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Twin Lakes Campground

Sitting on the North-South Trail within Land Between the Lakes, Twin Lakes Campground is boat-in and walk-in access only, making it a practical base for hikers and paddlers rather than RV travelers. The older of two adjacent campgrounds sharing the name, it has a boat ramp, one portable toilet, and sites with heavy shade and canopy cover. Sites 5 and 6 connect into a larger group-style area. Cell signal on AT&T runs inconsistently. Purchase a Basic Campground dispersed camping permit at a visitor center before arriving, as no on-site registration is available.

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Map & DirectionsTwin Lakes Campground is located in Kentucky near Grand Rivers

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Directions

From Grand Rivers, KY, take State Rt 453 ("The Trace") south 3.3 miles to Twin Lakes sign. Turn right onto Forest Rt 104 (rough road) and go 0.2 miles to campground entrance.

Coordinates

36.96618339 N
88.19824281 W

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Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 4 users
Last on 9/12/26
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 9/12/26
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 9/12/26

Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 4 users
Last on 9/12/26
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 9/12/26
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 9/12/26

Access

Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Toilets
Pets
Fires

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General Info

Drive Time

27 min from Paducah, KY
1 hr 9 min from Clarksville, TN
1 hr 40 min from Evansville, IN
1 hr 47 min from Cape Girardeau, MO

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Reviews2 Camper Reviews - Twin Lakes Campground

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Lisa M.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2024

Planning to camp there

This will be the next campground to go

SiteHaven't booked one yet

Month of VisitAugust

Staci R.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 2, 2022

Twin Lakes, the boat ramp side - intended for walk up dispersed camping,

Twin lakes actually has two campgrounds associated with one name, and they are right next to one another. This twin lakes is older, with a boat ramp and ONE port-a-jon... but this one has almost all shade and canopy, has campsites tucked away from the others, sits right on the North-South trail, and sites 5 & 6 are blended into a bigger group type campsite. There are no amenities here, and my cell signal was iffy one moment and three bars the next (AT&T). Follow the directions to the Twin Lakes sign, then take the turn by the "boat ramp" sign on the left at the fork. Follow it back a good ways, and it will open to the campground. All sites are first come, first serve, require a Basic Campground (Dispersed) camping permit which you have to purchase at any of the visitor's centers prior to your arrival.

I believe this campgound was originally intended for those to use while hiking the full (or north leg) of the North-South trail, and as vehicles kept coming back, the "roads" back to the sites off the water developed. I wouldn't bring an RV back here to boon dock, unless you knew you were going to end up on site 5 or 6... and then it would still be a maybe.

Month of VisitAugust

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there photos available of Twin Lakes Campground in Gilbertsville?

Photos of Twin Lakes Campground in Gilbertsville may be available through the official Land Between the Lakes website or recreation.gov. For the most current visual representation of the campground, contacting the managing agency directly is recommended. The campground features shaded sites under a forest canopy and waterfront access, which are typically highlighted in available imagery.

How does Twin Lakes Campground compare to other camping options in Land Between the Lakes?

Twin Lakes Campground offers a more rustic and natural experience compared to other Land Between the Lakes camping options. It features abundant shade with sites tucked away under forest canopy, providing more privacy than some other campgrounds in the area. The facilities are more basic, with just one port-a-john and a boat ramp, making it ideal for campers seeking a more primitive experience. While newer campgrounds in the region might offer more amenities, Twin Lakes excels in its natural setting and direct access to the North-South trail for hiking enthusiasts.

Where is Twin Lakes Campground located?

Twin Lakes Campground is located in Gilbertsville, Kentucky in the Land Between the Lakes region. The campground sits adjacent to the water and features access to the North-South trail. It consists of two connected campgrounds under the same name that are positioned right next to each other, offering visitors easy access to both water activities and hiking opportunities in this popular recreation area.

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