Laurel River Lake Picnic Area
Overview Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on a peninsula along the shores of Laurel River Lake. The picnic area provides 19 individual picnic sites which are first-come, first-serve, and two reservable shelters. There is no overnight camping allowed in the area. Click here for the Laurel River Lake Picnic Area virtual tour. Recreation Laurel River Dam was completed in 1974 creating a 5,600-acre lake which provides hydroelectric power, safe drinking water and recreation opportunities for the public. Since its impoundment, the Forest Service and the Army Corps of Engin
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Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is located at 36.9679, -84.2680.
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