Best Tent Camping near Bryantsville, KY

Tent campsites near Bryantsville, Kentucky include established options with varying amenities for primitive camping experiences. Wildcat Creek Farm offers five tent sites situated along the Kentucky River with fire rings and basic toilet facilities. HomeGrown HideAways provides ten tent sites with more amenities including electric hookups, showers, and drinking water in a valley setting between high ridges.

Tent camping areas in this region feature a mix of drive-in and walk-in access options. At Wildcat Creek Farm, campers can expect picnic tables and drinking water, while fires are permitted with firewood available on site. HomeGrown HideAways maintains year-round accessibility, though some amenities become limited during winter months. Pulaski County Park offers additional tent camping with seasonal operation from April through October, providing toilets and shower facilities. The primitive areas at Pulaski County Park are located in wooded sections, some with waterfront access.

The tent camping experience varies significantly between locations. Wildcat Creek Farm provides a quieter riverside setting where campers often encounter friendly farm animals including goats, donkeys, and horses. One camper noted, "On a clear night it was super relaxing listening to nature and looking up in the night sky and seeing Orion's belt and the moon directly above the river." HomeGrown HideAways offers a more secluded experience with hiking trails and creek access. Pulaski County Park provides tent campers with lake views and recreational opportunities including hiking trails, mountain biking, and water activities, though reviews indicate it can become crowded and noisy, particularly on weekends and near the waterfront areas.

Best Tent Sites Near Bryantsville, Kentucky (5)

    1. Wildcat Creek Farm

    4 Reviews
    Lawrenceburg, KY
    24 miles

    $32 - $82 / night

    "A campsite settled upon the bank of the Kentucky River with a friendly farm cat, goats, horses and cow we delighted in a campfire as the sun set and the stars came out."

    "Neighbors were quiet as well. Even though we had an accidental mishap. Kevin was super cool. Would definitely recommend. Will be coming back for sure. "

    2. HomeGrown HideAways

    3 Reviews
    Bighill, KY
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 986-3478

    $15 - $75 / night

    "Nestled in a narrow valley between high ridges of The Knobs, this campground gives the feel of secluded country living with your own trails and creeks to explore."

    "Instead of sleeping in it, which would have been perfectly comfortable, we actually used it as more of an extra shelter and we pitched out tents in the field in front of the Yome."

    3. Pulaski County Park

    11 Reviews
    Nancy, KY
    45 miles
    Website

    "It has RV sites, tent sites, and shelter houses.. There are several cabins on site. Great  lake views and beach.  Lots to do at PCP."

    "There are hiking trails near the entrance of the camp. There is several different types of camp areas ranging from primitive to cabins."

    4. Bourbon Trail Campground

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    Lawrenceburg, KY
    28 miles
    +1 (502) 316-1712

    $39 - $55 / night

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  • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Turkey Foot Campground

    Excellent find in the woods!

    Found the perfect spot for our trailer and our friends car camping. Clean vault toilets. Each site has fire ring and picnic table. Pack in pack out even though some didn’t get the memo yet park service was there in the morning to clean. Limited to no cell service.

  • Kenny P.
    Jul. 21, 2021

    Turkey Foot Campground

    Turkey foot Campground

    All tent pad sites with fire ring/grill and lantern hook. Vault toilets are available. No garbage pickup so pack it out!! Hiking and fishing are done activities

  • M
    Jan. 26, 2022

    Callie’s Lake and Campground

    Impressive

    We were very pleased with this campground. When we first checked in, the smell of the food in the campground store was to die for. We had plans to cook at our campsite, but the specials that night were very tempting. The staff was kind and helpful, and provided us with a map of the property. The bathhouse was a nice touch! There are many campsites of multiple types available, but there are several primitive sites that still feel secluded and surrounded by trees. There are several sites that can be accessed by a sedan, but some of the sites farther back really require something more suited to off-road driving. We were in a Subaru Forester and had no issues, but did actually have to help push a Camry out of a rut. We visited in October 2021 and it seemed like the area we selected was still slightly under construction. The campsite was wonderful, but the picnic table was sitting on a slope and we were having a difficult time preventing our food from falling off. A flatter spot for the picnic table would be our only suggestion to the owner. My friend used a tent and was happy to see a flat spot cut out of the slope our site was situated on. I used a hammock and didn’t have any trouble finding suitable trees. We loved it and will definitely be back!

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Camp on the Kentucky

    Seasonal Campground With Great Pricing

    Something that sets this place apart from others in the area is long term tent camping!! Yes you read that right, LONG TERM TENT CAMPING! For most of those who travel you know they often offer long term services for those in RVs which provides a discount for staying more than a night or two, but at this campground you as a tent camper can find a location that suits your Kentucky home needs on the road for a day, a week or even a month!

    But what does that entail exactly?

    This site is really nice, with level sites for RVs or tents, padded grass which is well maintained, nice gravel roads around camp and a river frontage with views which will make you just want to stop and take in the scenery.

    When I visited I noticed a lot of people staying here near the weekend were visiting to launch their boats and troll the river fishing for what looked like some pretty large fish. It was pretty cool to see some of the people setting up their campground fish fry, and they were even friendly enough to invite me to join, though I don't eat fish so it didn't really work out that way.

    The tent sites were shaded and had several different options, you could choose primitive which is only $17 or for a few dollars more you could have electricity. All sites come with a picnic table and fire ring and a pull in to keep you and your things closely together.

    There was a playground and volleyball, but I didn't see anyone using these when I was there. A small camp store has a lot of the essentials in case your forgot something or just needed to pick up a snack. There was also firewood available, a big plus!!

    This place is a bit older looking in appearance but it is charming and the owner is very cool. I didn't meet a single person there that wasn't just enjoying life.

    TIPS:

    • If you are trying to check in the office has kind of strange hours. They are only open until 2 Sunday through Tuesday, not sure why but call in advance if you are running later than this time and want to check in.
    • Check their online event schedule! This campground host tailgating for UK so you can find a good tailgate party if you plan in advance, right at your campground!!
    • This is nearby the Bourbon Trail as well as so many other places where you will find activities. I was here to check out the Castle (I have attached a few photos) Can't miss this stop!!!
  • Andrew G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2019

    S-Tree Campground

    A quiet well maintained stopover, or a woodsy weekend retreat; your pick

    Arrived late and took a minute to find the actual campsites. They aren't right next to the fireplace shelter, rather just around the corner. Had the place completely to myself on a thursday night/friday morning. Biting bugs weren't bad,(late May) but there were still a ton of other varieties. Several toilets on site, but no water. Picnic tables, tent pads, and fire rings at each site. There are only 10 tent sites, and the ones by the shelter are for picnics only. I wouldn't recommend a long RV up there, although there seems to be another 10 or so sites big enough for RVs and trailers. I was really impressed by the overall quality of the campground, but the distance from everything is a big negative.  The northern road in isn't all that bad, but the south road is what I NEEDED to use to get to my various destinations, and it was a rough one. I made it in and out twice in an HHR, but I was bottoming out on gravel and such. Overall, the HHR handled it fine, it just wasn't worth it, so I ended up only staying the one night. If not for distance from everything and the road conditions, it would've scored a 5.

  • Rachelle W.
    Aug. 5, 2018

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    Primitive tent camping at My Old Kentucky Home

    The primitive tent camping is located in a grove of beautiful, mature trees. Fire rings & picnic tables are dotted throughout the trees. There is a highway right beside the campsite so you will best cars, but it is not a high traffic area.

  • D
    May. 25, 2019

    My Old Kentucky Home State Park Campground

    Works in a pinch

    Has tent and RV camping. I tent camped this trip and stopped by for one night as I was passing through. Cost was about $16ish. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Tent sites are at the front of the property with the RVs to the back. Tent campsites are not defined - just an open area for all to share with picnic tables and grills scattered around. Kids playground next to it. Couldn't find the potable water for the tent area. The RVs had electric & water hookups. Showers and bathrooms available. Right next to a side road with a bit of traffic the night I stayed.

  • Ella L.
    Mar. 23, 2023

    Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground

    Stellar Staff, great amenities, good for kids and big groups!

    The shower/bath house is on a European level of well-equipped. Reasonably clean(a little bit of boot muck on the floors but you should be wearing shower shoes anyway in a public facility) Self flushing toilets, air dryers for your hands.

    Well thought out for handicap accessibility as far as the toilet and shower stalls. Hand sinks could be a bit lower for folks using a chair but they do have a low hand dryer and no threshold in the doorway to get over.

    There are windows that look into the bathroom and although they are up high, pervs and curious kids will find a way. Campground should def. frost them but if you have the stall door shut to the space you're using you can hide your shame. A+ on the restroom space. Seriously impressed.

    Very well heated on a cold morning and although I didn't use the shower there were plenty of places in the shower stall to keep your things up off of anything wet. Single use stall and there were several. Door shuts and there is also a shower curtain to keep moisture off of your things.

    Outlets by the sinks for hair dryer if you bring one.

    Campground has hit or miss tent spots depending on how much space you need. We had a 3 person tent, 2 hammocks and a dog and we reserved spot 8 on the primitive loop and had more than enough room. There was a fire ring(one at every site) and two picnic tables. This spot, as most of them appeared to have enough room for at least 2 very large tents and a dining fly if that's your thing.

    With the brush cover during May site P10, although small, seemed to be the most private. We were at P8 and couldn't see anything at P10 though the brush.

    If you are looking for privacy, although you are still going to see headlights of cars on the loop road and hear pretty much everyone else on the Primitive loop P10 probably has the most privacy as far as brush shielding you. I would say that everything on the outer part of the Primitive loop towards the back is going to be the furthest away from other people but you are still going to hear everyone else. P6, P7, P8, P10 look the best to me as far as just being chill sites with a bit more space away from others.

     All of the sites on the interior of the loop back into each other and those seemed to be more of the "party sites" the night that we stayed. A lot of competing blue tooth speaker music at very loud volumes well after the quite time of 11pm. Loud music started again at 7:58AM. It was Bollywood music, which was different and honestly kind of fun... we were already awake though.

    Our site itself was fairly even although there were a lot of tree roots. No problem finding a grassy place to set up our tent however. We picked up all the trash, aside from a weird sock, left by previous campers so that aspect was a little sad... campers leaving cigarette butts and plastic water bottle caps laying around. Tree cover would be more than adequate at this site during a hot summer day. Water spigot is next to the dumpster by the shower house btw.

    Bundles of wood were fairly small compared to some other campsites and unfortunately wrapped in plastic but the wood was good quality, dry, and didn't burn overly smoky. There is a nylon strap handle that will be stapled through the plastic wrap into one piece of the wood so if you want to burn that piece you'll need to pry the staples out/cut the strap off.

    The woman working the registration check point, we didn't catch her name, was amazing, pleasant, helpful and gave great directions. She drove by a few times in a golf cart checking on things and didn't hassle anyone. If you ask at the check point for a map you will get a packet of papers with rules and a few different slightly blurry print outs, it's a lot of info and we found it helpful exploring a few of the points of interest in the park that you can drive to. Overall it was a fun experience and although it was louder than I expected when people did quiet down it was VERY quiet and we heard owls all night and what sounded like coyote howling in the distance.

    Super good place for families!

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2018

    Fort Boonesborough State Park Campground

    Pricey but interesting

    I was very interested in this area for the living history museum but as a tent camper I had more than a little sticker shock at the $36 price point not to mention the booking fee on Reserve America. That made this one of the most expensive campgrounds I have stayed at including numerous stops in California. 😒

    The sites were well shaded and included the typical set up of fire rings and picnic tables but I did feel a little closer to my neighbor than I would have liked. I can only imagine the feeling to and RV camper would be even more suffocating.

    The campground was noisy and busy as it was a weekend, and while some of that can be expected for the higher price point I would have liked things to have been a bit more accommodating to those times, maybe they should offer a few less sites so there can be a bit more space so if it is busy you don’t feel like you are suffocated by noise.

    With that being said, not all was bad here. The things to do outside of th campground itself were worth some of the inadequacies the camp provided in way of space. The living history museum was one of the best I have seen in the Kentucky or Tennessee area and other amenities such as water access and proximity to hiking was great.

    If I did return it would be during the week and potentially not during summer to avoid the crowd.


Guide to Bryantsville

Tent camping options near Bryantsville, Kentucky offer several primitive experiences within the Bluegrass Region's rolling hills and waterways. The area sits at approximately 900 feet elevation with warm summers and mild springs and falls, making April through October the prime camping season. Winter camping remains available at select locations though temperatures can drop below freezing.

What to do

Hiking trails access: HomeGrown HideAways provides a network of trails, including a challenging mile-long hike. According to one camper, the property is "nestled in a narrow valley between high ridges of The Knobs, this campground gives the feel of secluded country living with your own trails and creeks to explore."

Water recreation: Pulaski County Park offers multiple water activities with boat launch access directly from the campground. "You can put a boat right in at their little dock as well. The lake view is gorgeous," notes one visitor. The park also features a small beach area for swimming during summer months.

Mountain biking: The trail system at Pulaski County Park caters specifically to mountain bikers with varied difficulty levels. A visitor explained, "They twist and turn and cross creeks and hill tops. I won't say their easy to navigate but it's doable if you pay attention to the names and direction your going. They are all mountain bike oriented and a few are challenging."

Disc golf course: For tent campers seeking additional recreation, Pulaski County Park maintains a full disc golf course. "The disc golf will take you on quite a hike and to another parking lot and trailhead totally outside the park," mentions one reviewer, highlighting the extensive layout.

What campers like

Farm animal interactions: Wildcat Creek Farm offers unique wildlife encounters not available at typical campgrounds. "We enjoyed our stay, and our kids loved the animals and the creek! Great hospitality," writes one family. Another adds, "Such a quiet place. The resident goats, mules, donkeys and horses are very friendly - just like the hosts!"

Fresh local offerings: HomeGrown HideAways provides access to farm-fresh products on site. One visitor noted, "The coffee is locally roasted, fair trade, and most importantly, served fresh, early and rich." Another mentioned, "There are ducks and chickens around, and the eggs are always available."

Community facilities: HomeGrown HideAways stands out for its shared spaces. A camper described, "An unbelievable community shelter and community kitchen. Nested between 2 mountains." These facilities allow tent campers access to cooking amenities beyond typical campfire cooking.

What you should know

Bathroom facilities vary significantly: Tent camping options range from primitive to more developed facilities. At HomeGrown HideAways, "The outhouse was perfectly clean, but there were flush toilets available if you took a little walk." At Pulaski County Park, bathhouse maintenance can be inconsistent: "Bathhouse; showers are so outdated and barley cleaned and just gross, water source is old."

Seasonal considerations: The camping season for tent sites varies by location. Most campgrounds fully operate April through October, with Pulaski County Park specifically noting its season as "Apr 1 - Oct 31." Winter camping options become more limited, with reduced amenities at year-round locations.

Weekend crowds: Popular waterfront sites at Pulaski County Park can become congested, particularly during summer weekends. "Good primitive sites. If they are really busy it can be a little crowded especially down by the water but over all a really good camping spot," advises one camper.

Tips for camping with families

Animal encounters: Wildcat Creek Farm provides interactive experiences with farm animals. "The resident goats, mules, donkeys and horses are very friendly - just like the hosts!" notes one visitor, making this an educational opportunity for children interested in farm life.

Multiple play areas: Pulaski County Park offers various recreational facilities for different age groups. One regular visitor explains, "There are hiking trails near the entrance of the camp... There is several play ground areas close by for the kids to play."

Cabin alternatives: For families new to tent camping in the Bryantsville area, Pulaski County Park offers cabin options. A visitor notes, "There are several different types of camp areas ranging from primitive to cabins." This allows families to test camping before fully committing to tent setup.

Location convenience: Proximity to supplies matters with children. "Only a 10 minute drive from Somerset, the 'big' city, for supplies & food," writes one parent about Pulaski County Park, making forgotten essentials easy to replace.

Tips from RVers

Limited hookup availability: Most primitive tent camping areas near Bryantsville have minimal RV infrastructure. HomeGrown HideAways offers electric hookups but lacks sewer connections, making it suitable only for smaller rigs or short stays.

Recent improvements: Pulaski County Park has undergone renovations to enhance camping facilities. "They have made several improvements since then and it is a lot better. The campground is spread across the hills and 'bays' of the park," reports a returning visitor, noting expanded camping areas across varied terrain.

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