Carr Creek State Park Campground, near Sassafras, Kentucky, is a solid choice for families and outdoor lovers alike. With spacious sites that accommodate both tents and RVs, it’s a great spot to set up camp and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you.

The campground boasts a lovely beach area that visitors rave about, making it perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Many campers appreciate the clean facilities, including drinking water and electric hookups, which add to the convenience of your stay. One happy camper noted, “Love that the beach wasn’t far from our site. People was friendly!”

For those who enjoy water activities, the nearby lake offers opportunities for kayaking and fishing. While some trails might require a bit of effort to reach, the scenic views and clear waters make it worthwhile. Just keep in mind that the beach has a few steps to navigate, so plan accordingly if you’re bringing kids or gear.

If you’re looking for a quiet retreat, this campground provides a peaceful atmosphere, especially in the fall. While there’s not a ton of hustle and bustle, you can find some local spots for ice cream and basic supplies just a short drive away. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Carr Creek State Park Campground has plenty to offer for a memorable outdoor experience.

Carr Creek State Park Campground

Join the fun near Carr Creek Lake. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Carr Creek Lake, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Carr Creek Lake

The Best Camping Near Carr Creek Lake, Kentucky

Moderately clean place to stay. The trails are pretty easy but could be a little better maintained. The area itself is very pretty and the water is clear with a ton of fish.

Nice Trails

Campground is pretty small, lots of RVs, playground, basic & clean, swimming, wide river for fishing. Some sites are very open, some are shady, none are particularly private. Good stopover but not much to do if you don’t have a boat or interest in fishing. 


Ok spot to enjoy your boat 

Clean and quiet place to stay. Small camp ground but the lots are big. Has a nice swimming area and beach. We will use this place again.

Nice Place

Overall; nice place, bathrooms get gross quickly when campground is at full capacity. Not handicap friendly. Good cell service, 4G. Small beach area, clear water for swimming, but have quite a few steps to walk down to the lake. Playground equipment was taken down, only had a couple of swings. All sites have electric and water, picnic table, two poles to hang garbage or lantern, also fire rings with grates for cooking on Pets allowed on leash. Firewood and ice available.

Attendant on site, not a ranger, maybe a "workamper?" Bathrooms cleaned only once in the midmorning. The commodes have a button to flush which is difficult to push. I think young children couldn't push it, so the toilets got nasty and full. Toilet paper ran out by early evening. There was no commode in the handicap stall in the women's room. Hot showers with regular handle for continual flow (as opposed to some places that only run a couple of minutes before you have to push the button again.

Most sites are shaded and grassy areas. Sites 7, 8, 26, 28, 31 are washed out, not good for putting up a tent. Lake surrounds campground but not visible through the trees. A few very steep trails from some sites down to the lake.

Beach is about 100 yds long. Water was clean and clear. It might be a slight challenge walking back up the steps to the parking lot if you're not in good shape. If you plan on hanging out at the beach area for awhile, I suggest bringing a beach tent, it gets hot. There is a drive way down to the beach for handicap access, but the gate was locked. There is a marina on the other side of the road. I believe you can rent a pontoon there.

While we were there, somebody with a super loud speed boat was racing around, so be aware that if you're wanting peace and quiet, there is boating noise. There was also a group of campers that had speakers set up and played their music Sat night that was annoying. Not super loud, but we just didn't care for their style of music. We tolerated it, but don't know why they weren't asked to turn it down. To me, music shouldn't be heard much past your own site.

It's about 5+/- miles in either direction for a store. There is an ice cream place about 2 miles away that also sells basic prep fried food and breakfast.

Our electric didn't work (site 33) but we were with another couple and plugged into theirs next to us. We usually primitive camp, but because of the Aug heat, it's nice to have a fan at night.

We might camp there again. The main thing is that the bath house needs to be updated and attended to more than once a day. It's better than nothing, but I'd rather go in an outhouse than see an overflowing toilet.

RV/Tent camp by mtn lake

Went camping here in October. Campground was nice. Bathrooms were not very well kept. It has a beach with swimming and it was nice. We kayaked on the lake and while it was enjoyable there was a lot of trash in the lake. The people working while we were there were great. Not a lot going on here. We had to drive to get to a place to hike. That was fun. We probably will not return to this camp ground in the future.

Quiet in Fall

Great

best beach, has gone thru some upgrades this year..

excellent beach area..

Good size sites, especially the outer part of the loop. The beach is nice but a lot of steps to get down to it. Overall the campground is clean and staff is extremely helpful. The bathhouses are a bit run down and updated or something. We had a path to the lake which was great and we kayaked from the marina cause it seemed easier. Overall a good small campground just needs a little more attention in the bath houses at the campground and beach area. We will go back for sure.

Great small campground

Love that the beach wasn’t far from our site. People was friendly!

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