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Dispersed Camping

Demumber's Bay

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USDA Forest Service

You may camp almost anywhere in Land Between the Lakes (LBL). A Basic Camping Permit is required for each person 18 and over when camping in Basic Camping Facilities. A Dispersed Camping Permit is required when camping in non-designated areas of the recreation area. Both permits currently cost $50 for annual permit and $10 for a three-day permit and can be purchased https://landbetweenthelakes.us/reservationsandpermits or any LBL facility. Please note that these permits do not apply when camping at Self-Service Campgrounds.

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Location

Demumber's Bay is located in Kentucky

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

36.97745163626786 N
88.15273346131613 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Poor
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Sep. 26, 2023

Multiple Great Spots!

This road is a paved Forest road that leads to a boat ramp. There are multiple dispersed camping spots available along the way (closer to the bay mostly). There are a couple on the water and some in the woods close by. They have fire rings made by stones from previous campers. Just make sure you get a permit for the few that have the requirement. They have a sign once you get to that area by the boat ramp.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Kari M., September 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Kari M., September 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Kari M., September 26, 2023
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Reviewed Sep. 2, 2022

Basic Campground - Pack in all you need (except toilet!)

Denumbers is considered a back country campground in Land Between the Lakes. The road going back into the campground is paved, and the roads in the campground are compacted gravel. This is a well maintained campground whose only amenity is a vault toilet, and trash dumpster. The views of the lake are amazing, and this is a quiet area that allows for easy kayaking or other small water craft. There is a boat ramp, and zero entry areas into the water for launching. 

A Dispersed Camping (Basic Camping) permit is required to camp here and you must purchase these at any of the three Visitor's Centers PRIOR to coming out! I've been told (by LBL LEO) that if you arrive after the centers are closed, but go get the permit first thing in the morning when they open, you will be good...

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Staci R., September 2, 2022
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Staci R., September 2, 2022
  • Review photo of Demumber's Bay by Staci R., September 2, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Demumber's Bay?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Demumber's Bay, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Demumber's Bay have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Demumber's Bay does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Demumber's Bay?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.