, a travel agency website.
Kentucky Dam Village Golf Course, another beautiful 18-hole golf course, is one of the oldest courses in Western Kentucky. The course boasts beautiful water features, elevation changes, and frequent wildlife sightings. The course is challenging, yet still beginner-friendly, and is sure to be one of the prettiest courses you’ll play in Kentucky.
The Calvert Drive-In
While Calvert Drive-In technically has an indoor-outdoor aspect, we’re including it in this section because most of your time spent there will be outside. The Drive-In shows movies just about every weekend, and typically shows a double-feature each night. Grab dinner from inside the concession stand, and play in the arcade while you’re waiting for the movie to begin! There are only seven drive-in movie theaters remaining in Kentucky, so be sure to visit this landmark on your trip to Kentucky Lake!
Indoor Amenities
Marshall Yards
For the 21+ crowd, Marshall Yards is a great place to spend your evening! Grab a drink from their sports bar, get an up-close view of the live band, and enjoy an evening full of gaming. If you haven’t had dinner yet, Wet Your Whistle has a wide-variety of delicious foods for you to choose from! Marshall Yards is truly a one-stop-shop for an awesome evening of fun!
Spas + Studios
For a more relaxing experience, check out JoAnn & Co and Stellar Sounds & Bodywork. Walk-ins are welcome at JoAnn & Co, making it a great place for a visitor to relax during their trip to Kentucky Lake. They offer facials, dermaplaning, cosmetology services, and more! At Stellar Sounds & Bodywork, they offer massages, sound therapy, and miscellaneous rejuvenation services. Call 270-227-3669 to book your appointment during your stay at Kentucky Lake!
Speciality Stores and Services
We know that a lot of people make special visits to Calvert City to get high-quality services performed on their boats and vehicles, and visit some great bait and tackle stores. We would be remiss not to recognize Jet-A-Marina, Custom Automotive, Cunningham Golf & Utility Vehicles, Shop-O-Rama, and Sportsman’s Bait and Tackle.
Places to Eat in Calvert City
Here’s is Kentucky Lake’s Quick Guide to places to eat in Calvert City:
- For delicious homestyle food:
- For BBQ:
- International food choices:
- Mama D’s
- Los Tres Amigos
- China Wall
Places to Stay in Calvert City
While planning your trip to Calvert City, you’re going to need a great place to stay. We’re breaking down the lodging options located in Calvert City below.
- Kentucky Lake KOA: While mostly a beautiful campground, the KOA in Calvert City offers several small cabins as well. Overall a great place to stay, and very close to all of the amenities located in Calvert City.
- Kentucky Lake Inn: Perfect for families who are looking for a good place to stay at an even better price!
- Days Inn and Quality Inn: Classic hotels that are perfect for business travel and guests looking for quick and affordable accommodations. Both offer a free continental breakfast to their guests!
- Kentucky Dam Motel: Kentucky Dam Motel is a great place to stay and is located less than half a mile from Marshall Yards and several restaurants!
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park: For an all-inclusive vacation option, Kentucky Dam Village is a great option! They have rooms for groups of any size, a beautiful pool with a view of Kentucky Lake, and an on-site restaurant.
- Vacation Rentals: Check out our website for a complete list of vacation rentals that are also available if you are looking for a more private stay at Kentucky Lake!
Annual Events
When planning your trip to Calvert City, it is important to note some of their amazing staple events:
- Calvert City River Folk Festival: Happens annually the first weekend of October. This event includes live music, vendors, and food trucks.
- Annual Christmas in the Park: Happens annually the first Saturday in December. This event includes a Christmas tree lighting, a lighted parade, a holiday bazaar, and kids activities.
- Kites Over Calvert: Happens annually in early May. Calvert City gives out free kites to fly over the city, and has several vendors.
- Calvert City Ameribration: Happens annually on the 4th of July at Memorial Park. There is always live music, kids activities, a cornhole tournament, and plenty of food.
Additional Amenities
- Kentucky Dam State Park Airport: Small and private aircraft are eligible to utilize Kentucky Dam State Park Airport. The runway is just under 4,000 feet, and offers aviation fuel, aircraft parking, and a terminal lounge.
For a complete list of things to do at Kentucky Lake, visit www.visitkylake.com. If you’re looking for local events that are happening during your specific visit dates, visit our events tab.
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