Fishing, swimming, and boating drive most visits to Hurricane Creek, an Army Corps of Engineers campground on the eastern edge of Lake Barkley near Eddyville, Kentucky. The campground has its own boat ramp, and as one reviewer noted, "you can park your watercraft nearby," making it a practical base for anyone arriving by water or trailering a boat. A small beach sits adjacent to the tent sites, and the beach is reserved for registered campers, which keeps it from getting crowded during peak summer weekends.
The roughly 45 sites divide into waterfront RV hookup sites, tree-shaded interior sites, and walk-in tent sites near the boat ramp parking area. Waterfront sites draw repeat visitors and go quickly, but they come with a trade-off: most have little shade. The interior sites offer more tree cover. Site spacing is reasonable rather than cramped, and most sites are fairly level, though the terrain near the lake runs hilly in places, so campers who need a flat pad should scope sites before settling in. Cell coverage works for Verizon and AT&T users; T-Mobile has been reported as unreliable.
The campground runs one main loop with a centrally located bathhouse. Bathrooms are well-maintained and handicap accessible. Showers run lukewarm, which most summer visitors find acceptable given the heat. All sites include picnic tables and fire rings, though some fire rings lack grill grates. A dump station is available on-site, though waits can build around checkout time on busy weekends. Firewood is available for purchase. The campground hosts are consistently described as attentive and visible throughout the day.
Access requires driving narrow roads to reach the site, and backing into some spots takes patience, particularly sites 22, 23, and 39, which reviewers flag as especially tight. The campground runs from late April through mid-October, with nightly rates from $16 to $32. Reservations are available and recommended for waterfront sites. Nearby, Prizer Point Marina & Resort and KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point provide additional options in the same stretch of lakeshore, and places to camp near Cadiz round out the region for those building a longer itinerary. Hurricane Creek works best for families and boaters who want direct lake access with full hookups and don't mind trading shade for a waterfront site.
Description
Overview
Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities. While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife spotting includes white-tailed deer and raccoons.
Recreation
From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Hurricane Creek is the perfect setting for outdoor activities.
Facilities
The campground offers 51 sites with water and electric hookups. Six of these are walk-to sites. Hot showers, laundry facilities and a playground are available.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and offers comfortable and refreshing water temperatures in summer months.
Nearby Attractions
The three-mile Lake Barkley State Park Trail is highly recommended. Plus the Lyon County Museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, makes for an enjoyable visit. Items in the museum highlight the area's immigration history dating back to 1865.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Canal Campground, Eureka Campground, Hurricane Creek Campground and Bumpus Mills Campground at Lake Barkley now have check out times of 12 PM (noon). Check in time is 3 PM.
Map & DirectionsHurricane Creek is located in Kentucky near Cadiz
Directions
Physical Address: Hurricane Creeek Campground: 25 Hurrican Creek Campground Road, Eddyville, KY 42038 From Paducah, Kentucky: Take I-24 east to exit 45. Turn right on Highway 293west and go 0.3 miles. Turn left on Highway 93 south, go 5.3 miles. Turnright on Highway 274 south, go 5.7 miles. Turn right on Hurricane camproad. Campground on left. From Nashville, Tenn.: Take I-24 west to Exit 56. Turn left on Highway 139north and go approximately one mile. Turn right on Highway 276, go eight miles.Turn right on Highway 274 and drive one mile. Turn left on Hurricane Camp Road;campground is on left.
Address
Hurricane Creek Campground
25 Hurricane Creek Campground Road
Eddyville, KY 42038
Coordinates
36.92 N
87.9758333 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 45 min from Paducah, KY
- 51 min from Clarksville, TN
- 1 hr 39 min from Evansville, IN
- 1 hr 40 min from Owensboro, KY










































