Nolin River Lake forms the central water attraction for RV campgrounds near Clermont, Kentucky. Located in the heart of Kentucky's cave country, camping areas around Clermont sit at approximately 700 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-90°F with moderate humidity levels, while most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through September.
What to do
Hiking and exploring wildlife: At Wax - Nolin River Lake, nature observation opportunities abound. "We value nature and privacy and we loved this campground! Right from our camps we could see a trip of Redheaded Woodpeckers playing as well as a mama Northern Flicker feeding her babies. We even saw a giant Pileated Woodpecker!" reports one visitor.
Kayaking on calm waters: Early morning paddling provides the most peaceful experience. "Loved paddle boarding in the early morning before the boat traffic got going. Water was very warm," notes a camper at Wax Campground. Most water access points have gradual entries suitable for launching small watercraft.
Fishing from shorelines: Green River Lake Smith Ridge offers numerous fishing spots along its shorelines. "I gave Smith Ridge 5 stars because it offers a lot of great fishing spots and beautiful views," writes one reviewer. The lake contains bass, crappie, and catfish with peak fishing season from April through October.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Dog Creek Campground receives high marks for its site layout. "Awesome campground. Great views of the lake from sites, very clean bathrooms. Sites each have a fire ring, nice picnic table, and extra 'cooking' table that was an added plus," mentions one reviewer.
Tranquil lake views: Many campers appreciate the natural setting around Nolin River Lake. "We spent a few days at Wax while heading home. It was quiet, even with all the boat traffic and kids. Lots are gravel and decent size. The area surrounds Lake Nolan, which is an added bonus," writes a camper.
Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the region maintain their amenities well. "At first look even the empty campground appears congested and close together. But it's the long site entrances and the site itself all framed with synthetic timbers with white chat fill. Simply beautiful. Shower houses were newer and spotless with good water pressure and even hot water," reports a visitor to Wax Campground.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies widely across campgrounds. "No signal at all on my phone or my husband phone but it was okay," notes a camper at Dog Creek Campground. At Cummins Ferry RV Park, one reviewer mentioned, "It is down in a hollow which makes it secluded and quiet" but affects cell reception.
Remote location considerations: Many campgrounds require advance preparation. "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. There are several road side veggie stands where you can get fresh from the ground veggies," advises a Wax Campground visitor.
Electrical service variations: Power supply issues affect some locations. One Smith Ridge camper noted, "They have a known power issue, 30amp service went out several times at the pole. Their solution was to use less appliances."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming areas: Wilson Creek Recreation Area provides family-friendly water access. "You're also only a short walk from the beach which is nice," mentions a reviewer. The swimming areas typically have gentle slopes suitable for children.
Playground facilities: Families appreciate dedicated recreation areas for children. "We had kids that fished and played in the playground and sat by the fire every night! We will absolutely return!" notes a Cummins Ferry visitor.
Site selection importance: Choose locations based on your family's needs. "Site selection is all important at this campsite. Some have wonderful lake access, shade, and a bit of seclusion. Others no trees, no lake, in the middle of everyone," advises a Dog Creek Campground reviewer.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Brooks RV Park offers more level sites than other rv campgrounds in Clermont, Kentucky. "Nice sized sites, reasonable priced compared to the KOA, all good full hookups, nicely kept, and most importantly it is in a safe country setting surrounded by large trees," reports one RVer.
Road conditions: Access roads vary significantly between campgrounds. One Wax camper warned, "The road in/out is very narrow, very tight and not easily navigated with a 40' 5th wheel. Also, be very careful about sites, many are extremely undeveloped and while we booked a 70' pull thru, it was actually down on the side of the hill with an almost 90° curve."
Full hookup availability: Brooks RV Park provides complete hookups for extended stays. "Clean park. Decent location. We stayed for a week over Christmas. The park manager Annie was very helpful," notes a visitor to one of the year-round rv campgrounds near Clermont, Kentucky.
