13 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Kendall Campground's waterfront sites accommodate pets with well-maintained facilities along the Cumberland River. The campground features spacious, shaded campsites with electric hookups and fire rings where pets can join their owners. Lake Cumberland State Resort Park also welcomes pets at their RV sites and select cabins. Most pet-friendly areas require dogs to remain leashed when outside the camping unit, with designated pet waste stations throughout the grounds. The clean, quiet environment provides ample room for pets to enjoy the outdoors while still maintaining campground etiquette. Campground bathhouses are regularly cleaned, and many sites offer enough privacy for pets to relax without disturbing neighbors. Ticks can be prevalent in certain seasons, so pet owners should come prepared with appropriate prevention.
Dogs can explore several hiking opportunities around the camping areas, including the Cumberland State Scenic Trail accessible from Lake Cumberland State Park. The Wolf Creek Fish Hatchery adjacent to Kendall Campground offers paved pathways perfect for dog walking, with the man-made trout stream providing interesting sights and smells for canine companions. Deer are abundant throughout these areas, so keeping dogs leashed is essential for wildlife protection. For pet supplies, Jamestown is nearby with basic services. The annex portion of Kendall Campground provides excellent bicycle routes for exercising dogs, with minimal vehicle traffic making it safer for pets and owners to enjoy outdoor activities together. The river access points allow dogs to cool off during warmer months, though owners should be mindful of water conditions, especially when the dam releases water.
"Outside Jamestown,Ky on Rt 127 it is easy to find and well worth the drive. The Wolf Creek Fish Hatchery is in the same area below the dam of Lake Cumberland."
"In addition the site offered plenty of space for chairs to socialize and faces into the surrounding foliage versus the RV next door. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $16 - $60 / night
"Lake Cumberland State Resort Park is right outside Jamestown, Ky. Easily accessible and on the way to or from Daniel Boone National Forest. First there are plenty of things to do."
"We did drive around the campground area though for future reference and were not sad about our choice to stay in the lodge."
Available this weekend
from $25 - $40 / night
"I loved the views of the lake and the fact that the campground is very secluded. Great place for family fun!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $22 - $50 / night
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from $39 - $50 / night
"The campground is close to Lake Cumberland which is a beautiful very large man made lake. The campground itself has nice and clean bathrooms and showers and the staff is very nice and friendly."
"There are hiking trails near the entrance of the camp. There is several different types of camp areas ranging from primitive to cabins."
"The trails are varied and pretty cool. They twist and turn and cross creeks and hill tops."
"It has 10 sites that are spread out on kind of a peninsula sticking out in the lake. It is up on a hill,so the walk to lake is a hefty one from some of the sites."
"LOTS of trails and hiking spots. Water and electric hookups. Will be back again"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $35 / night
"We love this location and property! This lodge offers all the amenities of home, while still being deep in nature. So close to hiking, activities and water fun!"
from $500 / night
from $75 - $95 / night
"Check out the hiking trails close by! Book your stay today and leave them some love."
from $50 - $160 / night
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.
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.
TravelerThe lakes are way low, so our lakeside campsite was not really. With no flow, the lake stunk and had a slimey feel. Too many motors to paddle, too loud, no privacy. I’ll not visit this one again.
ScoutMost of the camp sites on the Clifty side are small and right on top of each other, except one- T-49. T-49 is off by itself and its big and private. There is a trail head (12) right next to the site, which was great. Its about a 1.5 mile hike, moderately difficult. This site is also not too far from the bathrooms, which were very clean. You can fill up a water can in the bathroom. We have At&t and had no service at the camp site. Lastly, there is plenty of fire wood at the site if you're willing to process it. So long as it has not rained recently, no need to buy fire wood. 5 stars for sure!
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.
ScoutWe stopped here for an overnight traveling to Charleston, South Carolina. The sites were very nice. Staff very friendly. Very clean. Would recommend
GuideThe bathrooms are very clean well lit.
GuideThe place is full of activities for all of the family. A nice list of amenities including fishing kayaking playgrounds and disc golf.
GuideA beautiful well maintained state park. Would have got 5 stars but no electricity at sites due to flooding and the warnings online made it sound like it was just a few sites affected but we had a generator so it all worked out definitely worth a visit
Cumberland River camping areas near Jamestown, Kentucky offer multiple options for visitors with pets. Situated along the Wolf Creek Dam and Lake Cumberland, these campgrounds range from 700 to 1,000 feet in elevation with mild spring and fall temperatures averaging 60-75°F. Summer months can reach 90°F with high humidity levels, making waterfront sites particularly desirable for pet owners.
Trout fishing opportunities: Kendall Campground offers excellent fishing access right from camp. "Fish the river for trout, walleye and stripers or go upon the lake for a joy ride," writes Kenny P., who has been visiting for years. The Wolf Creek Fish Hatchery is adjacent to the campground.
Hiking with dogs: The surrounding area features several trails of varying difficulty levels. "The walking trails around the brooke and campground were easy enough even for someone with limited mobility," notes T.S., who stayed at Kendall Campground. These trails provide exercise options for both pets and owners.
Bicycle routes: For active dog owners, the road system around Lake Cumberland State Resort Park offers good cycling options. "The park is super hilly and very spread out," according to Ronnie C., making it challenging but rewarding for dogs that need significant exercise.
Waterfront access: Many campers appreciate the lake and river proximity for cooling off with pets. At Cumberland Point Campground, "the views of the lake" are frequently mentioned as a highlight, with sites "up on a hill, so the walk to lake is a hefty one from some of the sites," according to Karen P.
Wildlife viewing: "We had daily deer visitors at our site," reports a Kendall Campground visitor, making morning and evening walks with pets more interesting. Wildlife sightings are common throughout the area campgrounds.
Quiet atmosphere: During off-peak times, the camping areas provide peaceful surroundings. "Great campground when not busy. Sites right next to each other. We were the only ones there the night we were there and it was really lovely," notes Monika L. about Cumberland Point Campground.
Seasonal considerations: The region has distinct camping seasons with facility limitations. "After labor day & b4 memorial day best time to go," advises Benjamin M. about Cumberland Point. Most campgrounds operate at reduced capacity or close entirely in winter months.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds require navigating challenging roads. At Fall Creek Campground, "the ramp is a steep grade as are most of the ramps at this lake," according to Karen P., something to consider when bringing pets and equipment.
Shower facilities: Bathroom and shower quality varies widely between campgrounds. At Pulaski County Park, one camper noted "showers are so outdated and barley cleaned and just gross," while another mentioned improvements: "They have made several improvements since then and it is a lot better."
Swimming options: Lake areas provide swimming opportunities for families with pets. Pulaski County Park features "a small beach area" and "great beach access," according to reviews, though pet restrictions may apply at designated swimming areas.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children near pet-friendly sites. "There's many places for kids to play, a basketball court, volleyball court, disk golf, and a small beach area," notes Anna C. about Pulaski County Park.
Cabin alternatives: For families wanting pet-friendly accommodations without tenting, options exist. "We rented a cabin during the off-season and our cabin was cute - very old fashioned," reports Angela C. about Lake Cumberland State Resort Park, though availability for pets varies by cabin.
Site layout challenges: Many RV sites have awkward utility placements. "Take an extra power cord. Electric and water are laid out poorly and we had to purchase an extra cord," advises Travis S. about Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.
Leveling requirements: Old Chimney RV Park offers "FHU and good WiFi throughout the grounds. Limited shaded sites," according to Paul M., but like many area campgrounds, preparation for leveling is essential due to the hilly terrain.
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. "There is a dump station on site," notes Karen P. about Fall Creek Campground, an important consideration for RVers planning extended stays with pets.
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