Dale Hollow Lake sits at an elevation of 651 feet above sea level, encompassing over 27,700 acres across the Kentucky-Tennessee border. Cabin rentals operate year-round at several locations, though access roads to more remote cabins near Dale Hollow Lake can become challenging during winter weather conditions. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting shoreline cabin access points.
What to do
Kayaking on the lake: Standing Stone State Park Campground offers kayak and paddleboat rentals for exploring the water. "We rented kayaks to take out on the lake. The rental price was reasonable and the lake was spectacular. There is even a kayak launch under the dock," notes Sonyia W.
Stargazing: Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground provides exceptional night sky viewing as a certified dark sky park. "Pickett CCC is recognized as a dark sky park. If you're into astronomy or just enjoy looking at the stars this is the perfect place. The stars can be enjoyed from just about anywhere but a short drive down the road there's an astronomy field," reports Clinton N.
Swimming options: Cabin guests can access designated swimming areas at multiple lakefront properties. "The kids had the best time. Thinking about going back this weekend!" mentions Drew E. about the swimming facilities at Spacious Skies Belle Ridge, which offers day passes for $5 per adult with children under 6 free.
What campers like
Layout and privacy: The circular layout at Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park creates unique community spaces. "Campsites are on loops off the main loop/road. It puts 7-8 sites in a circle so it's possible for families to rent multiple site in same loop. Plenty of room for kids to play and also has a swimming pool!" explains Kenny P.
Hiking trails: Edgar Evins State Park Campground provides access to multiple trails directly from the cabin areas. "We didn't get to hike as we were doing other things but the neighbors told us the trails were well maintained with gorgeous views. The park is huge and would take awhile to fully explore," writes Sonyia W.
Waterfront cabins: Several properties feature cabins with lake views or water access. "Most campsites overlook the lake and have a lovely view of sunset," reports Hilary A. from Wolf River Resort & Marina, which allows multiple tents or campers per site, making it suitable for larger family gatherings.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between properties. "We stayed here as a home base for visiting family in June. There is little to no cell service in the park. You're about 10-15 minutes from the grocery store," shares Sonyia W. about Standing Stone State Park.
Cabin accessibility: Some properties have challenging access roads. "Be mindful of the notice on the website about entering the park via Hwy 52. That's a legit warning. Thankfully we were aware of that because our GPS tried to take us that way," warns Beth H.
Noise factors: Highway proximity can affect some cabins. "Being able to pop off 40 to sleep for the night and get right back on the next morning with gas two minutes away was great for us," notes Angela C. about Spacious Skies Belle Ridge, but adds "If you are placed in one of the sites in the front it's going to be very noisy."
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Spacious Skies Belle Ridge offers mining activities and themed weekends for children. "My kids were so disappointed... we had looked forward to the themed activity (tie-dye), but it was cancelled with no explanation given," reports Angela C., highlighting the importance of confirming activities before arrival.
Playground access: Multiple parks feature playground equipment near cabin clusters. "The playground was great. The creek under the dam was awesome for wading, just look out for snakes," advises Sonyia W.
Cabin selection considerations: Family-friendly cabins vary in configuration and amenities. "My friend stayed in the 'primitive' cabin and she said the mattress was fantastic and she appreciated the Keurig. It was close to the bathroom and the loft space would easily accommodate a couple of kids," notes Angela C.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many cabin and RV sites require significant leveling equipment. "The site was very unlevel as well. It was list to have a 'slight' grade and I'd beg to differ on that. We were backed up to overhang the site and maxed out our tongue jack and was barely able to get level," reports Beth H.
Hookup access: Water and electric connection locations vary between sites. "I also wish they would have mentioned the length to water hookup. We ended up having to go buy a longer water hose bc the hookup was more than 30 foot away," shares Beth H.
Road navigation: Some access roads have tight turns or challenging conditions. "The south entrance is a single lane bridge with a sharp turn so longer rigs need to come in on the north end," advises Sonyia W.
