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Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park accommodates pets at both its campground and cabins, with designated pet-friendly lodging options throughout its grounds. The campground features unique "wagon wheel" style sites arranged in cul-de-sac pods of 8 campsites each, providing excellent arrangements for families camping with multiple pets. Full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections are available for RV campers traveling with dogs. Several miles of pet-friendly hiking trails wind through the park, including the Eagle Point Trail with scenic lake views. The campground's clean facilities and multiple playgrounds create a comfortable environment for both pets and their owners.
Lillydale Campground on Dale Hollow Lake offers pristine shoreline camping with pets allowed at both mainland sites and on its tent-only island. The island campsites provide exceptional lakeside access where dogs can swim in the clean waters of this minimally developed lake. Campers note the island's primitive tent sites have ample distance between them for privacy while still providing access to restroom facilities. The campground maintains strict cleanliness standards, with staff regularly maintaining fire rings and camping areas. Many campsites back directly to the water, allowing immediate kayak or paddleboard access with pets. Kendall Campground, located on the Cumberland River, provides another excellent option with spacious, shaded sites where children and dogs can safely enjoy outdoor activities in a clean, quiet environment.
"Outside Jamestown,Ky on Rt 127 it is easy to find and well worth the drive. The Wolf Creek Fish Hatchery is in the same area below the dam of Lake Cumberland."
"Nestled in the trees near the Cumberland Lake, and dam, this is a beautiful place to relax."
from $16 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park is right on the Kentucky/ Tennessee boarder and not a short drive from anywhere. It is out in the farmlands, but worth the drive."
"The only issue I had with this camp was the way the sites were situated. They were in sets, like a cul-de-sac shape, and put you really close to your neighbors. "
from $35 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at site #61 - the lake was literally steps away from our door, and it was a no wake zone (the lake comes to a dead-end back by this row of campsites, so there isn't a lot of boat traffic)."
"Lillydale sits on Dale Hollow Lake, which -- for some delightful reason -- has serious limits on development."
from $18 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Standing stone is a small campground that sits in a wooded area surrounded by green rolling hills and farmland."
"Dog friendly. It is on the top of the hill, so prepare to hike to the lake. There are trails along the lake, and shortcut trails through the woods, mostly narrow and washed out."
"There are about 4 lakeside sites available all with good lake views"
"Cove Creek at Dale Hollow lake in TN is a primitive campsite with lakeside camping. There are water faucets for drinking water and a pit toilet available."
from $5 / night
Check Availability"The sites can be a tight squeeze, we have a 30ft trailer and had a hard time backing in because the trees were so close to the road."
"It has a boat ramp small beach area and is surrounded by water on 3 sides. Water is accessible from multiple points, getting down to the water is easy its a decent climb coming back."
from $22 - $56 / night
Check Availability"Nice water view from our site and a short walk to shower facility. Location of campground: a car ride away from activities. Not a bicycle friendly area.(hills and roadways)."
"Did a drive around of the campground. Spacing looks great between sites. Sites look clean and level. Some sites are next to the Obey River. Will be camping here in the near future."
from $32 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
"green river, which was enjoyed by all, and we appreciated avoiding the main entrance besieged by spring break campers!"
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"We did drive around the campground area though for future reference and were not sad about our choice to stay in the lodge."
"**This is a larger state park that includes a restaurant, golf course, pool, etc. but also some nice trails to enjoy the natural beauty of the area."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"You are surrounded by trees with a fabulous open spot to view the heavens. Come enjoy this little bit of paradise."
from $15 / night
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GuideThis 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!
TravelerOff 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.
TravelerKid 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.
TravelerThis 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.
GuideWe 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.
ScoutThis RV resort is located conveniently 15-20 minutes from Mammoth Cave National Park. Also there are a lot of places to eat nearby. The staff/owners are all very friendly. I used the laundry room and it was kept very clean. They have a pool and I wish it were open when we were there but it was still closed from the winter.
I really like and appreciate the dog park where I took my dogs to run and play to get some exercise and they really enjoyed it, too.
I took away a star because there is a train that goes by about every 20-40mins and it is quite loud. But not a deal breaker for me. I would return here again!
GuideWe spent two nights at this campground and really enjoyed it.
When we arrived, we were met by the lady working the registration desk and check in was very easy.
Temperature had been below freezing for several days so water was off at the sites but they had a hose to fill tanks at the office and on the day we departed, turned on water at the sites to assist with dumping and to fill fresh water. Much appreciated.
Most of the sites are pull through and large enough although I think it could seem crowded when more full than they were in the winter.
While it was closed for our visit, there was a nice small pool, a work out room, very very nice shower and laundry facilities.
The dog park was just a run area but fairly large with a covered seating area at one end and the pups loved using it. It was also very clean and either visitors clean up well or the staff take good care of the property.
They also had an activity building which I believe may be rented out.
Finally, they have propane fill on site and while were there, the owner filled our tanks himself.
ScoutFamily oriented, pet friendly, peaceful with playground for the kids and lots of nature to explore.
Scoutits a wonder full place to go have fun with kids and family and pets and good for fishing
Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake create unique camping experiences near Burkesville, Kentucky at elevations averaging 700-900 feet. The region's limestone terrain shapes these reservoirs with numerous coves and inlets ideal for secluded camping. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions between 50-75°F.
**Trout fishing: Multiple access points along the Cumberland River below Wolf Creek Dam offer excellent fishing for rainbow trout. The Kendall Campground includes a National Fish Hatchery next door. "The Trout Stream is a really neat man-made stream and wetland from the hatchery down to the Cumberland River," notes camper Tom B.
**Hiking at Standing Stone: The Standing Stone State Park Campground provides trails with historical significance and unique geological features. Camper Jennifer K. shares, "We fished on Kelly Lake and caught about six fish that were keepers." The park also features "a heat suspended bridge" with "great views," according to Amber A.
**Kayaking secluded coves: The minimally developed shorelines at Lillydale Campground And Day Use create perfect paddling conditions. "The lake has dozens of little 'fingers' and 'tendrils,' making for great little coves to paddle, explore, or find some peace and quiet," writes Mike G.
**Spacious campsites: Sites at Willow Grove Campground offer ample room for setup and outdoor activities. "Most camp site are shady. The beach and swimming area is clean and the water is crystal clear," reports Shannon W., highlighting the swimming options beyond just the lake access.
**Quality trout stream access: Anglers appreciate the well-maintained fishing areas at Dale Hollow Damsite. Kenny P. notes, "Campground parallels the Obey River. Plenty of fish opportunities from boat, kayak, wading and shoreline." The half-mile paved walk/bike path takes you past dedicated trout fishing areas.
**Dark skies for stargazing: Tuscarora Glade offers exceptional night sky viewing. "Pickett County Tennessee is one of the few places in the world with a Dark Sky rating, meaning there is little to no light pollution," explains Ralph M. The site features "a fabulous open spot to view the heavens" surrounded by trees.
**Limited cell service: Many campgrounds in the area have spotty or no cell coverage. At Lillydale, one camper reported "zero cell phone coverage" with T-Mobile, noting that "lack of television or ability to surf the web/social media really didn't bother us much."
**Distance to supplies: The remote location means planning ahead. For Dale Hollow Dam, Kenny P. advises, "bring plenty of ice as there is no ice machine on site. Nearest place to get ice is 2 miles away in Celina TN."
**Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate on limited schedules. Willow Grove Campground is only open from "May 18 to September 3," while Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park operates from "April 1 to October 31."
**Multiple playgrounds: Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park offers numerous play areas throughout the campground. Joe K. points out there are "nice playgrounds and pools" and "lots of wildlife around." The cul-de-sac camping layout creates safe spaces for children to play.
**Child-friendly water areas: Look for designated swimming zones with gradual entry points. One visitor to Standing Stone State Park Campground mentioned "the creek under the dam was awesome for wading, just look out for snakes."
**Organized activities: Several parks offer ranger-led programs during peak season. Patricia M. from Standing Stone recalls, "The state parks in Tennessee all hosted special programs for the 2017 Solar Eclipse, and Standing Stone park rangers invited everyone to row out on the lake."
**Site accessibility considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. At Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, a reviewer cautions, "Take an extra power cord. Electric and water are laid out poorly and we had to purchase an extra cord."
**Leveling challenges: Be prepared with additional equipment at certain sites. One camper at Standing Stone noted their site "was very unlevel" and they "were backed up to overhang the site and maxed out our tongue jack and was barely able to get level."
**Dog friendly campgrounds near Burkesville: Most area campgrounds welcome pets but have specific rules. Several reviewers note that dogs enjoy the water access at Kendall Campground and Lillydale. "Our site (#61) was literally steps away from the water...I felt completely comfortable with my kids swimming just off-shore next to our site," mentions a Lillydale visitor who brought their family pets along.
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