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Guist Creek Marina & Campground

With reservations available through the state park system, Guist Creek Marina & Campground provides drive-in, walk-in, and boat-in access to sites along Guist Creek Lake. The facility accommodates both RV campers with electric and water hookups and tent campers, though reviewers note that tent sites sit close to RV areas rather than having dedicated sections. Most sites require some leveling work for trailers.

The campground operates as part of a working marina, so the on-site store stocks fishing licenses, bait, and basic camping supplies like firewood and ice, though campers should bring toiletries and specialty items. Nicklaus G. found "the shower house was immaculate" and noted staff provided helpful local knowledge. A playground and pavilion serve families, while the boat ramp gives direct lake access for fishing and paddling.

Sites range from wooded options with tree cover to open areas, and campers can choose between lakefront views and more sheltered spots away from the water. The gravel roads handle regular traffic well, and Lake Shelby Campground offers an alternative base for exploring the region. Rural King and other retail stores operate within five miles for forgotten supplies.

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Map & DirectionsGuist Creek Marina & Campground is located in Kentucky near Shelbyville

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Directions

Take I-64 East from Louisville (approximately 40 miles) or I-64 West from Lexington (approximately 60 miles). At Shelbyville, take EXIT 35 (Hwy 53 North) to first traffic light (US 60) - turn RIGHT, drive to stoplight at Shelby County High School (on left) - Turn LEFT at light (onto Rocket Lane) - go to end of this road - at STOP sign - Turn RIGHT onto KY 1779 (Benson Road) continue until you cross a concrete bridge. Just past the bridge turn RIGHT at first road - this is the entrance to Guist Creek Marina & Campground.

Address

11990 Boat Dock Rd
Shelbyville, KY 40065

Coordinates

38.21100092 N
85.14500097 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites

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General Info

Drive Time

30 min from Louisville, KY
47 min from Lexington, KY
1 hr 6 min from Elizabethtown, KY
1 hr 30 min from Cincinnati, OH

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Guist Creek Marina & Campground

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Many visitors reported friendly staff and exceptionally clean facilities at this lakeside marina campground. Some feedback indicated tight spacing between sites, particularly mixing tent and RV areas.

Asher M.

Traveler

Reviewed Apr. 3, 2023

Solid Campground

This campground is nicely maintained. Has a nice bathroom and shower facility. The playground is nice and has a pavilion right next to it. I have a small trailer which is easy to level up but most of the sites are not very level.

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Month of VisitApril

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Jason M.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 15, 2022

On top of each other, tents and RVs mixed too close.

Campground is OK. You're literally on top of each other. They put a huge RV with huge jeeps and trailers backed up a foot from our car and tiny tent. I was afraid they would run us over while we slept. There were open RV sites everywhere, so putting them a foot from us made zero sense to me, I dunno. Made it quite difficult to get our equipment out of our car and back out our car when we left. I can't imagine the RVers appreciated tents dispersed throughout.

Site202, 208

Month of VisitSeptember

Millie H.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2022

Guist Creek Marina Campground

Nice campground, no laundry, quiet, pretty

Site101

Month of VisitJuly

Brandon E.

Scout

Reviewed May. 8, 2021

Courteous staff, not best site itself

Staff was very courteous. I was given very clear directions to the site and couldn't miss it. The lake is beautiful. Dog and I took a little canoe ride. My only issue was that the primitive tent sites were so close to the camper sites which likely couldn't be helped.

Month of VisitMay

Nicklaus G.

Scout

Reviewed Mar. 28, 2021

Perfect all around!

I’m on a month camping trek. This is the third place I’ve stopped in the past week. Beautiful area, tent camping and pull thru available. Camp hosts were knowledgeable, helpful, and kind. Store had everything I needed.

The place is beautiful with river view and valley overlooking sunsets every night. Options of wooded or open concept sites. Picnic tables and fireplaces were in good shape. Thunderstorms came though the night by noon everything was dry and perfect.

Everyone in the store when I arrived was welcoming. Answered all my questions. The have fishing licenses available, along with hunting.

Be aware it is a Marina, this said if fishings your deal everything your looking for in the store. If you’re used to being spoiled in state park camp stores, they have wood and ice and food and coffee. Don’t bank on them have that last minute toothbrush you forgot.

This being said the shower house was immaculate. Been camping since I was six months old. Don’t remember all the shower houses but I’ve never seen one this clean and well maintained.

For sure will be visiting again!

Kevin T.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 18, 2020

Had a nice evening

The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I asked for the most remote location to set up my tent. It’s still pretty close (across the gravel road about 100’ from RV/trailer campers). The row of tent sites backed up to a fence line. There are trees along this row so you’re not in full sun all day. I wish the tent sites were along the edge of the lake, but this is safer for small children. I’d camp here again possibly. There is a shower house but I did not use this facility. A Rural King store and other retail businesses are less than 5 miles from the location if you happen to forget something.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Guist Creek Marina & Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Guist Creek Marina & Campground has water hookups.

Are fires allowed at Guist Creek Marina & Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Guist Creek Marina & Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Guist Creek Marina & Campground have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Guist Creek Marina & Campground does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Guist Creek Marina & Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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