The nine-mile drive from Kentucky Highway 80 winds through challenging terrain before reaching this Army Corps of Engineers campground on Lake Cumberland's shores. Cumberland Point Campground operates seasonally from May through September, providing 50-amp electric and water hookups at gravel sites that accommodate RVs up to 68 feet.
Sites sit close together in a forested setting, though the campground maintains a secluded atmosphere when not at capacity. Campers have direct access to Lake Cumberland for fishing, with a boat launch located at the campground's lower section. The narrow site entrances require careful maneuvering for larger rigs, and reviewers consistently note the rough access road as a significant consideration for trip planning.
Lynette L. describes the facility as "well maintained" but cautions that "the 9 miles in from KY 80 are hair raising." The campground includes standard amenities like restrooms, drinking water, a dump station, and picnic tables, with campfires permitted throughout the property. Sites provide views of the lake through the tree cover, and the location works well as a base for exploring campsites near Lake Cumberland.
Campers seeking easier road access might consider Conley Bottom Resort Campground, located just over a mile away with more convenient approach routes.
Description
Overview
Cumberland Point Campground is situated along the shores of the vast Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour.
Recreation
Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities. The lake has an abundance of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, rockfish and walleye, making it a favorite among anglers.
Facilities
Visitors enjoy the 30-acre site and its 30 shaded campsites. Fourteen of these sites are waterfront, making them prime locations for weekend recreation. Cumberland Point has a day-use area, picnic shelter and public parking. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp and playground are located within the park. The entrance and exit roads have a moderate to severe grade.
Natural Features
The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, offering sweeping scenic views. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.
Nearby Attractions
The Mill Springs Battlefield Park is just a 20-minute drive from the campground. This historic Civil War site offers interpretive exhibits, a gift shop and driving tour. Special events are held throughout the year.
Location
RV ParkCumberland Point Campground is located in Kentucky
Directions
From Nancy, Kentucky, take Highway 235 south for a mile to Highway 761. Turn right and travel 9 miles to the campground entrance.
Address
10000 HWY 761
Nancy, KY 42544
Coordinates
36.9655556 N
84.8422222 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Bowling Green, KY
- 1 hr 44 min from Lexington, KY
- 1 hr 52 min from Elizabethtown, KY
- 2 hrs 24 min from Knoxville, TN
