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Kentucky campground opening dates

38 campgrounds tracked (23 US Army Corps of Engineers, 9 USDA Forest Service, 6 National Park Service). View Kentucky on the map

Today: 1 open · 3 open year-round · 4 closing within 30 days · 2 closed · 28 not yet known. See them on the map?state=KY.

CampgroundPark / forestStateSeasonReservations
Alum Ford CampgroundBig South Fork National River & Recreation AreaKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Axtel CampgroundRough River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Baileys Point CampgroundBarren River LakeKYApr 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 (approx.)Recreation.gov Reserve
Bear Creek Campground - KYBig South Fork National River & Recreation AreaKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Blue Heron CampgroundBig South Fork National River & Recreation AreaKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Boat Gunnel Group CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKYApr 11, 2026 – Oct 26, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Buckhorn CampgroundBuckhorn LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Canal CampgroundBarkley LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Cave Creek CampgroundRough River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Claylick Boat-In CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKYCloses Oct 5, 2026; reopens Apr 18, 2027Recreation.gov Reserve
Craigs Creek Group AreaClosed (per forest page)Daniel Boone National ForestKYClosed (per forest page)Recreation.gov Reserve
Cumberland Point CampgroundLake CumberlandKYRecreation.gov: Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.The Mill Springs Battlefield Park is just a 20-minute drive from the campground.Recreation.gov Reserve
Dewey Lake Campground Shoreline SitesDewey LakeKYApr 20, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Dog Creek CampgroundNolin River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Eureka CampgroundBarkley LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Fall Creek CampgroundLake CumberlandKYRecreation.gov: Due to the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.The Mill Springs Mill Park is just a 15-minute drive from the campground. Interpretive tours of the mill are given SaturdRecreation.gov Reserve
Fishing Creek CampgroundLake CumberlandKYRecreation.gov: Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.Recreation.gov Reserve
Grove CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Holly Bay CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKYApr 9, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026Recreation.gov Reserve
Holmes Bend CampgroundGreen River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Houchin Ferry CampgroundMammoth Cave National ParkKYRecreation.gov: The picnic tables and shelters are available for public use, and the boat launch is open for public access. https://www.nps.gov/maca/planyourvisit/canoeliveries.htm Most trails north of the Green River are open for horseback riding.Recreation.gov Reserve
Hurricane Creek CampgroundBarkley LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Kendall CampgroundYear-roundLake CumberlandKYOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Koomer Ridge CampgroundYear-roundDaniel Boone National ForestKYOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Laurel Branch CampgroundRough River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Littcarr CampgroundCarr Creek LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Mammoth Cave CampgroundMammoth Cave National ParkKYRecreation.gov: Additional amenities; coin-operated showers are available adjacent to the campground, behind the Caver's Camp Store, next to the Post Office. Most trails north of the Green River are open for horseback riding.Recreation.gov Reserve
Maple Springs CampgroundMammoth Cave National ParkKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Moutardier CampgroundNolin River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
North Fork CampgroundRough River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
S-Tree CampgroundYear-roundDaniel Boone National ForestKYOpen year-roundRecreation.gov Reserve
Smith Ridge CampgroundGreen River LakeKY—Recreation.gov Reserve
Tailwater CampgroundBarren River LakeKYRecreation.gov: Primitive camping is available during the non-peak season with a dump station, potable water, and pit toilets offered during that time. The campground has an amphitheater, playground, beach volleyball court, horseshoe pit, and an open field for sports like softball or a fun game of tRecreation.gov Reserve
The Narrows CampgroundBarren River LakeKYRecreation.gov: There are two loops open the full camping season.Just up the lake from The Narrows is the Barren River Lake State Resort Park host of the Glasgow Highland Games. The Narrows campground is also near open waters for tubing, skiing or wakeboarding. Or take a hike at dusk to hear the seaRecreation.gov Reserve
Trace Branch CampgroundBuckhorn LakeKYRecreation.gov: 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 boasts mostly waterfront campsites with electric and water hookups.Recreation.gov Reserve
Twin Knobs CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKYOpen now (per Daniel Boone National Forest (official page))Recreation.gov Reserve
Waitsboro CampgroundLake CumberlandKYRecreation.gov: Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.General Burnside Island State Park is nearby. The trail is open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4pm EST.Recreation.gov Reserve
Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For CampgroundDaniel Boone National ForestKYRecreation.gov: Tater Knob, a fire tower open to the public, is nearby, offering outstanding views of the area.Water skiing and swimming are wonderful ways to enjoy the lake. Nature programs are regularly scheduled during peak season and wildlife watching is rewarding.Electric hookups are provided aRecreation.gov Reserve

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