Camping near Alexandria, Kentucky offers several well-maintained RV parks within 30 miles of the city. The region sits along the Ohio River at approximately 800 feet elevation, creating a mix of waterfront and wooded campsites. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons offer cooler 50-70°F temperatures with occasional rain.
What to Do
Fishing opportunities: Three Springs Campground features a small fishing pond where families can enjoy catch-and-release fishing. "The kids enjoyed catching crawfish in the creek," notes one camper at Three Springs Campground.
Riverfront activities: Watch barges and boats from waterfront sites at Tucker's Landing. "Site 22 had a beautiful view of the Ohio river. The kids enjoyed seeing the barges going up and down the river," reports a visitor at Tucker's Landing.
Hiking trails: Three Springs offers multiple wooded trails suitable for day hikes. "It has 3 beautiful hiking trails. It is on a beautiful piece of land with wooded acres all around," explains a reviewer who appreciated the natural setting.
Local attractions: Many campgrounds serve as bases for exploring regional attractions. "Really a good campground for new campers. Close to whatever you may have forgotten or need," mentions a reviewer about A.J. Jolly Park & Campground.
What Campers Like
Waterfront views: Campsites with river or lake views are highly rated across multiple parks. "Each site is wooded and on lake front, lots to do!" shares a camper about A.J. Jolly Park & Campground.
Convenient location: Many campgrounds offer quick access to urban amenities while maintaining a natural setting. "Stayed here a night to go to the Reds game. Easy in and out. Nice sites. Confirmed it all over email. Ubered into the city and back," explains one visitor about Tucker's Landing.
Well-maintained facilities: Clean bathhouses and shower facilities are frequently praised. "Bathrooms were well maintained and clean. Lots of stars at night!" shares a camper at Three Springs Campground.
Peaceful atmosphere: Several campgrounds provide quiet getaways despite proximity to urban areas. "This spot is perfect for RV camping and has all the hookups you need. This place sits beautifully near the river and other than some bugs is family fun for everyone," notes a visitor at Tucker's Landing.
What You Should Know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven sites requiring preparation. "None are level looking so you will need to know what you're doing to level your rig," advises a camper at A.J. Jolly Park.
Seasonal considerations: Many RV parks in the Alexandria area operate seasonally, closing during winter months. "Northern Kentucky RV Park in Crittenden features 80 sites with full hookups, operating seasonally from March through November," according to park information.
Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby transportation. "The freeway traffic is very loud 24 hours and the train comes at least 2 times per night (2am and 5am Sunday night anyway) blowing its horn," reports a camper at Northern Kentucky RV Park.
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly between parks. "We use Starlink and T-mobile 5G. The T-Mobile seems to be working best here. The cell booster I have made it go from 'good' to 'excellent'," notes a visitor at Thousand Trails Wilmington.
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Check which campgrounds offer playground equipment before booking with children. "Not much for a family to do. No playground for the kiddos, a small water hole for catch-and-release fishing," mentions a visitor at Three Springs Campground and RV Park.
Swimming options: Several parks offer swimming pools during summer months. "The pool is large and heated," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Wilmington, which provides a family-friendly amenity during hot weather.
Recreational activities: Look for parks with multiple recreation options. "They have the following amenities: a small Putt putt course, Game room, lending Library, Basketball half-court, horseshoes, Volleyball, GAGA ball area," shares a regular visitor to Thousand Trails Wilmington.
Spacing between sites: Some campgrounds have tight site spacing that can impact family comfort. "Sites too close together. Clean showers and restrooms. Not much for a family to do," reports a family at Three Springs Campground.
Tips from RVers
Extension needs: Utilities at some sites may require additional equipment. "Water hook ups are on the opposite side of electrical on several sites," notes a camper at A.J. Jolly Park about the placement of hookups.
Size limitations: Be aware of concrete pad dimensions when booking. "The concrete pads are too small to park the average RV on and are on the wrong side of most rigs unless you pull in," reports one RVer.
Dump station timing: Plan dump station use strategically. "It's a shame when they paved the entry road they didn't spend a little more... They have a dump station situated in between the entry road to the Flatwood RV section and equestrian area," observes a camper at A.J. Jolly Park.
Loop selection: Some campgrounds have significantly different site quality between loops. "The campground consists of 3 loops - A mostly full hookup, B loop Water and Electric and C loop is a mix. If you like wooded areas check out C loop," advises a visitor to Thousand Trails Wilmington.
