Best Campgrounds near Dunmor, KY

Are you in need of a campground near Dunmor, KY? Dunmor is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Dunmor, KY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Camping Sites Near Dunmor, Kentucky (48)

    1. Lake Malone State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Dunmor, KY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 657-2111

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Nice lake, boat ramp very accessible, somewhat limited parking. Out of the way (as in not close to the interstate) , nice clean areas, picturesque:)"

    "While we haven't camped overnight yet, my husband and I frequent Lake Malone State Park to hike the trails."

    2. Hopewell RV Park

    1 Review
    Central City, KY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 725-0364

    $38 - $50 / night

    "Just 5 miles south of Western Kentucky Parkway on US highway 431. Also has several seasonal workers from Paradise Power Plant staying here during an outage. School bus picks kids op at the stop sign."

    3. Western Kentucky RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Central City, KY
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 757-0348

    $46 - $55 / night

    "Standard parking lot style rv park near highway, but we’ll kept, clean rr/shower/laundry, decent playground, grass strips on which you should NOT drive or park."

    4. RJourney Clarksville RV Resort

    25 Reviews
    Clarksville, TN
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 774-7901

    $49 - $75 / night

    "If only Clarksville wasn’t so close to the highway... great location, much shade, good distance between rigs, level gravel pads... great public areas, very hospitable staff.... just a bit noisy from the"

    "This campground is located real close to I24. You can see & hear it. Know that before you book. That aside, it’s a nice campground."

    5. Bowling Green KOA

    19 Reviews
    Bowling Green, KY
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 843-1919

    "The Bowling Green KOA, Ky is located on the outskirts of Bowling Green near the I65 and Natcher interchange. You can actually see the back end of the campground from the ramp that connects the two."

    "Had higher expectations for KOA based on other experiences but should have researched to know how close the highway was.

    Convenient to stores and restaurants. Laundry open 24/7 ($2.50)."

    7. Nolin Lake State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Sweeden, KY
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 286-4240

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Near Brownsville, Ky and a little off the beaten path. But definitely worth a visit or two."

    "This lakeside getaway is one that will keep us coming back!! If you've never been to Kentucky...this will keep you coming back to the Bluegrass to camp for years to come!"

    8. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Dawson Springs, KY
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 797-3421

    $12 - $40 / night

    "Pennyrile Forest State Park off Ky69 outside Dawson Springs, Ky. A newer trail Pennyrile Nature Trail is 13.5 mile long hiking trail, from Dawson Springs to the park."

    "We were on the very corner and even though it was close to the road it was beautiful and not super traffic heavy. There was however a streetlight at the corner and it was extremely bright."

    9. Moutardier

    23 Reviews
    Sweeden, KY
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 286-4230

    $18 - $50 / night

    ".**

    Campground Review: Coming from Western Kentucky Parkway W or KY I65 either way you drive in to **Moutardier Campground you will"

    "It is located on Nolin River Lake. Our site was lakeside which was beautiful (Site D6). This campsite offered electric/water hookup, fire pit, picnic table, filet table, bathrooms, and showers. "

    10. Russellville RV Park

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    Russellville, KY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 438-2411

    $35 - $45 / night

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Recent Reviews near Dunmor, KY

248 Reviews of 48 Dunmor Campgrounds


  • Overland O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Houchin Ferry Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

    Very nice remote campground

    This is a very nice and clean campground with about 10 sites. It is part of Mammoth Cave National park. That means I could use my lifetime pass and it only cost $10 per night. Ranger came by twice a day. Very clean port a pottys that are maintained well. Dumpster for trash and each site has a fire ring. Road in is paved and not bad, but has a few hills and is narrow. These sites are listed as "Tent Only" but I got my Dodge van in no problem. In my 3 days here I saw many tents, a small pop up camper, and 2 vans. Anything larger would be a problem I think. Reservation only and pay online. Not much cell signal here, maybe 1 bar on Visible. (Verizon) Decent signal on Starlink mini at site 1. Sites are right along the side of the Green River and the temperature here was a consistent 3 degrees F lower than in town. Lot of shade, not good for solar.

  • Overland O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Barren River Tailwater

    Very nice campground

    I have camped here many time over the 2 years I have been on the road full time in my van. I mostly stayed here in the winter. No power or water, except for a comnunity spigot. But cheap, like $8 with the lifetime pass. Staying here in July of 2025, there is electric and water at each site. My cost is $15.

  • Mike F.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2025

    Dad's Bluegrass Campground

    Extremely nice folks.

    Truly the nicest folks I have met at campground so far. All lots are pull through. They have a huge pavilion for events, nice pool, showers, and very clean restrooms.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    RJourney Clarksville RV Resort

    Booking fee

    They charge a $20.00 booking fee! Which was 50% the cost of my site! Are you kidding me! The thing is I never booked it, I walked in on a Tuesday when it wasn't busy. So the price was $68.00 for water and electric for one night not $40. It was also very noisey across the street from some rock/cement quarry.

  • Amanda F.
    Feb. 8, 2025

    Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    Nice park due for an upgrade

    I stayed here on a whim on my way to a funeral. I just needed a place to rest for the night. This was a peaceful place and clean. Just needs to be updated.

  • Hopewell RV Park
    Jan. 23, 2025

    Hopewell RV Park

    Great little campground

    Great for quick, hassle free stop while traveling. Just 5 miles south of Western Kentucky Parkway on US highway 431. Also has several seasonal workers from Paradise Power Plant staying here during an outage. School bus picks kids op at the stop sign. Really nice family hosts. Full hookups at each site and new picnic tables. Beautiful country and Dollar General just down the road.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 2, 2025

    Barren River Tailwater

    40 Mins from 65

    Tailwater CG - Glasco, KY 1/1/25

    (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: 4 for an overnight stay. Great winter price, but 40 minutes from 65 w trailer. Price 2024: $8 w interagency pass during winter Security: Host’s site at entry. Usage during visit: Only us Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: No Site Spacing: Close. Varies.
    Pad surface: Gravel Reservations: Required. Can be made at the cg.
    Outside Road Noise: No Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: Yes, however off during winter 24/25.
    Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes. Only at one location during winter. Generators: Allowed. Bathroom: Two. Flush Bath and showers bathhouse is closed during winter. Pit toilets at far end open. Pull Throughs: One. Cell Service (Verizon): 1 to 3 bars Setting: Along River Recent Weather: Cold nights.
    Solar: Yes Host: Yes, helpful.
    Rig Size: Varies between sites. Sites: Some sites back up to the river. These are the best locations, I think.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 4, 2024

    Bowling Green KOA

    Nice KOA

    This KOA was easy to find by following our GPS. We checked in about 45 minutes prior to their 1:00 PM check in time and they didn’t even mention us being early. We decided we didn’t need an escort to our site as it was near the office. We proceeded to deluxe-patio pull-through site H-4 with FHUs. The utilities were nicely placed in the middle of the pad. Water pressure was good at about 50 psi. This site has plenty of shade as does most sites in the campground (CG) due to mature trees, so we did not put out Starlink. We got 4 bars LTE on Verizon and used our MiFi versus Starlink. Site H-4 has a utility box on the yard side, so we had extra space between the adjacent site. They have a decent sized dog park with an agility set up. This KOA has a lot of amenities and lives up to a Holiday KOA rating. The dog park is a nice size. They have a decent laundry room behind the office with 4 washers and 8 dryers. It’s$2.50 to wash and$1.50 to dry. They have 2 fishing ponds. The large one you can keep 2 fish for$20 and the small one is catch and release. There’s some traffic noise from I-65 and surrounding roads. Our main reason to visit the area was to visit the National Corvette Museum. We enjoyed our two night stay.

  • tThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Mammoth Cave Horse Camp — Mammoth Cave National Park

    Worse experience

    Until midnight there was a loud microphone with drunk people trying to sing karaoke where it was heard around campground. Slurring speech and cursing. No respect to others trying to sleep.

    Was booked for the weekend but leaving after night 1.


Guide to Dunmor

Camping near Dunmor, Kentucky, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.

What to do

  • Explore Mammoth Cave National Park: Just a short drive away, this park is famous for its extensive cave system. One visitor noted, "We kayaked the Nolin and Green rivers. Both were very pretty! Recommend a trip on the Nolin."
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Barren River Tailwater, provide easy access to fishing spots. A camper shared, "Easy to fish from site. 50 AMP, Water."
  • Hiking: Trails abound in the area, with options for all skill levels. One reviewer mentioned, "The trails were great for both of us and we could ride straight from the campground."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Lake Malone State Park Campground said, "The bathrooms were cleaned regularly. The showers were hot and free!"
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A reviewer at Dad's Bluegrass Campground noted, "The owner was very accommodating and helpful."
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Moutardier offer beautiful lakeside views. One camper remarked, "Very clean with the cleanest bathrooms and showers I have ever encountered in any campground."

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A visitor at Bowling Green KOA mentioned, "Nice campground but very loud due to interstate."
  • Site Proximity: Many campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Diamond Lake Resort Campground said, "The campsites are very close together."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Houchin Ferry Campground, are more primitive and lack electric hookups. A reviewer noted, "There are a few porta potties and no water or hookups."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. One parent at Dad's Bluegrass Campground mentioned, "There is a beautiful pool, playground, and basketball court for kids!"
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Beech Bend Family Campground said, "Great park for motor sports. Drag and shows during the season."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. One camper at Spring Creek Campground shared, "Clean bathrooms. Hear a little bit of highway noise but the beauty and peace far outweighed that."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Kentucky Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park noted, "The campground is in need of a makeover."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups for convenience. A camper at RJourney Clarksville RV Resort said, "Great camp store. Right off the interstate."
  • Be Prepared for Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways, so bring earplugs if you're sensitive to noise. A visitor at Bowling Green KOA mentioned, "The only downside is at night due to the road noise from the I-65/I-165 split."

Camping near Dunmor, Kentucky, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Dunmor, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Dunmor, KY offers a wide range of camping options, with 48 campgrounds and RV parks near Dunmor, KY and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Dunmor, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dunmor, KY is Lake Malone State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dunmor, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Dunmor, KY.

What parks are near Dunmor, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 parks near Dunmor, KY that allow camping, notably Nolin River Lake and Rough River Lake.