Best Tent Camping near Adams, KY

Recent Tent Reviews in Adams

430 Reviews of 19 Adams Campgrounds

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  Bob M.

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 19, 2024

  East Fork (WV)

  Decent Place

  We camped here for 6 nights just before Halloween, enjoyed it. Not a lot to do unless you have a boat, but it's a scenic area. Ended up here because we had to avoid our original plans due to Hurricane Helene.

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  DD

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 17, 2024

  The Ole Cornfield

  This Place is Awesome! Favorite Camping Spot Ever

  James, Lauren and their crew were the best! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The camping is just so relaxing, right on the river, open space, beautiful land! We can't wait to visit again.

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  Kevin C.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 19, 2024

  Paragon Dispersed Camping Area

  Beautiful location just off a paved road

  We came in on a Friday late afternoon and there were only a few camping sites available. We found a spot right on the lake.

  Our first morning a heron was fishing in the lake less than 100 feet from us. We saw him catch a fish. There were woodpeckers, hawks and several other birds I did not recognize.

  The view of the lake from our camp site was amazing. Very picture worthy!

  The campsites are pretty close together providing less than optimal privacy. Some of the campers stayed up late but they kept the noise level down.

  While there we saw one group hang a deer carcass in a tree. Good times!

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  Ashley P.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 1, 2024

  Falls Campground

  Great spot.

  The people that work here are so very nice. I love the relaxed chill atmosphere. I always come on a Sunday or a weeknights it is pretty empty and the campsites are too close together for me to go on a weekend. I think the sites should be less than $40 on a slow night but I still love it here.

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  BluePitMom O.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Sandy Springs Campground

  Serene!

  We stayed from Sunday until Tuesday and didn't want to leave! The campground offers something for everyone: playground equipment, basketball hoop and various balls, access to the river for fishing, and absolutely stunning views of the Ohio as well as the surrounding hills.

  The campers were friendly. Nobody was loud and obnoxious. The owners Julie and Darcy are super nice and helpful.

  We liked the campground so much we're returning in a few weeks!

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  Beth

  Guide

  

  Sep. 13, 2024

  Clear Creek Rec Area

  Beautiful creek

  Pros: Beautiful little creek. Well spaced sites. Low usage. Some sites are long. Nice hiking trails from campsite. Most sites are shaded.

  Cons: Close to a moderately used road.

  Pit toilets, picnic tables, gravel pads.

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  James R.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 12, 2024

  Ashland Huntington West KOA

  Two night stay

  Start off by saying the staff were super great!!!! Stayed in space #1 and all the upper spots are open, wish they had more trees around the spaces. Overall it was still a great experience staying at this location.

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  Lance W.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 9, 2024

  Paintsville Lake State Park Campground

  My new favorite for Eastern Kentucky

  It didn’t get better for Trent camping within a two hour radius. I finally made it here and will be back.

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  Todd C.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 5, 2024

  Yatesville Lake State Park Campground

  Still a favorite

  We had a great time as usual. Nice, quiet and overall clean. Our fire pit was dirty with trash and looked like it had been ran over or something which is surprising for the park.

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  Emily W.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 25, 2024

  Sandy Springs Campground

  Fun for all

  The campsite is totally geared towards family fun! The owners are so hospitable, that you feel like family! One of the most fun places we’ve ever stayed! My kids were busy nonstop with planned fun activities! And they had things for the adults as well and a lot of things for everyone to do together!

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  Corey K.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 17, 2024

  Carter Caves State Resort Park

  State Park with Abundance of Nature

  A very nice state park with an abundance of natural resources surrounding the campground. There are many hiking options, some that explore the various caves around the grounds. The caves themselves are quite the treat.

  The staff are all very friendly and there are camping sites for tents or rigs. However, like many state parks that have not been updated, navigating into some of the spots with a large rig can be challenging. On the one hand, this is nice as there are mature trees throughout. On the other hand, they could increase the size / length of the existing campsites. There is a nice playground and a camp store for any items you have forgotten.

  The lodge is available down the road (within the state park) for dinner if you are looking to mix up the trip. Not fine dining, but decent food. There is also a pool available at a discounted rate for campers - which our kids enjoyed. Note: there are no full hookup sites, which is not uncommon for KY State Parks.

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  Jeremiah S.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 8, 2024

  Chief Logan State Park Campground

  Lots to do

  Chief Logan has a lot of interesting things to see, including an outdoor animal exhibit, a lodge, a pool, a theatre, and a museum all close together.

  Our site was full hook up and very level. There was creek nearby and walking paths all over. We went over to the lodge and was able to swim in the pool and hot tub as part of the price of our campsite. There was solar event with super rare aurora light show for this part of the world while we were there.

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  Jennifer M.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 7, 2024

  Zilpo Campground

  Beautiful campground

  Quiet, less utilized campground on Cave Run Lake. Campsites have more privacy and are more primitive. There is a bathhouse, but it is not regularly maintained. This campground is perfect for kayaking and fishing. Some of the campsites have private beaches.

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  Kenda A.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 5, 2024

  Timbre Ridge Lake

  Beautiful area

  We spent one night of dispersal camping here. It was a beautiful area with a vault toilet. We felt safe enough to leave our windows only screened.

  There were fishermen coming and going several times through the night.

  The vault toilet had not been cleaned recently, nor had trash been emptied.

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  David B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 30, 2024

  Grayson Lake State Park Campground

  Very beautiful

  This place is very beautiful first and foremost. You can fish, rent boats and kayaks. Also the hiking isn’t to bad! They even have tennis courts and a small water park.

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  David B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 30, 2024

  Virginia Point Campground

  Decent place!

  It’s a pretty nice place overall. Decent fishing and camping.

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  Joe K.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

  Needs to be updated and repaired

  Roads in campground are rough in places. Electrical boxes are in rough shape at some sites. 30 amp kept tripping the breaker. WiFi does not work. Several sites have full hookup but sewer hookups need to be repaired and water hookups are far away.

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  Jay S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 12, 2024

  Hanging Rock Recreation Site

  Better Than Walmart

  We stayed in the parking lot as it was getting dark and didn’t know if there were any place to turn our rv around. Very quiet night and were visited by fireflies which was awesome.

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  Joshua R.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 9, 2024

  Carter Caves State Resort Park

  Nice park

  Level site. Staff cleans the bathhouse every hour.

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  paul

  Guide

  

  May. 31, 2024

  Wildcat Camping and Fishing

  Very Nice Place

  We have been here for a little over a month now. Nice level gravel sites with grass around them. Full hookups 30/50A at each site. Wifi. Could accommodate at least 40+ foot 5th wheels. There is a paylake with small shelter areas, playground, horseshoe pit, game room, community gathering area, store with snacks, drinks, tackle and other items. There are restrooms, but no showers or laundry. Beautiful area. About 11 miles to Paintsville, which has all the stores you'd need. Some closer convenience stores. Johnny and Regina, the owners, couldn't be any nicer. Very good monthly rates. Can receive mail and packages.

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  Jon C.

  Traveler

  

  May. 26, 2024

  Virginia Point Campground

  Good place for families.

  Every RV site has a level concrete pad, making setup easy. Otherwise the rest of the RV area is gravel, without any trees or obstructions. Dust to dawn lights keep the area well lit all night. Area appears to be well patrolled by local law enforcement.

  The area has a lot of potential to become a destination, hopefully the city will continue to increase the appeal. Maybe include some hike/bike trails. Dreamland public pool is on the road that leads to the park, and also a small railroad museum (unsure if it is operational at present).

  Do plan on returning and will update this review accordingly.

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  Jon C.

  Traveler

  

  May. 15, 2024

  Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

  Nice family oriented

  Spent 4 nights, nice quiet camp grounds. Was in spot number 61, closest spot to the bathhouse. Not sure it would be the best spot in midsummer as it was also closest to the dumpster. That said it was recently graded and leveled. The primary issue I had was having a smaller camper with a lower sewer connection and the sewer connection was higher than the bottom of my unit.

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  David A.

  Traveler

  

  May. 9, 2024

  Zilpo Campground

  Wonderfully Quite Place

  Stay 6 nights, very peaceful and quite place, this time of year! Campground empty, no one there. Beautiful sites, large, all fine gravel and paved pull offs, very nice! Bathrooms could use a update, easily Lot’s of bug in May, but huge amount of ticks 🕷️ Campground sets back off main road about 10 miles, so no traffic noise at all. Has boat lunch, beach, camp store, 2 dump stations, 7 loops host at most of them, very nice people. We had great time, will defiantly be back to stay again!

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  Joni C.

  Scout

  

  May. 4, 2024

  Sandy Springs Campground

  Epic Views

  We stayed in sites along the river. Wow, what a peaceful beautiful place. We will be back again and again

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  Mark S.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 11, 2024

  Huntington / Fox Fire KOA

  This KOA is a Keeper

  This is a very cozy park tucked in between US60 and I64. We are in site 14 and its not quite level, but they were generous with gravel so the drainage is good! No parking in puddles!The staff is great, friendly, upbeat. The gentleman who led us to the site helped us get positioned, and squared up.The site has a patio, bench, picnic table, fire pit, and a huge gas grill. There is more privacy than usual at KOA, pine trees between sites.Well be back! You do have to watch for the entrance, there is a big KOA sign but its not aligned with the actual turn, so be careful.

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  paul

  Guide

  

  Apr. 2, 2024

  Wildcat Camping and Fishing

  Added Campsite to the app

  Haven't been there yet.Campground wasn't in any of the apps. Just called and made reservations for 3 months. Very nice on the phone. No problem for us with 36' fifth wheel and a dog.

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  Mark R.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 1, 2024

  Sandy Springs Campground

  Quiet little campground

  The view!!!!!! Backing your camper up to the view of the Ohio River is so calming. Watching the barges going up and down is never boring. The owners go out of their way to make sure that you are ok or if you need anything.