Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hopkinsville, KY

RJourney Clarksville RV Resort welcomes pets with spacious sites and grassy areas for dog walking, offering level pull-through spots with full hookups. Located just off I-24, this campground maintains clean facilities with a swimming pool, volleyball court, and playground for families traveling with pets. The well-maintained grounds feature shade trees at many sites, providing comfortable spaces for pets during hot summer months. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and Lake Barkley State Resort Park also accommodate pets with various lodging options including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements to ensure safety of all guests. The bathhouse areas remain consistently clean, an important consideration for campers with dogs who need to rinse off after outdoor activities.

Many campgrounds near Hopkinsville provide grassy exercise areas where pets can stretch their legs after traveling. Military Park Eagle's Rest Army Travel Camp features fields suitable for dog play when not being used for events, with reviewers noting frequent deer sightings that might interest leashed pets. Highway noise can be a consideration at certain properties like Clarksville RV Resort, particularly important for pets sensitive to sound. Spring Creek Campground provides additional pet-friendly camping options with full hookup sites that accommodate both tent and RV campers. Local wildlife encounters require keeping pets secured, especially during dawn and dusk hours when deer activity increases. Seasonal variations affect pet comfort, with most campgrounds open from spring through fall offering shade coverage important for summer camping with dogs.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hopkinsville, Kentucky (97)

    1. RJourney Clarksville RV Resort

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

    $49 - $75 / night

    "Play area, pool and dog park. Site pretty level. Quiet"

    "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"

    2. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Dawson Springs, KY
    22 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."

    "SOME PLACES U GO DOGS ACTING CRAZY,KIDS EVERYWERE..LOUD MUSIC .OR PEOPLE ITS REALLY A GREAT PLACE .STAFF IS GREAT .CLEAN BATHROOMS .NICE CAMP SITES ."

    3. Military Park Eagle's Rest Army Travel Camp Fort Campbell

    4 Reviews
    Clarksville, TN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 798-2175

    $25 - $28 / night

    "Nice areas to walk and field to play with the dogs when its not being used. The dumpsters do get full quick with non campers using the field and pavilion for events."

    "We brought our camper here to visit family living at the Fort Campbell base, I don’t like that you can’t reserve a spot ahead of time especially since it was an 8 hour drive, but thankfully we did find"

    4. Spring Creek Campground

    6 Reviews
    Clarksville, TN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 648-0280

    $26 - $44 / night

    "Make sure to ask about what breeds of dogs they allow. Couldn’t stay due to my German Shepherd mix. Really wanted to though. Gave it 4 stars for the set up. Cozy little place next to a creek."

    "Hear a little bit of highway noise but the beauty and peace far outweighed that."

    5. Lake Barkley State Resort Park

    19 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-1131

    $17 - $25 / night

    "the staff was helpful and friendly. the park had a great beach area. make sure you have extension cords and hoses as the utilities are positioned in between two sites. i only gave it 4 stars because of"

    "Although this is a remote campground, it is situated in a State RESORT park, so it is more like glamping."

    6. Hurricane Creek

    19 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 522-8821

    $16 - $32 / night

    "Hurricane Creek is off of Rt 274 in Kentucky on the east side of Land Between The Lakes."

    "Quiet and well shaded, we had a spot close to the water and absolutely loved it.  Everyone was friendly and it was very relaxing. "

    7. Clarksville RV Resort by Rjourney

    1 Review
    Clarksville, TN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 774-7710

    8. Energy Lake Campground

    19 Reviews
    Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, KY
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 924-2270

    "We have two small kids and were with family (in adjacent D4) so we really hoped for a site with flat space for the kids to play in, but there was absolutely no grassy area."

    "Each loop has its own restroom/shower house and all are near the lake( some closer then others) canoe rental or bring your own, basketball court and playground as well as swimming area."

    9. Bumpus Mills

    8 Reviews
    Bumpus Mills, TN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 362-4236

    $28 - $30 / night

    "Great little campground close to the Bumpus Mills Marina. Electric and water hookups with dump site at the entry/exit."

    "Several sites are on the water and the rest are near it.  Great for boating or kayaking. Nice bath/showerhouse if you need it.

    Lots of shade!"

    10. KOA Campground Kentucky Lakes Prizer Point

    14 Reviews
    Cadiz, KY
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 522-3762

    "Love that it’s dog friendly. Very clean and updated with more improvements in the works. Looking forward to visiting again this summer!"

    "You can't beat having a lake next to you while you are camping. This is something my family and I always look for when we are camping. Water is always a great place to entertain the kids and family."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Hopkinsville, KY

636 Reviews of 97 Hopkinsville Campgrounds


  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2017

    Prizer Point Marina & Resort

    No Yogi

    Prizer Point KOA and Marina is your basic camp away from home with all those modern conveniences.

    Water all around (peninsula) so water sports of course. A swimming pool, playground, bouncy/jumpy thing, pedal car area, dog park, the list goes on.

    The Rv style sites were very well situated on the water side loop, realize there is not much privacy. The primitive camp area looked a little frolorn and long in the grass, plus it is a walk to entertainment and the water. There is new construction going on, so reservation maybe easier to get. And there you are , Reserve ahead for prime locations, they are booked through August on the weekends.

  • D
    Jul. 31, 2018

    RJourney Clarksville RV Resort

    Clean and nice

    Lady running the place was friendly and helpful. Park was very very clean. Bathrooms were very clean and showers had locking stall doors. Play area, pool and dog park. Site pretty level. Quiet

  • Shy-Anne W.
    Oct. 14, 2020

    Piney Campground

    Nice!

    Nice campground. Clean, pet friendly. A lot of sites! Access to lakes. Saw a lot of wildlife for such a big campground with lots of people traffic.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Clarksville RV Resort by Rjourney

    Okay for a Short Stay

    The campground(CG) is easy to get to off I-24. We checked in and proceeded unescorted to site 22 with FHUs. The utilities are centered on the gravel pad and it was nice to have two sewer holes as our rig has two black tanks. We needed to flush each tank well, as we were heading to our home base near St. Louis. The water pressure was good at 50 psi and we got 3 bars 5G. There are a lot of mature trees so satellite may be iffy. We did not put out our Starlink for this one-night stay. Their free WiFi was okay. They accommodate both short stays, transient workers, and permanent parties. Not sure we’d call this place a“resort,” but they do have a small dog park, pool, laundry, dump station, and propane fills. This was our second time overnighting at this park. The first time we were closer to the interstate and this time we were at the front of the CG. It did not matter as this CG has the most interstate noise of any we’ve stayed.

  • Staci R.
    Aug. 15, 2017

    Fenton Lake Access - DFWR

    Lake Access Only, not the Campground

    Fenton Campground and Lake access are in the same general location, but are actually separate. The ramp, floating dock and dike that allows access to Kentucky Lake is a favorite among locals, as it puts you about mid lake (N-S), and Kentucky Lake has some of the cleanest waters and the largest fish of any place. This area is always busy, 24/7, pretty much year round. There is a vault toilet, the campground is just east a bit, there is plenty of parking for trucks and trailers. The new Fenton bridge is a four lane bridge, with a walking/bike path that is a start/end point for the Hardwoods Trail, which goes east-west across Land Between the Lakes.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 28, 2017

    Hurricane Creek

    Me likely..

    Hurricane Creek is off of Rt 274 in Kentucky on the east side of Land Between The Lakes.

    The campground is tucked away in its own little area with lots of shade trees and it's very own boat ramp. The sites are close but not stacked on top of each other.

    the RV sites are both next to and near the water. You can park your water craft nearby. There are also several sites up in the trees, some back in, some pull through. It is an older area so the pavement is not all flat and pretty.

    The tent sites are walk in, from the boat ramp parking area. Shaded and accessorized with tables, and fire rings. There were a few that tree tents would work well on.

    The shower house is a little bit of a walk, but centrally located for the entire campground.

    Overall a nice , quiet area, I will definitely be back.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2018

    Sugar Bay Campground

    Call of the wild

    Ranger Review: Renogy Backpack at Sugar Bay dispersed campground(dc), Land Between The Lakes(LBL), Ky

    Campground Review: Sugar Bay dc is cement picnic tables and fire rings strategically placed throughout the woods adjacent a boat ramp at the end of forest road(FR)140.

    There is a porta-john near the lake level sites and a pit toilet near the hill side sites. You can also set up camp in several mowed areas in the same area as long as you have your annual dispersed permit ($30 a year).

    No frills camping at its best to include a few locals who look like they live in them there woods ;)

    1st night we were there, after we had been asleep for about an hour the local coyotes announced their presence with a rather loud and nearby chorus of howls. Which was then answered on the far side of our campsite by more coyotes. Needless to say the dogs were quite vocal in their reply. We could hear (between dog barks) the pack moving on the hillside above us. I kept a careful eye on the smaller dogs when we went out to pee during the night. The following nights as the campsite filled with other campers we did not hear the coyotes again.

    The LBL North/South trail meanders through the area and can easily be found off the side of FR140 about 1/4 mile up from the dc. The trail crosses the gravel road and currently is detoured from it’s original route. The N/S Trail runs the length of LBL from Kuttawa, Ky area to the South end near Dover, Tn. It would be a good practice trail for through hikers.

    Also in the area is the Turkey Bay OHV Area and the Wranglers Campground. An off-road vehicle and horseback riders idea of a fun place to spend the weekend. Both with campgrounds and inclusive trails.

    And of course there are the water sports on the lake. Another nice feature in the Sugar Bay dc is the ability to anchor your watercraft right next to your campsite after you put in at the boat ramp.

    Golden Pond visitors center offers planetarium programs and there is an Elk and Bison observation area along the Trace which runs the length of LBL.

    Cadiz, Ky is about a 15 mile drive down 68/80 if you want a taste of the local cuisine and Kentucky small town flavor. Ferrell’s Famous Burgers and Antiques are a few of the attractions.

    Product Review: As a Dyrt Ranger I am given the opportunity to review products while camping. The Renogy Backpack https://www.renogy.com/I received is an innovative take on solar power collection.

    The main attraction being the solar panel which is attached via zipper to the front of the pack. HOLD ON though , this solar panel can be zipped completely off, flipped over, and zipped back on. Effectively protecting it and giving you access to another small front pocket.

    So that being said….

    PROS: 1. It’s a solar panel w/USB port for electronic charging

    2. It has plenty of pockets for your electronics

    3. The solar panel is detachable and when detached it still has a zipper compartment that can hold your electronics

    CONS: 1. The backpack is more Urban jungle then Outdoor enthusiasts designed

    2. As with any solar unit direct sunlight is the optimal charging environment....not always conducive for electronics, a power charger makes more sense.

    3. That’s all I got right now

    This would not be a Backpack I pack up and run into the woods with , that being said I would pack it up and run all over town and college with it and will.

  • Ines  M.
    Aug. 14, 2019

    Lock A

    Quiet Peaceful Campground by Cheatam Lake & Dam

    We loved our site 32 which was fully shaded all day long which was great in August given the heat and humidity. We hiked the Bicentennial Trail (13.3 miles long from start to finish) which was also shaded and with geocaches. We went with our 2 dogs and 2 kids. The boys loved the playground and the dogs appreciated the cool breeze and shade of our site. We were close to the boat ramp which made access to the water easy. There is a nearby lock and dam with another playground in walking distance. We had a fire ring, a wooden picnic table, a concrete picnic table and chairs as well as a grill. Folks were quiet and friendly. I would highly recommend it and would visit again.

  • Crystal M.
    Jul. 16, 2018

    Montgomery Bell State Park Campground

    Backcountry camping

    Camping at the Wild Cat Backcountry site is AWESOME!! It's about a 1.7 mile hike which is not too bad!! Totally secluded and enjoyable! If you're looking to decompress I would totally suggest this site!


Guide to Hopkinsville

Campgrounds near Hopkinsville, Kentucky offer diverse camping experiences within the Land Between the Lakes area, where Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley create a peninsula with over 170,000 acres of outdoor recreation. The region sits at approximately 400-600 feet elevation with a humid subtropical climate that brings hot summers with temperatures averaging 85-90°F and mild winters. Most campgrounds maintain operating seasons from March through November, with limited winter availability at select locations.

What to Do

Paddling opportunities: Energy Lake Campground provides canoe and kayak rentals for exploring the calm waters. "I love this campground as an alternative to Hillman Ferry... The no-wake lake and canoe rentals were fun," notes a visitor to Energy Lake Campground.

Hiking trails: Access multiple trail systems directly from campgrounds. "There is direct access to one of the many trails in LBL and several within easy biking or driving distance," shares a camper at Energy Lake Campground.

Wildlife viewing: Visit the Elk & Bison Prairie near campgrounds for animal sightings. "I recommend visiting the nearby Elk & Bison Prairie for $5/vehicle. We didn't see elk that day but we saw a group of bison which was really cool," mentions a reviewer at Hurricane Creek.

Water recreation: Fishing from shorelines or dedicated fishing piers at many lakeside campgrounds. "The lake was gorgeous and perfect for kayaking though, with lots of nice coves to explore and wildlife to see. I saw a doe with a spotted fawn nursing on my first trip onto the water," shares a camper at Energy Lake.

What Campers Like

Quiet locations: Many campgrounds offer peaceful settings away from busy areas. "Nice peaceful camp ground. Clean and well maintained. Can hear some road noise but generally quiet. The creek is nice and calm," notes a visitor to Spring Creek Campground.

Lakefront sites: Sites with direct lake access for easy boat launching. "We love this campground. There are about 45 sites. Camper sites have electric and water... There are about 15 waterfront sites, a playground, beach, boat ramp, and small bath house," reports a camper at Hurricane Creek.

Wooded areas: Shaded sites provide comfort during summer months. "Very shaded and decently spaced out. Water and electric only," mentions a reviewer at Lake Barkley State Resort Park.

Clean facilities: Well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. "Nice bathrooms, centrally located, cute playground and right on the water," shares an Energy Lake Campground visitor.

What You Should Know

Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain requiring extra equipment. "Sites are very sloped. Worst I've ever seen. Major drawback to this campground," cautions a camper at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park.

Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate from early spring to late fall. "This campground closes the first week of September," notes a visitor to Bumpus Mills.

Limited cell service: Reception can be spotty throughout the region. "There is spotty cell service throughout the campground," reports an Energy Lake Campground reviewer.

Utility placement: Power and water hookups may require extensions. "Electric far from pads - bring extension cord," advises a Lake Barkley camper.

Dog restrictions: Some campgrounds limit certain breeds. "Make sure to ask about what breeds of dogs they allow. Couldn't stay due to my German Shepherd mix," warns a Spring Creek visitor.

Tips for Camping with Families

Beach access: Several dog-friendly campgrounds near Hopkinsville feature swimming areas for children. "The park has a restaurant, stables & marina... There is a large sandy beach and a place to rent canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats. Also at the beach are picnic tables, grills, a playground, and concessions," notes a reviewer at Lake Barkley.

Playground options: Quality varies between campgrounds. "The playground is old with just a metal slide and swings," mentions an Energy Lake visitor, which helps parents prepare appropriate activities.

Activity planning: Schedule varied activities to keep children engaged. "We checked out the Elk and Bison Prairie, which was really cool. Nature station was really cool and we rented some canoes to explore around that area. Went to the Homeplace, which is a working farm and 'living history museum,' which the kids really loved," shares a family at Energy Lake.

Pet-friendly hiking: Many trails accommodate dogs with proper leashing. "There were a lot of grassy sites, and they were much better. When I talked to the campground host, he was very pleasant and explained that you do not have to have a horse to camp in the equestrian sites," notes a Pennyrile Forest visitor.

Tips from RVers

Hookup extensions: Bring extra-length power cords and water hoses. "Bring extension cords and hoses as the utilities are positioned in between two sites," advises a Lake Barkley camper.

Site selection: Research specific site characteristics before booking at pet-friendly campgrounds near Hopkinsville. "We could not maneuver our 36' MH into our assigned spot because of the drop off on the side of the road," shares a visitor to Bumpus Mills.

Dump station timing: Plan accordingly as some facilities have limited dumping capacity. "Only one dump site, and it's a one-sided, one port, pull-through lane, so if you go at checkout/1-2pm, expect a 2-3 RV wait to dump," notes a Hurricane Creek camper.

Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby highways. "Not a ton of privacy but not the worst I've seen," reports an Energy Lake visitor.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hopkinsville, KY is RJourney Clarksville RV Resort with a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews.

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