Q – What is the location for the race course?
A – Lake Cumberland is located in south central Kentucky approximately 90 miles south of Lexington, KY, about 100 miles north and west of Knoxville, TN. The race course is at Waitsboro Recreation Area near Somerset, KY just past Traffic Light 29.

Q – Where can spectators view the races?
A – Land based spectators will be able to enjoy the race from the banks along the shoreline at Waitsboro Recreation Area. Boat based spectators will be able to view the race, free of charge, from designated areas around the race course The spectator areas will be marked with buoys and patrolled by a safety fleet during races. Click on the “race course” button it will bring up a map of the area.

Q – Will pleasure or houseboat be restricted from the lake during the race?
A – The only area restricted to boat traffic will be the race course and safety area between the course and spectator areas during races and trials only. Navigation near the course will be idle speed only during the actual races and trials. During non-race times normal water safety and courtesy rules apply.

Q – Where can I launch my boat?
A – There are several options for launching a boat. Please check with Lake Cumberland marinas listed on this website by clicking here, or go to www.lakecumberland.com for boat launch options.

Q – Will parking be available at or near Race Village?
A – Primary parking will be available at multiple locations in and around Somerset. Shuttle service will be available at the parking areas and will take you to Race Village and all viewing areas. Daily shuttle passes/wristbands will be sold in the parking areas and on shuttle buses.

Q. Where will lodging be available?
A – Jamestown, Russell Springs, Somerset, Burnside, Monticello, Albany, Burkesville and Columbia all have lodging. Lake Cumberland marinas will have houseboats, cabins and/or campgrounds available. Contact information and links are available under the “Accommodations” button on this website.

Q. How do I get VIP access?
A – VIP access is available with certain sponsorship categories. Contact Jeff Crowe with TOUR SEKY at 606-677-6095 for sponsorship inquiries.

Q. Where can I purchase the official Lake Cumberland Grand Prix T-shirts?
A – T-shirts will be available at the Lake Cumberland Grand Prix booth in Race Village and at participating Lake Cumberland marinas.