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Best Tent Sites Near Denniston, KY (14)

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    1. Red River Gorge Campground

    22 Reviews
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    Red River Gorge Campground is known for its picturesque surroundings and range of outdoor activities. The campground is located in the heart of Red River Gorge, a geological wonderland with soaring sandstone cliffs, natural arches and deep gorges. The area is popular with hikers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous trails for all levels of experience, as well as opportunities for rock climbing, kayaking and fishing. Red River Gorge Campground provides a one-of-a-kind camping experience in Kentucky.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $10 / night

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    2. Red River Gorge Retreats (Miguel's Pizza)

    19 Reviews
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    83 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $14 / night

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    3. The Ole Cornfield

    8 Reviews
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    52 Saves
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    • Reservable
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    4. Red River Gorge Adventures

    8 Reviews
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    93 Saves

    The campground is on 10 acres of tree lined frontage on the Red River. There is a mix of trees/shade and open fields. It is a primitive campground, meaning that there are no power hook-ups or running water. There is an excellent canoe/kayak take-out. It's location in the heart of the Gorge makes it the perfect place for riverside camping and provides access to hiking trails.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    $8 - $20 / night

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    5. Paragon Dispersed Camping Area

    7 Reviews
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    74 Saves

    Paragon is a primitive camping area with 7 designated campsites, some with lantern posts and fire rings. Alert: August 21, 2019 - The U.S. Forest Service opened a section of Paragon Road on Friday, August 16, 2019. The gate closest to Highway 519 was opened and motor vehicles will be able to drive to the first two loops commonly used for camping, swimming, and fishing. The new gate has been installed to allow vehicle access into the area while road work and repairs continue. The new gate will also allow the two camping loops to remain open when Cave Run Lake is 1.5 to 2 feet above summer pool and inundating the lowest portions of Paragon Road, which has occurred many times in the last decade and resulted in closure of the entire road and camping area. Make this page look nicer by submitting photos of your trip to this area. Learn more... The campground is located on the Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest. Cave Run Lake is widely known for its scenic beauty and varied outdoor recreation opportunities. The lake is also the home of Kentucky's state record muskie.This 8,270-acre lake is jointly operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Forest Service. Nearby facilities: Poppin Rock Boat Ramp

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    7. HomeGrown HideAways

    3 Reviews
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    44 Saves

    You can spend a weekend in our Treehouse Yurt, experience comfort and seclusion in our Yome Away From Home, park your RV, pitch your tent, or hang your hammock.

    We are also available for your wedding, retreat, reunion, fundraiser, or festival.

    We are a farm in the mountains so be prepared to encounter INSECTS (mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers), WILDLIFE (deer, turkey, snakes, toads, and dare we mention the bear track we spotted one spring?), WEATHER (hot, cold, rain, snow), TOXIC PLANTS (poison ivy, stinging nettle, wild mushrooms), just to name a few.

    We DO NOT have internet or cell service, though we do have a phone for emergency use (trust us, your "people" aren't out here). Instead, we do encourage other forms of entertainment: instruments, hiking shoes, fishing poles, bubbles, hula hoops, etc.

    We also DO NOT have trash service. We will have recycling bins set up for plastic, cans, paper, and compost for your food waste, but plan to take your trash with you when you leave. We will have extra bags for those that forget. We also encourage you to bring your own dishes & cutlery to minimize excess trash as well.

    You're always welcome to try our home line before 9pm at 859.Yum.Dirt (986.3478), but the best way to catch us (usually) is via email at Jessa@HomeGrownHideAways.org.

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        9. White Sulphur Horse Only Camp

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        White Sulphur Horse Camp, located near Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland Ranger District, is developed as a primitive campground for horseback riders. The camp provides access to over 50 miles of multiple-use trails winding along forested hills and limestone ridges. Ideal for individual riders as well as organized groups, the facilities at the horse camp bring riders into the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest, the Pioneer Weapons Wildlife Management Area, and the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail. View information about Cave Run Lake Nonmotorized Trails for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking around Cave Run Lake. Make this page look nicer by submitting photos of your visit to this campground. Learn more... Cave Run Lake area map The parking area can accommodate up to 30 vehicles with a trailer, up to 50 feet long. Picket lines and a watering trough are available for horses. The campground has no electricity.

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Denniston

        559 Reviews of 14 Denniston Campgrounds


        • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Paragon Dispersed Camping Area
          Oct. 19, 2024

          Paragon Dispersed Camping Area

          Beautiful location just off a paved road

          We came in on a Friday late afternoon and there were only a few camping sites available. We found a spot right on the lake.

          Our first morning a heron was fishing in the lake less than 100 feet from us. We saw him catch a fish. There were woodpeckers, hawks and several other birds I did not recognize.

          The view of the lake from our camp site was amazing. Very picture worthy!

          The campsites are pretty close together providing less than optimal privacy. Some of the campers stayed up late but they kept the noise level down.

          While there we saw one group hang a deer carcass in a tree. Good times!

        • Patti W.
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          Sep. 26, 2024

          Callie’s Lake and Campground

          NOT happy,

          Made reservations almost a month in advance, arrived on given day and could not level our RV on a very unlevel lot couldnt even get our steps to come out as they hit gravel. Tried to move the RV around for over an hour and finally went to the store to inform them of our trouble. We were told they had no other space for us, so we had no choice but to leave. This was NOT our choice, they did not deliver what they had promised, yet no refund, or even a partial refund was offered. 3 years being full time on the road, this was a first such experience, and their lack of concern made us not happy.

          .UPDATE Callie and I have talked and our issues have been resolved. We visited Callies Lake& Campground, no overnight stay

        • TThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 19, 2024

          Buckhorn Dam Campground

          Ghost Town

          The map for this campground isn’t quite accurate. Also, the price is $24 p/ night not $14. Not quite what we were looking for.

        • BThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 13, 2024

          Clear Creek Rec Area

          Beautiful creek

          Pros: Beautiful little creek. Well spaced sites. Low usage. Some sites are long. Nice hiking trails from campsite. Most sites are shaded.

          Cons: Close to a moderately used road.

          Pit toilets, picnic tables, gravel pads.

        • Chaz M.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 12, 2024

          Natural Bridge Campground

          A lot to do

          There is so much to do nearby. Awesome stores and adventures. Campground has WiFi, fishing for kids, and is in a great location.

        • Todd C.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Aug. 5, 2024

          Yatesville Lake State Park

          Still a favorite

          We had a great time as usual. Nice, quiet and overall clean. Our fire pit was dirty with trash and looked like it had been ran over or something which is surprising for the park.

        • EThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Jul. 25, 2024

          Sandy Springs Campground

          Fun for all

          The campsite is totally geared towards family fun! The owners are so hospitable, that you feel like family! One of the most fun places we’ve ever stayed! My kids were busy nonstop with planned fun activities! And they had things for the adults as well and a lot of things for everyone to do together!

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          Jul. 18, 2024

          Lago Linda Hideaway

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        • Corey K.
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          Jul. 17, 2024

          Carter Caves State Resort Park

          State Park with Abundance of Nature

          A very nice state park with an abundance of natural resources surrounding the campground. There are many hiking options, some that explore the various caves around the grounds. The caves themselves are quite the treat.

          The staff are all very friendly and there are camping sites for tents or rigs. However, like many state parks that have not been updated, navigating into some of the spots with a large rig can be challenging. On the one hand, this is nice as there are mature trees throughout. On the other hand, they could increase the size / length of the existing campsites. There is a nice playground and a camp store for any items you have forgotten.

          The lodge is available down the road (within the state park) for dinner if you are looking to mix up the trip. Not fine dining, but decent food. There is also a pool available at a discounted rate for campers - which our kids enjoyed. Note: there are no full hookup sites, which is not uncommon for KY State Parks.

        • Karen S.
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          Jul. 15, 2024

          Oh! Kentucky RV Park & Campground

          Family friendly

          We have stayed here many times. Very clean campground.the staff is helpful and friendly. The shower and bathrooms have always been clean . Just wish that they had a fenced in dog park

        • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jul. 8, 2024

          Turkey Foot Campground

          Excellent find in the woods!

          Found the perfect spot for our trailer and our friends car camping. Clean vault toilets. Each site has fire ring and picnic table. Pack in pack out even though some didn’t get the memo yet park service was there in the morning to clean. Limited to no cell service.

        • Jennifer M.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jul. 7, 2024

          Zilpo Campground

          Beautiful campground

          Quiet, less utilized campground on Cave Run Lake. Campsites have more privacy and are more primitive. There is a bathhouse, but it is not regularly maintained. This campground is perfect for kayaking and fishing. Some of the campsites have private beaches.

        • David B.
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          Jun. 30, 2024

          Grayson Lake State Park

          Very beautiful

          This place is very beautiful first and foremost. You can fish, rent boats and kayaks. Also the hiking isn’t to bad! They even have tennis courts and a small water park.

        • Katrin M.
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          Jun. 23, 2024

          Koomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest

          Very nice campground

          We camped here over the weekend in a double campsite. It was very spacious and clean. The site had 2 picnic tables, 2 lantern poles, and and a fire pit. Everything was leveled, so the tent set up was really easy. The campground is very well maintained. Some sites have stairs in order to reach the tent pads. There is a bathhouse with flushing toilets and nice showers. They also have pit toilets, which I never used. There are several trails, that start from the campground. The area is absolutely stunning, but it was extremely hot, so we couldn't do too much hiking. But the plan is to return in fall.

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          Jun. 14, 2024

          Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

          Needs to be updated and repaired

          Roads in campground are rough in places. Electrical boxes are in rough shape at some sites. 30 amp kept tripping the breaker. WiFi does not work. Several sites have full hookup but sewer hookups need to be repaired and water hookups are far away.

        • Ashlee G.The Dyrt PRO User
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          Jun. 8, 2024

          Woodstock Campground

          Our fave primitive camp in the RRG!

          We LOVE Woodstock! Such a beautiful, open, peaceful property and each site has its own handmade benches and firepit. Literally right off the road for Red River Gorge so you’re 10 minutes from creation falls, sky bridge, chimney top rock, etc. Also right down the road from Sky Station and The Brick for beers, ice cream and coffee. Also just 15 minutes from the amazing Muir Valley climbing area. Literally couldn’t ask for a better location for a weekend in RRG. Not to mention how peaceful it is, away from the hustle and bustle of the other camps in Slade.

          Ronnie is the kindest host, very considerate and welcoming. He helped us when we pulled in to guide our big rig to the best spot (35 foot camper). He has tent sites and space for RVs but it is primitive camping so be prepared - no water or bathrooms available. Oh and cash only!

          We can’t wait to be back. Thanks Ronnie!

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          May. 31, 2024

          Wildcat Camping and Fishing

          Very Nice Place

          We have been here for a little over a month now. Nice level gravel sites with grass around them. Full hookups 30/50A at each site. Wifi. Could accommodate at least 40+ foot 5th wheels. There is a paylake with small shelter areas, playground, horseshoe pit, game room, community gathering area, store with snacks, drinks, tackle and other items. There are restrooms, but no showers or laundry. Beautiful area. About 11 miles to Paintsville, which has all the stores you'd need. Some closer convenience stores. Johnny and Regina, the owners, couldn't be any nicer. Very good monthly rates. Can receive mail and packages.

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          May. 27, 2024

          Middle Fork Campground

          Well Maintained Campground in RRG

          We stayed here while some of our group did some rock climbing in the area.  The camp staff was super helpful and offered to rearrange a few sites that were open so that our tents would fit better.  It was during the week, so not all of the sites were full which gave him some flexibility.   Some of the sites in the RV area are pretty small so do some checking when you select.

        • RThe Dyrt PRO User
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          May. 25, 2024

          Natural Bridge Campground

          Okay

          Sites are okay. We had one with trees so got some shade. Staff is friendly. The restrooms didn’t get cleaned the entire 5 nights we were here. The floor was swept but the same dead fly on the sink was there all week too. There are only 2 men’s and two women’s shower/toilet rooms for the entire camp. During the week it was not an issue but the place got full on Friday night and having two toilets for each sec is not a good plan, especially if two men want to shower leaving no men’s facilities until they’re done. Probably would not return.

        • David A.
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          May. 9, 2024

          Zilpo Campground

          Wonderfully Quite Place

          Stay 6 nights, very peaceful and quite place, this time of year! Campground empty, no one there. Beautiful sites, large, all fine gravel and paved pull offs, very nice! Bathrooms could use a update, easily Lot’s of bug in May, but huge amount of ticks 🕷️ Campground sets back off main road about 10 miles, so no traffic noise at all. Has boat lunch, beach, camp store, 2 dump stations, 7 loops host at most of them, very nice people. We had great time, will defiantly be back to stay again!

        • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Koomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest
          May. 6, 2024

          Koomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest

          Excellent little campground!

          One of the best forest service campgrounds I’ve stayed in. Beautiful and well maintained, lots of great hiking trails leaving directly from campground.

          A lot of sites are too slanted for a van or RV, but amazing for tent camping. If you’re staying in a vehicle I recommend doing first come first serve or extensive research. The more slanted sites also are much more secluded - we couldn’t even see our neighbors most of the time. Unfortunately sound echoes so you can hear everything.

          No hookups and super shady so solar is difficult. Was on Verizon extended network and had hotspot service from at and t and t mobile.

        • AThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from S-Tree Campground
          Apr. 27, 2024

          S-Tree Campground

          Great Campsite!!!

          Bathrooms were clean. Campsite was clean. Campground very well maintained. So peaceful!! I have cell service with Verizon. I was able to make & receive calls. Internet signal was not the best, but I wasn't there for that anyway!



        Guide to Denniston

        Camping near Denniston, Kentucky, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

        What to do

        • Kayaking and Fishing: Many campers enjoy the water activities available at Zilpo Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "This campground is perfect for kayaking and fishing. Some of the campsites have private beaches."
        • Hiking: Explore the trails around Koomer Ridge Campground. A visitor shared, "There are several trails that start from the campground. The area is absolutely stunning."
        • Rock Climbing: If you're into climbing, the Red River Gorge Campground is a great spot. One camper noted, "Well traveled trails easily followed. Clean campground. Very scenic as one would expect."

        What campers like

        • Privacy and Space: Campers appreciate the spacious sites at Koomer Ridge Campground. A reviewer said, "The campground is very well maintained. Some sites have stairs in order to reach the tent pads."
        • Clean Facilities: Many enjoy the cleanliness of the facilities at Twin Knobs Recreation Area. One visitor remarked, "Bath houses/restrooms were very clean and nice."
        • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A review for Middle Fork Campground stated, "The camp staff was super helpful and offered to rearrange a few sites that were open."

        What you should know

        • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Koomer Ridge Campground, do not have electric hookups. A camper noted, "No hookups and super shady so solar is difficult."
        • Noise Levels: Campers at Middle Fork Campground have mentioned noise from nearby roads. One review said, "Biggest downside is the noise from the big trucks going up and down the hill on the highway."
        • Site Sizes Vary: At Grayson Lake State Park Campground, some sites can be cramped. A visitor shared, "We were supposed to spend the night, but after arriving and seeing how small and cramped all the campsites were we decided to forfeit our reservation."

        Tips for camping with families

        • Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites like Twin Knobs Recreation Area. A camper mentioned, "Good level spots. Quiet the first week of April."
        • Activities for Kids: Many campgrounds offer activities for children. One reviewer at Callie’s Lake and Campground said, "Great people, helpful and nice. Karaoke on Saturday nights (mostly kids)."
        • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. A visitor at Zilpo Campground noted, "Campsites have more privacy and are more primitive."

        Tips from RVers

        • Check Site Levels: Make sure to choose a level site, especially at places like Grayson Lake State Park Campground. A camper mentioned, "Many spots slant down and cannot level."
        • Plan for Limited Hookups: If you're staying at Koomer Ridge Campground, be prepared for no electric hookups. One reviewer said, "A lot of sites are too slanted for a van or RV."
        • Use a Good GPS: Some campgrounds can be tricky to find. A visitor at Red River Gorge Campground advised, "Just type it in your GPS system and it will take you straight there!"

        Camping near Denniston, Kentucky, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!

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          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Denniston, KY is Red River Gorge Campground with a 4.9-star rating from 22 reviews.

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