Discover Camping in Kentucky
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Grove
Daniel Boone National Forest
Near Corbin, Kentucky
Grove Campground is perched on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake in Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest. The lake, fed by the Laurel River, is considered one of the most scenic lakes in the state. Boating, fishing, hiking and biking are greatly enjoyed by campers.Hikers, horseback riders ...
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Grayson Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Grayson, Kentucky
Scenic sandstone rock cliffs rim the lake's 40 miles of shoreline. Hike the many trails and enjoy the wildlife viewing area at the Damsite Recreation Area.
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Green River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Campbellsville, Kentucky
Green River Lake is the largest project in the Louisville District -- counting both the land and water acreage (33,793 acres). The Green River is the longest river, at 370 miles, to flow completely within the Commonwealth of Kentucky's borders. Green River Lake also is home to the first Interpretat...
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Holly Bay
Daniel Boone National Forest
Near London, Kentucky
Holly Bay, located two miles north of the Laurel River Dam, sits on the west side of Laurel River Lake. Visitors enjoy the campground for its proximity to the water and beautifully forested location. Plus, Holly Bay is ideal for activities like power boating, canoeing and fishing. The forest was ...
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Holmes Bend
Green River Lake
Near Columbia, Kentucky
Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Holmes Bend Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Click here for the Green River Lake Virtual Tour. With 8,000 surface acres of water, the lake is an ideal place for boating. With ten boat ...
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Hurricane Creek
Barkley Lake
Near Cadiz, Kentucky
Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities. While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife spotting includes white-tailed deer and raccoons.The...
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Holmes Bend Day Use
Green River Lake
Near Columbia, Kentucky
Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Holmes Bend Recreation Area is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Holmes Bend Picnic Shelter is the only Corps managed group picnic shelter in the Holmes Bend Recreation Area. Amenities at the shelter in...
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Houchin Ferry Campground
Mammoth Cave National Park
This lush campground is located 15 miles from the park Visitor Center on the south bank of the Green River. Houchin Ferry campground includes 12 primitive campsites (TENT ONLY) with riverfront views. This is a prime spot if you just want to enjoy the outdoors birdwatching, fishing or canoeing or t...
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Kendall Campground
Lake Cumberland
Near Jamestown, Kentucky
Kendall Campground is located at 80 Kendall Road, south of Jamestown, Kentucky, just below Wolf Creek Dam, which forms beautiful Lake Cumberland. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. The campground is a multi-use recreation area, consisting of 70 acres and 116 reservable campsites...
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Koomer Ridge Campground
Daniel Boone National Forest
Near Pine Ridge, Kentucky
This Campground offers dozens of shaded, wooded campsites. 54 suitable for tents and 19 suitable for a trailer. Camping and fires are prohibited in rock shelters. Red River Gorge, NADA Tunnel, Zilpo Campground, Tater Knob, Natural Bridge, Sky Bridge, Clifty Wilderness. The Red River Gorge off...
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Laurel Branch
Rough River Lake
Near Mc Daniels, Kentucky
Laurel Branch Campground is located on the shore of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake is a hometown paradise for visitors who love the outdoors, and more than two million visitors camp, picnic, fish, swim, boat and relax on the lake shore each year.Laurel Branch Cam...
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Linton
Barkley Lake
Near Cadiz, Kentucky
Linton Recreation area is a day-use haven that sits on Lake Barkley near wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy the the excellent atmosphere beautiful scenery.The accessible picnic shelter fits 100 guests and 50 vehicles. Other p...
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Littcarr Campground
Carr Creek Lake
Near Redfox, Kentucky
Littcarr Campground is located on the shores of Carr Creek Lake in southeastern Kentucky's mountainous region. The area provides an excellent atmosphere for camping, fishing, boating and enjoying the natural setting.The campground offers 45 sites with electric and water hookups. Amenities include fl...
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Lake Cumberland
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Somerset, Kentucky
Located on the Cumberland River, Wolf Creek Dam holds back waters producing the 100 mile long reservoir known as Lake Cumberland. The lake is one of the largest lakes east of the Mississippi River and is a cherished vacation destination for millions of visitors each year. The lake?s close proximit...
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Laurel River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Corbin, Kentucky
Laurel River Lake is situated within the boundaries of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail passes through the Laurel damsite.
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Laurel River Lake Picnic Area
Laurel River Lake
Near London, Kentucky
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...
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Leatherwood Recreation Area
Buckhorn Lake
Shelter Leatherwood located on Buckhorn Lake Vault Toilets Buckhorn Lake Buckhorn Campground, Play ground, Basketball Court, Boat Ramp. Shelter Leatherwood, Fishing Peer,
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Mammoth Cave Campground
Mammoth Cave National Park
Near Mammoth Cave, Kentucky
Mammoth Cave Campground puts campers in a prime spot to explore the depths and overland treasures of Mammoth Cave National Park. Mammoth Cave is an underground passageway containing more than 400 miles of naturally sculpted limestone and sandstone. It is the longest recorded cave system in the world...
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Mammoth Picnic Shelters
Mammoth Cave National Park
Near Brownsville, Kentucky
There are two shelters available at the Mammoth Cave Picnic Area for visitor use, two of which can be reserved. Shelter G-1 in Picnic Area is an Enclosed Shelter (Pickup the key at the Mammoth Cave Campground Kiosk the day of your reservation.) Shelter G-2 in PIcnic Area is an Open Oh...
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Maple Springs
Mammoth Cave National Park
Near Brownsville, Kentucky
At Maple Springs, visitors can enjoy the serenity of the campground and surrounding backcountry trails, or spend their days exploring Mammoth Cave. Campers can explore up to ten miles of the cave through a variety of tours available at the Visitor Center. With more than 400 miles (644 km) of mapped ...
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Mill Springs Mill Shelter
Lake Cumberland
Near Monticello, Kentucky
Mill Springs Mill is located at 9135 Highway 1275 North, Monticello, KY and is a day-use facility located on the shores of Lake Cumberland, overlooking the main body of the lake. There is NO overnight camping allowed in the area. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. Mill Springs Mi...
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Moutardier
Nolin River Lake
Near Bee Spring, Kentucky
Moutardier Campground sits on the shores of Nolin River Lake in the rolling landscape of southern Kentucky. The large lake and surrounding greenery create a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Click here to take a tour of our lake.Moutardier Campground offers 167 campsites, complete with m...
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Mammoth Cave Backcountry Camping
Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park encompasses 52,830 acres in south central Kentucky and protects the diverse geological, biological and historical features associated with the longest known cave in the world. Backcountry camping is one of the many outdoor pleasures that visitors enjoy. There are 13 desi...
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Moutardier Day Use
Nolin River Lake
Near Leitchfield, Kentucky
Moutardier Day Use area is located adjacent to Moutardier Campground and Moutardier Marina on Nolin River Lake. The Day use area has restrooms, playgrounds, picnic tables, boat ramp, courtesy docks, fishing piers, and a reservable group shelter. Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws m...
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North Fork (KY)
Rough River Lake
Near Mc Daniels, Kentucky
North Fork Campground is located on the shore of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake is a hometown paradise for visitors who love the outdoors, and more than two million visitors camp, picnic, fish, swim, boat and relax on the lake shore each year.The historic Green F...
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Nolin River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Mammoth Cave, Kentucky
Nolin River Lake has an average annual visitation of over two million and maintains one of the lowest drowning rates in the State. Known for its unique blue/green water, Nolin is one of the top five lakes in Kentucky for catfish, bass, crappie, and walleye fishing. The majority of the path Nolin Riv...
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Old Kuttawa
Barkley Lake
Near Kuttawa, Kentucky
Old Kuttawa Recreation Area is on the northern shores of Lake Barkley, near the narrow canal linking it to Kentucky Lake. Together, these two reservoirs combine to create one of the greatest freshwater recreation areas in the country. Take pleasure in a day of picnicking or soak up the sun at the ...
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Pikes Ridge
Green River Lake
Near Knifley, Kentucky
Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Pikes Ridge Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Click here for the Green River Lake Virtual Tour.With 8,000 surface acres of water, the lake is an ideal place for boating. With ten boat r...
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Rough River Lake
US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Falls Of Rough, Kentucky
The 5,100 acre Rough River Lake provides a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in cooperation with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, manages Rough River Lake's land and water for wildlife, fisheries, and recreation. The lake is situated in Breckinridge...
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Smith Ridge
Green River Lake
Near Campbellsville, Kentucky
Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Smith Ridge Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Click here for the Green River Lake Virtual Tour. Between 05/12/2023 and 09/10/2023 this location is staffed. Please call (270) 789-2743 to...
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Satterly Picnic Shelter
Green River Lake
Near Campbellsville, Kentucky
Satterly Picnic Shelter is located within the Site 1 Day Use Area. Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, the Dam Area is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. With 8,000 surface acres of water, the lake is an ideal place for boating. With ten b...
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Tailwater
Barren River Lake
Near Scottsville, Kentucky
The Tailwater Campground offers 48-sites located along the Barren River, just below the dam. This lazy riverside campground is quieter than neighboring campgrounds and seems to have a slower pace since it is set below the lake, yet close enough for easy lake access. Annually, the campground is h...
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The Narrows
Barren River Lake
Near Glasgow, Kentucky
The Narrows is a family-friendly campground on Barren River Lake, perfect for water lovers and anglers. The Narrows Campground is a 92-site area located near a marina and boat launch ramp. It is a moderately sized campground that has attracted many folks to return year after year. There are two loop...
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Trace Branch Campground
Buckhorn Lake
Near Busy, Kentucky
The Trace Branch Campground, located on Buckhorn Lake, is a great launchpad for outdoor activities in Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau. The facility features plenty of shade and open grassy areas for spreading out and enjoying the landscape of the Appalachian Mountain Range.Trace Branch Campground...
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Twin Knobs Campground
Daniel Boone National Forest
Near Morehead, Kentucky
Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 sites spread out over 10 loops under a dense forest of mixed conifer and deciduous trees. The recreation area includes two reservable group picnic areas. Group camping is a...
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Tailwater Day Use (Nolin River Lake)
Nolin River Lake
Near Sweeden, Kentucky
Tailwater Day Use area is located on the Nolin River below Nolin River Lake Dam and Spillway. The day use area has restrooms, playgrounds, a boat ramp, picnic tables, and a reservable group shelter. Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws more than two million visitors each year to enjo...
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