9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
RV camping near Glasgow includes several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds on Nolin River Lake, offering some of the most affordable hookup sites in the region. Dog Creek Campground provides water and electric hookups with up to 50-amp service on spacious, level gravel pads. "Sites each have a fire ring, nice picnic table, and extra cooking table that was an added plus," noted one visitor. Wax Campground offers waterfront sites with full hookups including sewer connections. Several miles south, Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave provides concrete pads with grills and fire pits in their newer section, along with 30/50-amp electrical service and full hookups. Cave Country RV Campground in Cave City caters exclusively to RVs with big-rig friendly sites.
Many campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from May through September or October, though some like Singing Hills RV Park remain open year-round. Cell service can be limited at lakeside locations, with one Dog Creek visitor reporting "no signal at all on my phone." Most parks provide dump stations if sewer hookups aren't available at individual sites. The area's proximity to Mammoth Cave National Park makes these RV campgrounds near Glasgow popular bases for cave exploration and regional day trips. Reservation systems vary across properties, with some Corps of Engineers parks requiring bookings through Recreation.gov. Pet policies are generally accommodating, though leash requirements are strictly enforced at most locations.
"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. "
"Family friendly Halloween fun. Has a decorating contest with trick or treat in the campground. Safe and clean with lots of restrooms and lake front sites"
Campground full this weekend
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"Trailers and RVs get water and up to 50 amp hookups. Our 4 night stay has warranted a portable waste tank purchased as they have 2/3 hookup. Very nice sites. 1/4 of them line the waterfront."
"Very few with shade, especially if you want "water front". Gravel pads are typically fairly level; water and electric at all but tent sites. Grass way overdue for cutting making it extra buggy."
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"This place is amazing with direct view and access to the lake, it was spacious, leveled, had a fire pit, picnic table and small cooking table."
"It was quiet, even with all the boat traffic and kids. Lots are gravel and decent size. The area surrounds Lake Nolan, which is an added bonus. The water was warm and calm."
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"Kid friendly park, no mature trees in new section but concrete pad with grill and fire pit. Pool with splash pad, pools, pillow pads, multiple playgrounds, dog parks and kennels are available."
"The kids are super excited to do the lake inflatable course and have already enjoyed the nice playground and bouncing pad. We chose a standard site so I didn’t expect much."
from $29 - $105 / night
"Singing Hills is a nice private RV park near Mammoth Cave. We stayed one night. Sites 37, 39-44 are not shady, while the lower numbered sites have shade. The park streets and sites are gravel."
"Singing Hills is a nice private RV park near Mammoth Cave. We stayed one night. Sites 37, 39-44 are not shady, while the lower numbered sites have shade. The park streets and sites are gravel."
"The dog park is beautiful with well trimmed grass and large. They have a nice swimming pool, picnic tables, and fire rings. Nice large gravel pull through site and level."
"This RV resort is located conveniently 15-20 minutes from Mammoth Cave National Park. Also there are a lot of places to eat nearby. The staff/owners are all very friendly."
"Many full hookup sites with concrete pads rather than gravel not sure which I prefer. No store which is a downer but very easy to go in most sites are pull through."
"This park is located on the entrance road to Mammoth Caves NP, and it is a spectacular way to stay and enjoy the hiking in the caves!"
"We were in A2 and it was a little closer to the road than we expected, and the picnic tables were secured to the ground taking up a good bit of the site for our rug and chairs."
"I give it 4 not 5 because no cell signal so it’s rustic camping which is good for some but not so much when alone."
Campground full this weekend
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"The campgrounds was exceptional in quite setting , playground for the grandkids, near Green River lake, must have Ky temporary license to fish, boating, cabins rental, natural trails, campground has"
"Paved roadways great for biking and walking. Some spaces and turns would be tight for larger rigs. Playground has red clay dirt, so that was a bit messy."
Campground full this weekend
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"This is a very small gravel/dirt lot in a valley in the woods along a creek near the Green River Lake. Beautiful wooded area with a small intermittent stream that runs beside the sites."
"years was there last week for 5 days there are 5 camps sites out house type toilets and trash cans all get cleaned daily when it gets hot u may wanna bring airfreshner to the toilets there is a picnic table"
TravelerLots of traffic right off the interstate. Their pricing is expensive, and then they add charges for showers and wast dump. Most traditional RV parks include showers and waste dumps in the costs for an overnight. I don't recommend this.
ScoutCurrent owners are great but they are in the middle of a sale. The 59Amp power at site 12 is missing leg 2 so we used 30 Amp socket instead. No problem as the weather was wonderful.
RangerThe hosts, Kent and Lisa, were extremely friendly and accommodating. This is a private lot beside their pole barn on level concrete. It fit my 30ft TT perfectly. You'll enjoy time with the horses, chickens, and cows. Great sunsets and sunrises, but better people. Felt like a bed and breakfast but you sleep in your own bed. And just about 30 minutes to Mammoth Cave.
TravelerIt was ok for the night, we took the last spot cause it gave us barely 1 bar on Verizon enough to make a call & barely scroll Facebook bathroom and shower house was dirty so avoided that but nice for a spot and cheap
ScoutClean, friendly, great dog park
RangerThe sites are smaller than the photos show. Some are very uneven. Yes you can walk to the visitors center, depending where you are camped its almost a mile one way. (For those who have difficulty walking) The showers are not wheelchair accessible. Coin showers, but definitely hot. I had NO Verizon service at campsite.
GuideIf you want to be near the cave entrances and popular trails this is a great spot. Stayed in loop A and the bathroom was super clean. Can get noisy due to the road right next to the campsite.
TravelerPrioritize money over safety of guests, period. Focus on seasonal money over long-term gas period management has literally said, we don't like these people, we realize you don't like these people, but we need their money, so get along with them. This is what they tell their permanent people to deal with during the summer when there are drunks. Literally had golf carts with unsupervised kids going past the house, over 300 notifications. Normal traffic is about 100, just on the weekend. Drunks on boats. Management is two-faced. They are so focused on making it a bougie place since they took over four and a half, five years ago, that they no longer care about making sure that they have a community that cares about each other. They have three communities. They have permanent communities who care about the park and get together and look out for each other. Then they have seasonal people who are drunk, don't care, don't follow the rules. And then they have work groups who they prioritize over residents and people who have picked up, cleaned the park, cared about the park, and don't want to see toddlers get run over by kids on golf carts like last summer. Every summer, it is nuts. There's no quiet anytime anymore, even in the dead of winter. This place is nuts. Overpriced. If you get anything in permission, like I did, get it in writing or management will use it to throw you out. I had permission for what I was doing. I'd done it for three years, and they prioritized a group of project workers that will be gone in a few months over a long-term resident who is disabled, not available to meet, not arguing with a neighbor who's a child, and lied three times in the middle of our own private conversation and ran to management with lies.
GuideVery beautiful and peaceful. The lake water is on point. All clean and well maintained
Campsites near Glasgow, Kentucky include diverse options surrounding Green River Lake and Nolin River Lake, with elevations between 680-720 feet above sea level. Most recreation areas stay open seasonally from April through October when temperatures range from 70-90°F during peak summer months. Water temperatures in both lakes typically reach the mid-70s by June, making them popular for swimming and boating activities.
Fishing from shore or boat: At Holmes Bend on Green River Lake, visitors can find excellent shoreline fishing spots. "Lots of deer and turtles and birds. The beach is great and right next to the marina," notes Thomas R., highlighting the accessibility of water activities within walking distance of most sites.
Hiking nearby trails: Holmes Bend offers several miles of hiking opportunities. "The best are the hiking trails. It's a short drive or walk thru the woods to trail head. Fishers bend has over 5 miles of trails," reports Kenny P., who frequently visits the area.
Kayaking on calm waters: Moutardier Campground provides direct lake access ideal for paddlers. "We kayaked around the lake which was very enjoyable - saw ducks, and birds such as a grey heron. Also lots of fish jumping," shares Pawsfuradventure T., who recommends early morning paddling before motorboat traffic increases.
Beach swimming: Wilson Creek Recreation Area features a natural beach area. "You're only a short walk from the beach which is nice," explains Jessica C., who appreciates the proximity to camping areas.
Spacious lakefront sites: Wax Campground offers premium waterfront access. "Some of the nicest shower houses, cleanest sites and nice shade. Even when the campground was full over the holiday week, you didn't know you had neighbors!" reports Laura O., who visited during a busy period.
Halloween festivities: Moutardier Campground hosts special seasonal events. "Family friendly Halloween fun. Has a decorating contest with trick or treat in the campground. Safe and clean with lots of restrooms and lake front sites," shares Laura O., highlighting activities beyond standard camping.
Clean facilities: Cave Country RV Campground maintains high cleanliness standards. "The dog park was just a run area but fairly large with a covered seating area at one end and the pups loved using it. It was also very clean and either visitors clean up well or the staff take good care of the property," notes Marshall P.
Peaceful settings: Smith Ridge Green River Lake provides quiet camping environments. "Overall it's a very nice, clean campground. We were in A2 and it was a little closer to the road than we expected," reports Todd C., who still gave the campground 4 stars despite minor site placement issues.
Limited cell service: Many lakeside campgrounds have spotty connectivity. "No signal at all on my phone or my husband phone but it was okay. Over all had a great time," writes Linda T. about her stay at Dog Creek Campground.
Seasonal operation: Most Corps of Engineers campgrounds operate from May through September. Holmes Bend typically opens "April 18 to October 26," providing slightly more extended seasonal access than other facilities.
Train noise: Some campgrounds near Cave City experience railroad disturbances. "Off the freeway and very convenient. Very clean. Great dog park. Do not camp close to the railroad tracks. Loud horns in the middle of the night," warns Thomas R. about Cave Country RV Campground.
Power limitations: Several campgrounds have electrical constraints. "We had an issue with our electric pole showing a fault on both the 30 and 50 amp plug. We informed the attendants as soon as we plugged in and were told they didn't have anyone on call until the next morning," shares Beth H. about her Holmes Bend experience.
Playground access: Singing Hills RV Park provides family-oriented facilities. "It's a small campground, but great for families. The owners are nice, friendly people who take great care of their park," comments Nomadic L., highlighting the kid-friendly atmosphere.
Fishing opportunities: Green River Lake offers beginner-friendly fishing. "I am currently here and I gotta say I am impressed. The bathrooms are clean, I am not close to my neighboring campers, the parking spots are huge, and it's a great area to walk around," writes Maze M. about Smith Ridge.
Beach swimming: Wilson Creek provides a natural swimming area. "We've camped here multiple times. There are only about 6 or 7 campsites for primitive camping, so it's very quiet. You're also only a short walk from the beach which is nice," shares Jessica C.
Security patrols: Some campgrounds feature regular security checks. "The area is also patrolled at random hours throughout the night to make you feel a little safer, which is nice," notes Jessica C. about Wilson Creek, making it appropriate for families concerned about safety.
Site selection importance: For RV sites near Glasgow, Kentucky, selecting the right location makes a significant difference. "Site selection is all important at this campsite. Some have wonderful lake access, shade, and a bit of seclusion. Others no trees, no lake, in the middle of everyone. Section C has some of the nicer sites," advises Casey C. about Dog Creek Campground.
Leveling challenges: Some RV pads require additional equipment. "Gravel pads are typically fairly level; water and electric at all but tent sites. Grass way overdue for cutting making it extra buggy," mentions Dennis G. about Dog Creek Campground, suggesting bringing leveling blocks.
Utility sharing: At certain campgrounds, utilities connect between sites. "Water spigots are also shared, which means you'll have low water pressure if you're both using water simultaneously," notes a reviewer about Diamond Caverns RV Resort.
Late check-out benefits: Some parks offer extended departure times. "They have late check in and check out (5p) which is nice if you wanted to spend the morning on the lake or hiking," shares Faith J. about Wax Campground, allowing RVers to maximize their stay without rushing.
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