Established Camping
Lake Malone State Park Campground
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Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Due to weather, Kentucky State Parks cannot guarantee the availability of water or other resources at our campgrounds during inclement weather months when freezing temperatures are possible. Please contact the park directly for available resources if traveling during months that are conducive to freezing temperatures.
Burn Bans may be in effect. Please contact the Park for details on restrictions.
Lake Malone State Park Campground, near Belton, Kentucky, is a charming spot that offers a mix of relaxation and outdoor fun. With clean facilities and well-maintained grounds, it’s a great place to set up camp and unwind.
The campground features electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, making it easy to enjoy a cozy evening under the stars. Visitors have praised the friendly staff, noting that “the camp attendant is super nice” and that the atmosphere is generally quiet and welcoming. You’ll also find convenient amenities like showers and a sanitary dump station to keep things hassle-free.
For those who love to explore, the surrounding area is perfect for hiking and wildlife spotting. Campers have enjoyed early morning walks, spotting various critters along the trails. Plus, there’s a small beach nearby for a refreshing swim or a leisurely day by the water. As one reviewer mentioned, “Every night there are deer out grazing,” adding a touch of nature’s charm to your stay.
Whether you’re here for a quick overnight stop or planning a longer retreat, Lake Malone State Park Campground offers a peaceful escape with plenty of opportunities for adventure.
Description
Lake Malone State Park is well known for its 788 acre Lake and 338 acre park. Hike through the forest thick with hardwood trees, holly, mountain laurel and tall pines. Steep sandstone bluffs rise above the waters edge. It is well known for fishing. The lake is stocked with large mouth bass, crappie, bluegill and channel catfish. We have a boat ramp, camping, beach, picnicking, and playgrounds.
Please note:
- Call park for rates on long term camping.
- The maximum reservation window is 12 months in advance to the date.
- New Inventory is made available when the call center opens.
- There is a 1 night minimum stay during the week at all parks.
- There is a 2 night minimum stay on peak season weekends at all parks with the exception of the Kentucky Horse Park.
- The minimum stay on peak season weekends at the Kentucky Horse Park is 1 night.
- Customers may arrive on a Friday or Saturday and stay a minimum of two nights.
- Customer service is authorized to fill in any empty spaces caused by the 2-night weekend stay rule.
Please note the following:
- Longer minimum night stays are required at most campgrounds during holiday periods.
- Parks prohibits the importation of firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in an effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds.https://parks.ky.gov/firewood-policy
- Golf carts are allowed in the campground by purchasing a permit at check-in. Permits are $25 for the week or $100 for the calendar year. Annual permits can be used at all Kentucky State Park campgrounds and the Kentucky Horse Park. Disabled guests are not required to purchase a permit if they display their disability hanging tag.
Location
Lake Malone State Park Campground is located in Kentucky
Directions
Lake Malone is 22 miles south of Central City,from the Western Kentucky Parkway exit at Central City and take US 431 to KY 973 to the park.From Greenville KY take 181 south to Hwy 973 go 5 miles to park.
Address
P O Box 93
Dunmor, KY 42339
Coordinates
37.07400056 N
87.04000018 W
Detours Nearby
Tailwater Below Dam
1 hr 23 min away
COE Cheatham Lake Lock A Campground
1 hr 41 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Bowling Green
- 1 hr 4 min from Clarksville
- 1 hr 7 min from Owensboro
- 1 hr 26 min from Nashville
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
