2020 Lake Cumberland Poker Run

Written by: Tourism

NOTE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, THE 2020 POKER RUN HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Best of the Lake Cumberland Events & Kentucky Festivals! For the best of boating in Kentucky, the Lake Cumberland Poker Run will return in 2021! From power boats to fun boats, all boats can participate.

Poker Run Lake Cumberland 2019 Flood

A Poker Run is an organized event where participants must visit five to seven checkpoints, drawing a playing card at each one. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run.

Welcome to the official website of the lake cumberland powerboat club and the lake cumberland thunder run. The thunder run is a poker run organized and produced by the lake cumberland powerboat club and hosted out of state dock marina that takes place on beautiful lake cumberland ky. The poker run winners included Pete Ricart (first place), Mike Urick (second place), Jess Ford (third place), Greg Roberts (fourth place) and Brandon Witt (fifth place). Related stories Highlights From The 11th Annual Lake Cumberland Thunder Run Taking In The Fun At The Lake Cumberland Thunder Run A Thunderous Effort Lake Cumberland Thunder Run.

The Lake Cumberland Poker Run has become one of the nation’s most popular speedboat attractions. For the competitors and viewers, it has the best “straight-shot” boating opportunities among all Kentucky lakes.

Most of the speedboat action occurs on Friday and Saturday, but the competitors and other boaters typically end up staying through Sunday to enjoy the Lake Cumberland area attractions.

A perennial favorite that you won’t want to miss is the Lake Cumberland World’s Largest Raft Up – Returning in August 2021 – where thousands of boats come together. Lake Cumberland Raft Up participants call it the “Gauntlet”. For additional information on these Lake Cumberland events, call the Lake Cumberland State Dock Marina at 270-343-2525.

Come enjoy one of the biggest Lake Cumberland boating events. Friday traditionally kicks off a weekend of fun, music, and fast boats. Lake Cumberland has a great mix of cabins, hotels and accommodations to help you relax and have a great time.

September 7, 2019 @ 9:00 am - September 8, 2019 @ 12:00 am

Don’t Miss The Most Popular Event on Lake Cumberland – Lake Cumberland Poker Run happens SEPTEMBER 6-8, 2019!
Combining the raw fury of over 150 of the country’s meanest & fastest powerboats with the fun & energy of Mardi Gras, this year’s Poker Run is sure to be the best one yet! Famous as one of the largest and most popular Poker Run, the Lake Cumberland Poker Run is definitely one of the most exciting events of the year! Be sure to secure your lodging in advance! A full list of Lake Cumberland cabins, hotels & lakeside accommodations can be found at LakeCumberlandVacation.com.

We want to make this poker run not only the best ever, but also the best in the USA! But we can’t do it without you. We guarantee you’ll be talking about this one for a long time! Click the links below for lots more info! This year we’ll have more boats, more sponsors and more fun! The only thing missing is you! All times are Central Time. For additional information, call the Lake Cumberland State Dock at 270-343-2525.

Friday Night:
The party begins! We will have live entertainment on Friday starting at 8 pm – 12 am.
Can’t forget the hydrolift has been converted to a dance floor in addition to the Party Barges.

Saturday:
9:00 AM Drivers Meeting. Attendance is mandatory for all drivers participating in the Poker Run. You get the 1st Card at the Drivers Meeting.

10:00 AM Lake Cumberland Poker Run. *Watch for details regarding the 2019 Poker Run Course!

After Lunch boats leave at their leisure (no organized start)

6:30 PM Cards must be turned in at State Dock

Saturday Night Entertainment:

8:00 pm a live performer at State Dock

The dance floor will also be in full swing!

Where do I Park my boat at State Dock? – The 2 rows normally used for the rental houseboats are not available for public parking. The first row is being utilized as Boatel Row and will have over 40 houseboats (boatels) for the Poker Run participants. The other row is reserved for boats entered in the Poker Run only. You must have a Poker Run Decal on the boat to park on this row. This will be strictly enforced. The other common areas of state dock are available for parking. Along the walk ways, etc. Fuel piers should be kept clear except after the ships store closes and we stop selling fuel. Late at night you can park there. NO SMOKING ON THE FUEL PIERS

What does it cost? – There is no charge to visit the docks and check out all of the incredible boats. Beginning at 6:00 PM a wrist band will be required to enter the boatel and entertainment areas. Wrist bands for both nights entertainment are $30 or $20 for one night.

Lake Cumberland Poker Run June 2019

Water Patrol and Law Enforcement: – The law enforcement agencies are always on high alert for the Poker Run. They will be patrolling the harbor on Friday and Saturday nights and normally have patrols and road blocks on Park Road. If you drink, don’t drive. Also, please keep all drinks in a cup or Coozie. Otherwise, you are drawing attention to yourself and asking for trouble.

Kid Friendly? – You must be 21 or accompanied by a parent to enter the boatel row and entertainment area. The parties and entertainment at night are not an appropriate place for children.

Lake Cumberland Poker Run 2019 Pics

Where Should I go to view the Poker Run? – You can view the Poker Run anywhere between Burnside Marina and Grider Hill Marina. The boats will be east of State Dock between 10:00 and 12:00 and West of Wolf Creek after lunch. PLEASE STAY OUT OF THE MAIN CHANNEL and give the Poker Runners a safe area to run. Also, PLEASE KEEP WAKES TO A MINIMUM when boats are in the area. Big cruiser rollers can be dangerous for the Poker Run boats.

More Information? see http://www.lakecumberlandpokerrun.net/