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Best Campgrounds near Edgewood, KY
Campgrounds near Edgewood, Kentucky span diverse options from developed sites with amenities to RV-focused facilities along the Ohio River. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground in Union offers tent and RV camping with electric hookups, water access, and seasonal operation from April through October. Approximately 15 miles south of Edgewood, Oak Creek Campground provides year-round camping with tent sites, RV spaces, and glamping options. The broader region contains both Kentucky State Parks and Ohio recreation areas within a 30-minute drive, including Winton Woods Campground with cabin accommodations.
Seasonal considerations affect camping availability throughout the area, with some campgrounds operating only during warmer months. Most developed campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly for weekends and summer holidays. "This park is super convenient if you're planning on going to the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum because it's about 30-45 minutes in either direction," noted one visitor about Big Bone Lick State Park. Water and electric hookups are standard at most campgrounds, though full sewer connections are less common. Road access is generally good with paved entrance roads, but some individual sites may require longer water hoses or careful navigation for larger RVs.
Mixed-use campgrounds dominate the landscape around Edgewood, offering varied amenities and camping styles. The Ohio River provides scenic views at several locations, with Tucker's Landing featuring concrete pads and river vistas. A camper wrote, "Site 22 had a beautiful view of the Ohio River. The kids enjoyed seeing the barges going up and down the river." Families appreciate facilities like swimming pools at Oak Creek Campground and Big Bone Lick State Park, along with activities such as mini-golf, playgrounds, and interpretive hiking trails. Most developed campgrounds maintain shower houses and restroom facilities, though privacy between sites varies considerably. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist at several parks, with Big Bone Lick State Historic Site notably featuring a bison herd and natural history exhibits that campers frequently mention in positive reviews.
Best Camping Sites Near Edgewood, Kentucky (98)
1. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground
45 ReviewsPatriot, IN13 milesWebsite+1 (859) 384-3522$40 / night
"There’s also some hiking and biking trails accessible from the main turnoff from the highway, so there’s plenty to do in the area if you’re stopping on through or staying a few days."
"we really enjoyed Big Bone. we went to their museum center on Saturday afternoon and walked the Bison trail to see the baby bison they had at the time. it was nice to have something different to do."
2. Winton Woods Campground
23 ReviewsFairfield, OH17 milesWebsite"Tent/RV sites were level and had lots of Shade and trees for Hammocks. 1.7 mile paved walking trail is great for walking, running and biking. A short 18 hole Disc Golf course is close by."
"The location is located on the lake with access to put in a kayak or canoe. The bathrooms are clean, with private combined shower/dressing stalls."
3. East Fork State Park Campground
64 ReviewsConcord, OH26 milesWebsite+1 (513) 734-2730$39 - $52 / night
"Our favorite campsite for the outskirts of Cincinnati. Lots of great spots available! You can get to the lake in about a 15 minute drive."
"However I decided to focus on the positive. The trees are big and mature. The restrooms extremely clean, the shower a pressure washer. All good things in my book."
4. Tucker's Landing
8 ReviewsFort Thomas, KY10 milesWebsite$25 - $54 / night
"Not much in the surrounding area."
"This place sits beautifully near the river and other than some bugs is family fun for everyone."
5. A.J. Jolly Park & Campground
11 ReviewsAlexandria, KY14 milesWebsite"Amazing place for the price and proximity to the city!! Just wish there was more hiking trails"
"Close to Cincinnati but each site is wooded and on lake front , lots to do!"
6. Winton Woods Campground Hamilton County Park
13 ReviewsFairfield, OH17 milesWebsite+1 (513) 851-2267$43 - $73 / night
"The campground fills up fast and there were plenty of shaded electric sites close to the lake. There were also plenty of pull through sites for the big rigs."
"Playground and walk path well kept."
7. Oak Creek Campground
8 ReviewsUnion, KY13 milesWebsite+1 (859) 485-9131"We prefer site 18 which offers nice privacy and os next to a stream."
8. Indian Springs Campground
8 ReviewsGreendale, IN16 milesWebsite+1 (513) 353-9244"It sat at one end of our site but right up against the site next to us, so trying to sit around a campfire would have been a little awkward. There wasn't any shade on the pull thru sites."
"There are showers, an awesome library, a store, laundry and walking trails"
9. Kincaid Lake State Park Campground
26 ReviewsFalmouth, KY26 milesWebsite+1 (859) 654-3531$22 - $35 / night
"We were THRILLED to leave our cicada-infested northern Kentucky home and find that this park was blissfully free of Brood X cicadas. It was so peaceful, and we were able to fully enjoy the outdoors."
"Primitive tent camping is back in its own little part of the park near the lake (there are a few lakeside sites if you have a small kayak or raft to use while there) and while we liked the privacy the"
10. Miami Whitewater Forest Campground
9 ReviewsHarrison, OH19 milesWebsite+1 (513) 367-9632"Lake nearby with boat rentals and paved bike paths. Good family environment. Beware of sneaky raccoons. River access down path behind lot 129."
"Beautiful park has a lake with kayaking/canoe/rowboat/paddle boat rentals and a few pontoon boats for rent but is otherwise just for non-motorized boats. good fishing both from the rental rowboats and"
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Recent Reviews near Edgewood, KY
705 Reviews of 98 Edgewood Campgrounds
Cassandra H.
TravelerBig Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground
Great for a family trip
We had such a good time we extended our trip. Only 3 mile of trails, but fabulous for the family and well kept. Creek is great to play in. So much wildlife. The campground and facilities were in great shape. The only minor issue was the camp store and museum only open Thursday -Sunday, but we were visiting early in the season. Paved campground is great for bikes, scooters and roller skates! Spigots are far from some.of the sites and you may need more than a 50 ft hose for water hook up.
thomas A.ScoutCamp Cottonwood
Cotton wood camp ground
Have to get back to camping there. Always had a good time. Swimming ,camping ,kayaking, tubing and always having something fun to do
Chasity S.TravelerThe Landing at Bear Creek RV Park
Worst management! I’m afraid to even still be here!
The lady at Bear Creek started out in June 2025 a quiet place with friendly management and their friendly family entire family that all live at one end of the park so no one else can have their spaces a family that causes nothing but gossip and drama that is the reason why I stopped going to throw in dinners and events. The campground itself is a mess management let potholes go all winter long to the point that it was so bad people were complaining. I myself complained, and they acted like they were doing us a favor by getting some gravel and trying to half ass fill the holes the porta potties were out of commission all summer last summer and so far are still out of commission. The splash pad is a joke. The pavilion is just a place with some picnic tables and they have allowed DJ or live band on Friday or Saturday nights where they can all get drunk and act. Accordingly we asked for the owners number to voice our complaints to the people that own the landing at Bear Creek, but management refuses to give the owners information and we had to go other routes to get that information since then they have been harassing us taunting us. They called the police and tried to kick us out without our campers without my therapy cats without our pets without our belongings without our homes we sold our four bedroom house and bought two big campers and this is where we live full-time we will be leaving in April 2026. It is now March 2026 the middle of March and the harassment hasn’t stopped. They have told people things about us that are not true. They’ve been returning our mail just a laundry list of things that are not only illegal, but scary that two people could be that unhinged that they would act this way toward anybody, especially people like myself who have never had a complaint. I never really leave my camper because I have a small business that I run never caused any problems never caused a disturbance and I’ve been here since June 2025 once they found out that we were moving and that we wanted to talk to the owners to follow voice our complaints. It’s been nothing but police and harassment and it’s to the point where I’m afraid to even stay here. I’m afraid they’re going to harm my cats or myself. I’ve never seen two people more unhinged and crazy and spiteful and vengeful as I have the managers that are currently managing the landing at Bear Creek. I’ve never had this much interaction with police officers over managers of a property harassing so badly, knowing that I have mental health issues and using those mental health issues as a threat against me, I do not recommend people come. They stay for maybe a month or two and leave because they realize how awful this place is the gossip the drama there’s been drugs. There’s been a guy that had a knife and was trying to stab all his neighbors, and they found cocaine in his camper. There have been numerous incidents. Someone passed away out here in a strange fashion. This place is a wasteland. It is a routing negative energy and management is childish petty and the most spiteful, crazy, insane unhinged people I have ever seen in my entire life, the way that they have been behaving with their children in their truck driving up to my camper, harassing me outside of my camper, returning my mail just all this craziness. I can’t believe it. I can’t even put together in words to leave this post right now I’m so sorry this is the worst place I’ve ever seen and neither of the worst type of people I’ve ever met in my entire life. Please do not stay here for your own safety. If you’re trying to reach the owners to file a complaint about management the first picture shows you how to do so because management will not give you the owners information.
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Monica L.ScoutKincaid Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful Park, Not Big Rig Friendly
Excellent park for small to mid campers. Main road driving in is VERY narrow and curvy. Can be very difficult to pass oncoming traffic in various areas on road as there is nowhere to merge when meeting oncoming traffic. We have a 38’ pull behind and I will not take it here. Simply not safe as there is not enough room to maneuver at all for a camper that size. Beautiful park for small campers and tents!
Dwaynes W.ScoutBatesville KOA
THE WORST KOA I'VE EVER STAYED AT
Bathrooms = -5 Showers = -100 Staff = 5 Campsites = 2. Could they make the sites any smaller? Camper next to you is right on top of you. Landscaping = 4 - just not kept up well at all. Dog Park = one, and it's a loooooooooooong ways away. I travel full-time. Stay at KOA's all the time. This is, by far, THE WORST KOA I have been to and, no matter what, I won't be back. Seriously bad. There's even a $10 charge if you leave the KOA and then try to return . What? I have to pay to get back to my things? It looks nice with the ponds... but truth be told, THE WORST KOA EVER - it's a dump compared to what is expected from a KOA. Uhg.
Dave C.ScoutFollow The River RV Resort
Don't ask for a refund if you can't park there!
The manager at this RV park assaulted me and snatched my iPhone out of my hand! Are you kidding me?? The video was edited(shortened) because these review sites won't allow anything more than 30 seconds. BUT what was said by both of us beforehand and afterwards doesn't matter. The fact is she's supposed to be the professional and she not only called me a"d*ck" and an"a**hole", but she proceeded to violently take my phone out of my hand and refused to give it back. I ultimately talked her into giving it back but WHO DOES THIS? She later actually punched me in the face. Yeah! Right in the face. But unfortunately, the video started and when she got on me, I guess I accidentally hit the stop button I was so scared. What was I scared of? Because, in the professions I've had, you learn that people are capable of anything. I didn't know if she was armed. I know I wasn't. I called 911 and am going to pursue the prosecution of her for assaulting a person over 60 yrs old, which is a felony. These types of animals do not need to be on our streets much less managing a nice RV park. This all came about because the sewer pipe on my motorhome is only 5" off the ground when parked. The lot she gave me has a sewer inlet pipe that sits over a foot off the ground meaning the feces would have to flow uphill to work. When I pointed this out, this manager said,"that's your problem, you'll have to figure it out". When I asked for a refund, she said no way and started in on my calling me vulger names(she did this several times). What professional person dealing with the public does this? She also refused to move me to another site saying she doesn't have any, but anyone can look around and see the park is not even half full- so, that's a lie. Annndddd, there's more! But I'll be posting every day on this site(and many others), so I’ll address more tomorrow and in the coming days and weeks.
Kara S.
GuideStonelick State Park Campground
Big sites but can be loud and crowded
Nice big sites, fairly level. We camped at site 35 and it was very slopey, our levelers only helped a little. First night the shower house STUNK but then the next day it smelled fine while our closest bathrooms were out of order. The trail to the lake was right next to the sit and that was lovely.
Evan C.GuideJim Terrell Park
Looks Good!
8/13/2025
NOTE: I did NOT stay here. I was going to, but decided to drive a little farther than I had initially planned. I did want to check it out though because there aren't many reviews.
This looks like a solid option to tent for a night though. The town looks very nice and quiet, and the park seems well-kempt. If the sites are on the river, just know there's a restaurant on the opposite bank that might be a source of noise/light at night, and the park itself is kind of close to the road. I'm not exactly sure where one would tent, but there did seem to be some flat space behind a rafting/kayaking shack to the left as you pull in.
Guide to Edgewood
Camping near Edgewood, Kentucky ranges from full-service RV parks to primitive sites within a 30-minute drive radius. The region sits at the northern edge of Kentucky where the Ohio River creates a natural boundary with neighboring Ohio, creating diverse camping opportunities at elevations ranging from 450-850 feet. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing from December through February, with most campgrounds offering limited services during these months.
What to do
Hiking trails with historical elements: Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground features educational opportunities beyond just outdoor recreation. "There is a lot to do in this one little area except long distance hiking. There are some nice short intersecting trails through out the park. The longest one is 2 miles around Big Bone Lake," notes camper Shelly S.
Watersports and fishing: Campers at East Fork State Park Campground enjoy lake activities throughout the summer months. "This was our first time camping here and it was a large park. There was several miles of bike trails, bridle trails and hiking trails. There is also a beach and marina for campers away from the main beach and marina for those just visiting the park for the day," shares Andrea F.
Golf and other recreational amenities: Several parks provide sporting facilities beyond standard camping. "Golf (both full size and mini) and fishing seem to be the main attraction, there are also sports fields, a pool, and some short hiking trails," writes Dan N. about Kincaid Lake State Park Campground, which offers diverse recreation options throughout the camping season.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Seeing bison is a highlight for many visitors to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site. "Great place to learn some history, hike a trail, and view the bison. There are places to have a picnic, and a small campground is available. A visitor center and gift shop is also onsite," says Lisa S.
River and barge watching: Tucker's Landing provides concrete pads with Ohio River views. "Site 22 had a beautiful view of the ohio river. The kids enjoyed seeing the barges going up and down the river. It was very quiet and peaceful," reports Lindsey S.
Accessible location near urban amenities: Many campers appreciate the proximity to urban conveniences while still enjoying nature. "Very nice campground inside the urban loop in Cincinnati. Close to everything, yet quiet and secluded camping experience," notes Kenneth D. about Winton Woods Campground, highlighting how campers can enjoy nature without being far from services.
What you should know
Bathroom and shower facilities vary widely: Some campgrounds provide excellent restroom access while others have limited facilities. "The bathhouses were clean, and the shower had nice hot water, however, it doesn't seem like there were sufficient facilities for how large the campground was (H Loop had two showers, two toilets, and three sinks)," reports Lee D. at Miami Whitewater Forest.
Site leveling challenges: Prepare for uneven terrain at some campgrounds. "Camp sites are all blacktop, level, and clean," writes Jarrod M. about East Fork State Park, but many other reviewers note leveling difficulties at various camping sites near Edgewood.
Limited cell coverage at some parks: Signal strength can be inconsistent throughout the region. "For a park so close to a large city (Cincinnati), I was surprised the cell service was so lacking (on Verizon). We eked out one and occasionally two bars of 4G," mentions one camper about their experience at a local park.
Tips for camping with families
Consider campgrounds with dedicated kids' areas: Oak Creek Campground provides family-friendly amenities. "Nice place to camp out with several pull through sites for big rigs. Pool and new dog park with a very nice play area for the kids," notes Doug and Terri C.
Look for campgrounds with supervised activities: Some parks organize events for children during peak season. "The nature center offered movies in the evening for guest," mentions Andrea F. about her family's experience camping in the area.
Find spots with playground visibility: Site selection can make family camping easier. "Nice flat camping areas for most sites, small campground with great views of playground for most sites near there," says Ronnie C., highlighting how proper site selection enhances the family camping experience at Miami Whitewater Forest.
Tips from RVers
Water and electric access locations: At some camping sites near Edgewood, Kentucky, hookup placement can be challenging. "Water hook ups are on the opposite side of electrical on several sites," notes Jeffrey D. about A.J. Jolly Park & Campground, adding that "sites are gravel and not level" despite having concrete pads.
Limited full hookup availability: Plan ahead when needing sewer connections. "Limited number of full hook-up spots - more would make this and even better site. Get your ideal site early during busy season," advises Kenneth D. about reservations in the region.
Extended-stay considerations: Some campgrounds offer reasonable rates for longer visits. "We stayed here for three months. Pam and Jack are amazing hosts. So thankful for their flexibility and hospitality," shares Claire M. about Tucker's Landing, which provides monthly accommodation options for RVers needing extended stays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Edgewood, KY?
Which is the most popular campground near Edgewood, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Edgewood, KY is Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 45 reviews.
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