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    Mammoth Cave Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent campers, RV users, and cabin guests throughout the park. Leashed pets are welcome at most outdoor areas, though not permitted inside cave tours. Houchin Ferry Campground near Brownsville offers year-round primitive camping with pets allowed at all sites. Dogs must remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside vehicles. The dog park at Cave Country RV Campground provides a spacious off-leash area with a covered seating section where dogs can run freely. Multiple campgrounds around Nolin Lake, including Moutardier and Dog Creek, allow pets at waterfront sites. The fenced dog park at Bowling Green KOA includes agility obstacles for active pets. Several campgrounds feature pet washing stations, including a dedicated dog wash at one location near the shower facilities.

    Trails throughout Mammoth Cave National Park welcome leashed pets, with multiple access points directly from the campgrounds. The First Creek and McCoy Hollow trails near Houchin Ferry provide excellent back-country hiking shared with equestrians. Pet owners should be vigilant about ticks in the area, as they remain prevalent despite bug spray application. Nolin Lake offers pet-friendly shoreline access where dogs can swim and cool off during summer months. Local wildlife encounters require keeping pets secured, particularly at dawn and dusk. For extended cave tours, Mammoth Cave Lodge offers a kennel service for a small fee, requiring proof of vaccination. The campgrounds near Brownsville provide convenient access to veterinary services in nearby towns, with the closest full-service clinic located in Bowling Green, approximately 30 minutes away.

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      1. Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

      4.5(140)10mi from Brownsville111 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Bathrooms were close by and air conditioned too! The showers are in the general store building where the post office is so a short walk or drive there."

      "There is a restroom in the campground and a shower house, laundry room, post office and store adjacent. The dump station is next to that facility right outside the front “gate”."

      from $25 - $50 / night

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      2. Nolin Lake State Park Campground

      4.5(40)8mi from Brownsville60 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Near Brownsville, Ky and a little off the beaten path. But definitely worth a visit or two."

      "This lakeside getaway is one that will keep us coming back!! If you've never been to Kentucky...this will keep you coming back to the Bluegrass to camp for years to come!"

      from $27 - $45 / night

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      3. Moutardier

      4.3(24)8mi from Brownsville167 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It is located on Nolin River Lake. Our site was lakeside which was beautiful (Site D6). This campsite offered electric/water hookup, fire pit, picnic table, filet table, bathrooms, and showers. "

      "Family and pet friendly"

      from $18 - $50 / night

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      4. Maple Springs Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

      4.6(12)8mi from Brownsville7 sitesRVs, Tents

      "I chose this site because it was pet friendly. Each site was spacious with room for up to three tents without feeling crowded."

      "Nice large camping areas, secluded and quiet, easy access to the trails. Well maintained full hookup for RVs and plenty of room for your horse too."

      from $50 / night

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      5. Singing Hills RV Park And Campground

      4.4(21)14mi from BrownsvilleRVs, Tents

      "This campground is located near the entrance of Mammoth Cave National Park. It is a great place for a day or two of relaxation before getting back on the highway."

      "Our site was right next to the catch and release pond. We had a little bridge that crossed the creek from our main site to an additional space where our fire ring was."

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      6. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave

      4.3(34)18mi from BrownsvilleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Close proximity to Mammoth Cave. Don’t miss the Amish bakery/cafe nearby!"

      "The older sites are more established with shade but most are gravel and not as easy to access while walking or biking. Karst beach is so nice with the wibit (extra cost but worth it)."

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      7. Houchin Ferry Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

      3.7(9)2mi from BrownsvilleTents

      "It's located on the green river and has very spacious campsites. Plenty of room for the kids or dogs to run around. Very secluded. There is a concrete picnic table, pole and fire pit at each spot."

      "Lost of space to run around with the kids. Pretty view of the river. Sites 1-6 were pretty close together. I would have picked site 8 if I had to go again."

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      8. Dog Creek Campground

      4.1(14)12mi from Brownsville70 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Dog Creek Campground is located on Nolin River Lake in the Kentucky countryside."

      "Seems all sites have a lake view. Less than half full sun-Tuesday. Stayed at a006. Very close to beach, but that means you hear everything at the beach. Very humid and virtually no shade at our site."

      from $18 - $50 / night

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      9. Wax - Nolin River Lake

      4.3(15)13mi from Brownsville110 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Wax Campground is located on Nolin River Lake, which is managed by the Army Corp of Engineers. Translated; well maintained, picturesque and organized."

      "The area surrounds Lake Nolan, which is an added bonus. The water was warm and calm. It is off the beaten path and you are about 30 min from a grocery store, so make sure you stock up before you go."

      from $18 - $50 / night

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      10. Thousand Trails Diamond Caverns RV & Golf Resort

      4.1(14)13mi from BrownsvilleRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "This park is located on the entrance road to Mammoth Caves NP, and it is a spectacular way to stay and enjoy the hiking in the caves!"

      "The dumpster is centrally located and easy to find. On arrival, you get a map and good information. Across the street from Diamond Caverns!"

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    • britni M.
      Mar. 10, 2024

      Bowling Green KOA

      Everything we needed

      Great pull through spots. Every ammenity needed. Pet friendly with dog park for off-leash use. If ever that way again, will definitely us. 30 minites from Mammoth Cave.

    • Jody A.
      Dec. 29, 2020

      Horse Cave KOA

      This is a CUTE campground!

      This is a super cute campground.  Easily accessible and very clean sites!  There is a small barn with animals penned up so you can just walk up to the fence and pet them.  My wife and daughter loved that!  Great little dog park with a mini obstacle course.  We had a great little trip here and would love to come again for a longer stay!

    • Thomas R.
      Jul. 7, 2020

      Cave Country RV Campground

      Good stop along the way

      Off the freeway and very convenient. Very clean. Great dog park. Do not camp close to the railroad tracks. Loud horns in the middle of the night. Not much shade. Close to Mammoth Caves.

    • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 30, 2018

      Bowling Green KOA

      Why would I pay that much?!

      My brother visits KOA’s all the time for camping. Me, not so much. I have a hard time paying $40 for a tent site when I can camp for free or under $20. The Bowling Green KOA, Ky is located on the outskirts of Bowling Green near the I65 and Natcher interchange. You can actually see the back end of the campground from the ramp that connects the two. My first thought when considering a stay.
      I spoke with two of the very friendly and helpful ladies in the office and got a plethora of information. So much so that I’m sure I’ll forget some of it, but here goes;) So first with your fee you recieve (you and all your group) a free game of Minature Golf a day. Next there is wifi and cable available. There is a swimming pool on site and two pay lakes with paddle boats. A dog park and short trail. Depending on the month you visit there are also special incentives to stay an extra night. In May some of your fee is donated to Camp. With a KOA card there are special incentives too and you earn points with every stay. So, all that being said I did purchase a KOA card. Though this is not my favorite type of camping it will come in handy on an upcoming trip and when I camp with my brother ;) I was pleasantly surprised that the interstate noise was mostly not noticiple. There are plenty of trees that help block the noise and offer a lot of shade. We were in a busier site at the end of Abby Dr but it was an easy walk to the two small “lakes“( more like ponds ) and the dog park and showerhouse (with dogwash station) were a short walk away. Not much else to do but a fun enough spot for younger kids. ( no “bears“ to take photos with) and not as many special activities as some other theme campgrounds. This is a nice older campground, worth a night or two visit to get away from the grind for a bit.

    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 4, 2024

      Bowling Green KOA

      Nice KOA

      This KOA was easy to find by following our GPS. We checked in about 45 minutes prior to their 1:00 PM check in time and they didn’t even mention us being early. We decided we didn’t need an escort to our site as it was near the office. We proceeded to deluxe-patio pull-through site H-4 with FHUs. The utilities were nicely placed in the middle of the pad. Water pressure was good at about 50 psi. This site has plenty of shade as does most sites in the campground (CG) due to mature trees, so we did not put out Starlink. We got 4 bars LTE on Verizon and used our MiFi versus Starlink. Site H-4 has a utility box on the yard side, so we had extra space between the adjacent site. They have a decent sized dog park with an agility set up. This KOA has a lot of amenities and lives up to a Holiday KOA rating. The dog park is a nice size. They have a decent laundry room behind the office with 4 washers and 8 dryers. It’s$2.50 to wash and$1.50 to dry. They have 2 fishing ponds. The large one you can keep 2 fish for$20 and the small one is catch and release. There’s some traffic noise from I-65 and surrounding roads. Our main reason to visit the area was to visit the National Corvette Museum. We enjoyed our two night stay.

    • Pawsfuradventure T.
      Sep. 11, 2017

      Moutardier

      Lakeside, fisherman's paradise

      Moutardier Campground is a fisherman’s paradise. It is located on Nolin River Lake. Our site was lakeside which was beautiful (Site D6). This campsite offered electric/water hookup, fire pit, picnic table, filet table, bathrooms, and showers. There were boat ramps, a marina nearby to rent boats, and also offered a playground. Pets were welcomed (we have a dog and a hiking cat). We also had cell service (Verizon). 

      The view of the lake from the teardrop camper was awesome. We kayaked around the lake which was very enjoyable - saw ducks, and birds such as a grey heron. Also lots of fish jumping. There are power boats allowed in the lake. Many people were fishing from their boats, kayaks, or from the shore. 

      There is also a two mile hike that is in the campground called Shady Creek Trail. It looked like it had not been hiked in a while but it went through woods, small stream and had a cool rock formation at one part that you would swear is a haven for snakes. Pets enjoyed it but beware if you do not like spiders. This trail was covered in spiders and webs. No exaggeration that we cleared about a hundred spiders out of our path. 

      The campground was very well manicured and clean. Many of the sites were right on the lake. They were close together but did not seem it as they were on different levels and angles. Everyone was quiet and courteous. Bathrooms were very clean and well lit. The showers were “dated” - water stains but clean. Great water pressure and hot water. 

      There was no store on the campground but 5 minutes away was a great little restaurant called Sherry’s that we had both lunch and breakfast at. Food was delicious (fried dill pickle chips!) and one could buy bags of ice. 

      Overall this was a very relaxing campground. We met some wonderful people who have been coming to the campground for years. It is about 30 minutes from Mammoth Caves which was a great place to explore. Overall we gave the campground a 4 - lakeside and if you love to fish - it’s paradise.

    • hThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 21, 2025

      Jellystone Park at Mamoth Cave

      Well maintained, easy access sites

      Kid friendly park, no mature trees in new section but concrete pad with grill and fire pit. Pool with splash pad, pools, pillow pads, multiple playgrounds, dog parks and kennels are available. Also, lots of golf carts to rent.

    • S
      Jun. 12, 2021

      Cave Country RV Campground

      Cave Country

      This RV Park is clean and well maintained. The dog park is beautiful with well trimmed grass and large. They have a nice swimming pool, picnic tables, and fire rings. Nice large gravel pull through site and level. The Mammoth Cave National Park is 10 miles with many other attractions nearby. We stayed for a week and loved it.

    • Alejandra E.
      Sep. 2, 2021

      Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

      Great camping spot

      We booked a group site and had 3 tents. It’s very woodsy and tranquil. Bathrooms were close by and air conditioned too! The showers are in the general store building where the post office is so a short walk or drive there. It’s coin operated with a change machine for bills. $1.50 to turn the shower on and insert more coins before it turns off for additional time if needed. The park is amazing and there’s lots of trails that lead to caves and cave openings. All the cave tours within the park were fully booked when we went so we booked some private tours outside the park in the surrounding area. Lots of opportunities to see caves! We stayed for two nights and did some star gazing! Overall great campground and facilities. They also have a kennel for a small fee at the park lodge if you bring your pet and you’re going in a cave tour whether in the park or outside of it. Pets are generally not allowed in caves. Just confirm pet is vaccinated.

    Guide to Brownsville

    Scattered throughout the rolling hills of south-central Kentucky, dog friendly campgrounds near Brownsville offer direct access to over 70 miles of hiking trails. The region sits at elevations between 600-800 feet, creating varied terrain with limestone outcroppings and dense hardwood forests. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons typically see 60-75°F daytime temperatures.

    What to do

    Cave exploration beyond tours: While Mammoth Cave tours are the main attraction, several unmarked surface openings and cave entrances exist throughout the park. "We enjoyed ourselves so much that we almost stayed an additional night! If you plan to visit the cave, be sure to book your tour ahead of time. The tours were all sold out when we got there," notes a visitor at Maple Springs Campground.

    Fishing at multiple lakes: Fish for bass, crappie, and catfish at Nolin River Lake. "Pack your yak, fishing gear and sunscreen cause it is the perfect water oriented campground," shares one camper about Wax - Nolin River Lake. Fish stocking occurs annually in spring.

    Kayaking the Green River: The 11-mile stretch from Green River Ferry to Houchin Ferry offers a peaceful paddle with minimal current. "Set up camp at Houchins Ferry and kayaked from Green River Ferry back to the campsite... Great spot for a day kayaking, about 11 miles from Green River Ferry," explains a reviewer who experienced this route firsthand.

    What campers like

    Wildlife encounters: Early morning and dusk offer excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. "Deer & turkey walk thru ur campsite! Very clean & quiet! The wildlife are very friendly!" shares an enthusiastic visitor at Mammoth Cave Campground.

    Evening firefly displays: Late May through June offers spectacular natural light shows. "We tent camped here in July and saw hundreds of lightning bugs! It was magical, that really made the experience so much better for us!" reports a camper from Houchin Ferry Campground.

    Waterfront access: Many sites offer direct lake access for swimming and boat launches. "Moutardier Campground is a fisherman's paradise. It is located on Nolin River Lake. Our site was lakeside which was beautiful (Site D6)," notes a reviewer at Moutardier. "The view of the lake from the teardrop camper was awesome. We kayaked around the lake which was very enjoyable - saw ducks, and birds such as a grey heron."

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak season (May-September). "This campground books 6 months out. Very hard to get a spot, but so worth it! Water front sites in cove so not a lot of boat traffic," advises a camper about Nolin Lake State Park Campground.

    Tick prevention essential: The region has heavy tick populations, especially April through October. "The only downside to the entire trip is that the park is infested with seed ticks and deer ticks. I was pulling ticks off of every inch of me even though I was coated in several layers of hardcore bug spray and my gear had been treated with permethrin."

    Cell service limitations: Coverage varies dramatically by location and carrier. "No signal. Your phone will tease you with one bar and occasionally something might get through but it would be easier on your battery to just wait until you get into town," explains a camper about Houchin Ferry Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated children's programming. "This is the kind of campground you can take your kids, never leave the campground, and have fun for days. The campground had activities for the kids all day Friday and Sunday. We did arts and crafts, bingo, trick or treating, watched the golf cart parade, played on several of the different playgrounds, and putt putt golf," shares a visitor about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave.

    Fishing opportunities for children: Several campgrounds maintain small stocked ponds specifically for young anglers. "There is a stock pond for kids to fish with bamboo poles that the park provides (catch & release only). We really enjoyed our 2 day stay," notes a reviewer about Singing Hills Campground.

    Playground availability: Multiple campgrounds feature playground equipment. "3 playgrounds with safe clean equipment. Plant of lake view sites and positioned to provide a semi private experience," mentions a visitor about Moutardier Campground.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection importance: Research specific sites before booking as quality and features vary dramatically. "Section C has some of the nicer site, even one with a little lagoon perfect to launch your yaks from," advises an RVer about Dog Creek Campground.

    Power limitations: Some campgrounds have electrical capacity issues during peak summer use. "The electricity at the campground doesn't appear to be able to handle the amount of load that most campers will pull in the summer months. The checkin packet recommends not running multiple high wattage appliances simultaneously."

    Water hookup arrangements: Shared water hookups are common at several campgrounds. "Water spigots are also shared, which means you'll have low water pressure if you're both using water simultaneously," notes a reviewer about Diamond Caverns RV Resort.

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