Best RV Parks & Resorts near Elkhorn City, KY
Several RV campgrounds within 30 miles of Elkhorn City accommodate motorhomes and travel trailers with varying amenities. Thunder River Campground provides electric, water, and sewer hookups at its RV sites along the river. "The owners and host are very nice, they even brought a trailer of firewood for campers to use over the weekend," noted one visitor, though they mentioned the railroad tracks are close and create occasional train noise. Portal 31 RV Park in Lynch offers a unique location across from an exhibition coal mine with electric hookups and a communal water spout. Backwoods Camping & RV Park features full hookups including electric, water, and sewer, while Riverside Campground has pull-through sites that can accommodate larger rigs, though some reviews indicate the RV spots are positioned quite close together.
Access to most campgrounds requires navigating mountain roads with occasional steep grades. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with stronger signals typically available near larger campgrounds and towns. Dump stations are available at several parks including Paintsville Lake State Park, which offers 30/50-amp service but fills quickly during peak seasons. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, some RV sites may not be perfectly level—one camper at Carr Creek State Park noted that electric hookups weren't functioning at their site. Most parks are open seasonally from spring through fall, with Paintsville Lake State Park operating year-round. Pet policies generally allow leashed dogs, though specific restrictions may apply at certain locations. During summer months, advance reservations are strongly recommended as availability becomes limited, particularly at lakeside RV sites.
