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$20 - $36 / night
"We stayed in the new section just pass the entrance on the right! It’s a one way loop thru the woods that brings you back out on main campground road."
"I had Site 31 right beside the Woodland Trail entrance but you're pretty close to the lake (the boat ramp is about a 1/2 mile as the crow flies) and you're close to town (about 3 1/2 miles roughly) if"
$16 - $60 / night
"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."
$20 - $36 / 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"
"Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds. The beach is great and right next to the marina."
$20 - $38 / night
"Campground is surrounded by lake. Has a beach for swimming and playgrounds for the kids."
"Easy check in and nice level sites close to the water. The newer section has very few trees for shade. The older section had plenty of shade and nice sites."
"It's a short walk to the lake which is pretty and has a lot of fish who were jumping the evening I was there."
"You're also only a short walk from the beach which is nice. The area is also patrolled at random hours throughout the night to make you feel a little safer, which is nice."
$25 / night
"Family oriented, pet friendly, peaceful with playground for the kids and lots of nature to explore."
"Clean, open, trees around perimeter out of the way of campers and roads. Country setting with fields on two sides and woods. Definitely off the beaten path but close to the lake. Full hookups."
$20 - $36 / night
"Nearby there are historic sites and lots of hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking at Green River Lake State Park.**
Yay: nice big campsites
**Nay: All the RV sites are extremely open so there"
"Staff as always been very friendly, sites are very spacious, there are trails for hiking, a playground and a beach."
$25 - $145 / night
"Tucked between Green River Lake and Lake Cumberland, the community of Columbia serves as a gateway to all of the great fishing and watersports in south-central Kentucky."
$25 - $50 / night
"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!"
$20 - $35 / night
"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."
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.
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!
TravelerTucked between Green River Lake and Lake Cumberland, the community of Columbia serves as a gateway to all of the great fishing and watersports in south-central Kentucky. Located just off the Cumberland Parkway, Columbia is a convenient stop and an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful escape.
Resting in a landscape of rolling hills, near the waters of Russell Creek, Columbia is a pastoral place that puts you at ease. Still, among the tranquility, travelers will find plenty of amenities and amusements in this town of about 5,000 people, including lively eateries and inviting accommodations.
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
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Columbia, KY is COE Green River Lake Smith Ridge with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.
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