2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Green River Lake State Park Campground and Holmes Bend feature upscale outdoor accommodations with modern amenities for luxury camping experiences near Cane Valley. Both locations offer glamping options with water and electrical hookups, while maintaining proximity to Green River Lake for water activities. Glamping sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with many locations offering full hookups for added comfort. The clean, well-maintained facilities ensure a comfortable outdoor experience without sacrificing modern conveniences. Holmes Bend provides waterfront glamping sites with electric hookups and potable water, allowing guests to enjoy nature without roughing it. According to a camper, "The campground was exceptional in a quiet setting, with water and electrical hook-up, fire pit and picnic tables at over 200 sites."
Hiking trails wind through the scenic landscapes surrounding these glamping destinations, with Holmes Bend featuring more than five miles of trails at nearby Fishers Bend. Water activities dominate the recreational options, with Green River Lake offering swimming beaches, boating access, and fishing opportunities. Many glamping sites are strategically positioned near the water, providing convenient access for kayaking, swimming, and other water sports. Both locations operate seasonally, with Holmes Bend open from April 18 to October 26 and Green River Lake State Park Campground available from April 1 to December 31. A visitor noted, "Our primitive site had a view of the river and a single tree for shade. The river itself was wonderful to explore via kayak." Local attractions in nearby towns like Campbellsville and Columbia provide dining options and services approximately 20-30 minutes from the glamping areas.
"Name works, it’s very green, there’s a river and a lake. Just stopped here passing through, was very well cared for."
"We were in A2 and it was a little closer to the road than we expected, and the picnic tables were secured to the ground taking up a good bit of the site for our rug and chairs."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $36 / night
"This campground is very clean and the rangers are very effective at keeping the noise down."
"Would have got 5 stars but no electricity at sites due to flooding and the warnings online made it sound like it was just a few sites affected but we had a generator so it all worked out definitely worth"
from $23 - $40 / night
"The campgrounds was exceptional in quite setting , playground for the grandkids, near Green River lake, must have Ky temporary license to fish, boating, cabins rental, natural trails, campground has"
"Bath houses are cleaned thoroughly every morning. Playgrounds are cleaned everyday. Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $36 / night
"**Not much to do on site if you don’t have a boat. Swimming on site."
"Staff as always been very friendly, sites are very spacious, there are trails for hiking, a playground and a beach."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $36 / night
"We stayed for 6 nights on 2 sites, right next to the bath house. Laundry was free and on the back of the bath house (2 washers, 2 dryers). Bath house was clean."
"Dump station on site. Clean showers/bathrooms. Laundry too! I stayed in the annex campground, which is the newer one farther from the dam."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $16 - $60 / night
"Mammoth Cave and the surrounding area offer many activities to suit anyone's desires."
"The bathrooms were very clean and also air conditioned, which was a nice treat for a few minutes to step out of the humid June heat. They were flush toilets."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $50 / night
"When we arrived, the check in process was very easy and staff were helpful and friendly. Ice and firewood can be purchased on site."
"The park was beautiful and a packet was ready since we arrived after 7:00pm. Our fire pit was littered with trash. I notified the office the next morning however it was not cleaned during our stay."
"Most sites have electric and water. Many sites have incredible views of Barren River Lake and some are downright on the banks. Bath houses are climate controlled and CLEAN."
"It's one of the few in the state where you can camp near the water and keep your kayaks or boat within a quick stroll."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $50 / night
"The sites are located in a grove of pine trees, which makes for well shaded sites with a pleasant surface of soft pine straw to pitch your tents."
"It was on the water and at night we had our campfire in the nice fire pit while overlooking the water. Very serene. The campground doesn’t have a ton of sites and they are spaced out quite well."
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from $25 - $45 / night
"It had a gorgeous view of the Kentucky hills. Full hook up. The sites all looked very nice. They had teepees, covered wagons & a couple of treehouses. A nice area for tents as well."
"They have recently built a new bath house and it’s awesome. It has rooms that each have a toilet, sink and shower. Total privacy! Nice and clean as well. Big points for this amenity."
RangerThe sites are smaller than the photos show. Some are very uneven. Yes you can walk to the visitors center, depending where you are camped its almost a mile one way. (For those who have difficulty walking) The showers are not wheelchair accessible. Coin showers, but definitely hot. I had NO Verizon service at campsite.
GuideIf you want to be near the cave entrances and popular trails this is a great spot. Stayed in loop A and the bathroom was super clean. Can get noisy due to the road right next to the campsite.
GuideVery beautiful and peaceful. The lake water is on point. All clean and well maintained
ScoutEverything is so clean and beautiful here. Tons to do and enjoy. Facilities are well kept!
GuideA beautiful well maintained state park. Would have got 5 stars but no electricity at sites due to flooding and the warnings online made it sound like it was just a few sites affected but we had a generator so it all worked out definitely worth a visit
TravelerGood place to camp while visiting Mammoth Caves. Walkable to showers which are located right outside the campground. Ok, but not super clean. Campsite was a good size and shaded. Pull through driveway was level enough. Staff friendly/helpful.
TravelerI love 1000 trails but this one is unfortunately in disrepair. The staff is wonderful and it’s pretty. But the free WiFi is only in the common room they have, Which is nice with billiards etc. the WiFi on the campgrounds is slow and costs with a limit of connections. The mini golf is barely usable. The Astro turn is destroyed so you’re playing it on broken concrete. And the props are broken probably that’s to rude guests. The playground is so broken it’s unsafe. Luckily, I was out there with my kids and I could catch them before they try to get on the sides that were broken before they came down and we ended up leaving that area. You can tell it used to be beautiful.
I love this place, but I feel like the WiFi, playground and mini golf should no be advertised.
ScoutNice sites, and clean washrooms nice staff
TravelerBeautiful campground, green, quiet, clean. Walking distance to visitor center and cave tours.
Smith Ridge at Green River Lake offers spacious campsites with ample shade and waterfront access 3.5 miles from Cane Valley town center. The seasonal camping region operates primarily from April through October, with most facilities closing during winter months. Water levels in the area fluctuate 5-10 feet seasonally, affecting shoreline access at certain campgrounds.
Water activities beyond swimming beaches: COE Green River Lake Smith Ridge provides numerous fishing spots along the shoreline. "I gave Smith Ridge 5 stars because it offers a lot of great fishing spots and beautiful views. There isn't but maybe one trail there, and it's unmarked," notes Jessica C.
Hiking trail systems: Holmes Bend offers extensive trail networks beyond the campground. "The best are the hiking trails. It's a short drive or walk thru the woods to trail head. Fishers bend has over 5 miles of trails," explains Kenny P.
Fossil hunting: Baileys Point provides unique geology experiences along the shoreline. A visitor reported, "Enjoyed hanging out in the water and finding fossils on the rocky beach. Kayaking was easy and fun."
Lakefront positioning: Campsites at Pikes Ridge - Green River Lake sit directly adjacent to water. "Waters edge camping!!! The best campground on GRL!!! Only flaw.... no showers!" mentions Kenny P., highlighting the proximity to water despite limited facilities.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds near Cane Valley feature regular animal sightings. Thomas R. at Holmes Bend notes, "Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds."
Fall season camping: Reduced crowds and colorful foliage enhance late-season camping. "We stayed at this beautiful park in early November. There were only a few other campers so it was peaceful and very pretty. We enjoyed the lake views and fall colors everywhere," shares Joey from Green River Lake State Park Campground.
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly across campgrounds. "Practically no cell service with Verizon or AT&T," reports Todd C. from Smith Ridge, while Ron B. notes better connectivity at Holmes Bend: "cell service Verizon & AT&T Service 3 bars depending above or below hill in camping area."
Power reliability concerns: Green River Lake State Park Campground has documented electrical issues. "Location was excellent, close to the water. They have a known power issue, 30amp service went out several times at the pole. Their solution was to use less appliances," warns Lindsey M.
Bathroom maintenance varies: Facility upkeep differs between campgrounds and seasons. "One bathroom hasn't had electric in two years and another women's bathroom only has hot water in one shower and the hand dryers don't work," reports Christina S. about Smith Ridge.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature recreational facilities for children. At Kendall Campground, "You can fish, hike, kayak or just relax. It's great for the whole family and the snack shack has great burgers & ice cream for those times you don't want to cook."
Tent site selection: Pay attention to terrain when selecting tent areas. Carol from Green River Lake State Park Campground advises, "Be careful, some tent spots are on hills... The lake is really pretty, the showers were pretty decent. 1/2 the park has good shade, the other half has no shade."
Educational opportunities: Wildlife viewing provides learning experiences for children. "The trout stream is beautiful and you can always see plenty of wildlife," notes a Kendall Campground visitor, referencing the adjacent National Fish Hatchery.
Site selection by age: Mammoth Cave Campground offers distinct camping areas with different amenities. Jeremy K. explains, "Stayed at site 5. We really liked the campground. The old part had plenty of shade the newer part not so much. The new bathhouse was nice. The old bathhouse needs some updating."
Off-season considerations: Utility availability changes seasonally. "The downside was the store was closed and the wifi we expected wasn't on. Since this was a working trip, we had to go to town and get wifi at the library," shares Joey about Green River Lake State Park Campground during November.
Dump station logistics: Plan for potential delays during peak checkout times. Beth H. from Holmes Bend notes, "Nice clean and well maintained campground. Paved roadways great for biking and walking. Some spaces and turns would be tight for larger rigs... gets a little crowded at the dump station on the weekends at check out time."
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