Pulaski County Park offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin options for visitors seeking shelter while exploring Lake Cumberland. The park sits 940 feet above sea level with nearby hills rising to 1,250 feet, creating varied terrain for hiking and mountain biking. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting boat launch access at certain times of year.
What to do
Trout fishing opportunities: Kendall Campground provides access to quality trout fishing below Wolf Creek Dam. "Fish the river for trout, walleye and stripers or go upon the lake for a joy ride," notes one visitor at Kendall Campground.
Hiking trail network: Great Meadows Campground offers access to multiple trails through Daniel Boone National Forest. "The walking trails around the brooke and campground were easy enough even for someone with limited mobility," reports a camper who appreciated the accessibility options.
Lake activities: Blue Heron Campground provides water access for swimming and boating. A camper at Blue Heron Campground notes, "Something for everyone at this national park. Whitewater rafting, canoeing, and kayaking await in the big South Fork of the Cumberland River."
Wildlife viewing: Early morning and evening offer prime deer spotting opportunities. "We had daily deer visitors at our site," mentions a Kendall Campground reviewer who stayed for two weeks.
What campers like
Quiet waterfront sites: Lillydale Campground provides peaceful lakeside camping with minimal development. "Lillydale sits on Dale Hollow Lake, which -- for some delightful reason -- has serious limits on development. This makes for green hillsides, clean water, minimal power boats," shares a visitor at Lillydale Campground And Day Use.
Fall camping conditions: The area offers ideal conditions during autumn with reduced crowds. "Especially love camping and hiking here in the Autumn," notes a camper from Blue Heron Campground about seasonal advantages.
Trail variety: Great Meadows offers distinct hiking options connecting to streams. "The sites are spread out well and not overcrowded. There are two separate areas, the first loop on the right side of the road is called deer loop. Down the road, is Racoon loop which is on the left side of the road," explains a visitor at Great Meadows Campground.
National Fish Hatchery access: Educational opportunities exist near dam sites. "The National Fish Hatchery is beside the campground, along with the Trout Stream, which is a really neat man-made stream and wetland from the hatchery down to the Cumberland River," describes a Kendall Campground camper.
What you should know
Water level fluctuations: Boat ramp access varies by season and rainfall. A recent visitor to Pulaski County Park observed, "Not crowded right now and the water is WAY down."
Limited connectivity: Cell reception is limited or non-existent in some campgrounds. "No cell service for the most part but isn't that what camping is about anyway," notes a Great Meadows Campground visitor.
Shower facilities vary: Some campgrounds lack showers entirely while others offer basic facilities. "Be prepared to keep pressing a button every 55 seconds to get water. In addition, there is no way to control water temperature for your shower," warns a Kendall Campground reviewer.
Yurt camping options: While traditional yurt camping near Albany, Kentucky is limited, several campgrounds offer alternative glamping options. The closest dedicated glamping experience to Albany comes from Hidden Ridge Camping, providing equipped tents with amenities.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple sites include play areas for children. "There is several play ground areas close by for the kids to play," mentions a visitor to Pulaski County Park about family-friendly facilities.
Swimming areas: Designated beach and swimming zones provide safer water recreation. "There is a perfect swimming area by the dam. The park rangers have always been very friendly. It has a park and volleyball area for kids to play at," describes a camper at Dale Hollow Damsite.
Kid-friendly fishing spots: Stocked fishing areas increase success rates for young anglers. "The trout stream is beautiful and you can always see plenty of wildlife," notes a Kendall Campground visitor regarding accessible fishing options.
Island camping adventure: Lillydale offers unique island tent camping requiring carts to transport gear. "The tent camp sites on the island were aptly distanced from one another. The campground has 2 carts for people to use," explains a camper about this memorable family experience.
Tips from RVers
Limited hookup information: RVers should research specific site amenities before arrival. "No sewer or cable but everything else is good. Government run facility," advises a Kendall Campground visitor regarding expectations.
Leveling considerations: Some sites require minimal adjustment while others need significant leveling. "Our lot was gravel and almost perfectly level - we didn't have to do anything other than back in and connect our water and power," notes a visitor at Deep Valley Campground who appreciated the easy setup.
Electrical issues at some sites: Check electrical posts upon arrival for proper functioning. "My electrical post at Site 001 showed reverse polarity, so I had to move to site 004," warns a Blue Heron Campground visitor about potential safety concerns.
RV size restrictions: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger rigs. "The campsites are spacious with gravel campsites and paved rv parking at campsites. Water and electric at each site," notes a Blue Heron Campground visitor about accommodations.
