RV parks near La Grange, Kentucky provide access to the Salt and Kentucky River watersheds at elevations between 500-900 feet. Most campgrounds in this region experience a humid subtropical climate with hot summers reaching 90°F and mild winters where temperatures rarely drop below 20°F. Water-based activities dominate during summer months when campground occupancy reaches 70-90%.
What to do
Water recreation on Kentucky River: Cummins Ferry RV Park offers boat launches, docks for fishing, and river access. "Beautiful river front campground that is peaceful. There is a boat ramp (perfect for my kayak), docks to go fishing off of, lots of nature and trails," notes Jenn N. The park includes riverfront trails for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Fishing opportunities: Camp on the Kentucky provides access to river fishing with tent sites starting at $17 per night. The campground features riverside spots where anglers regularly catch sizable fish. "Very nice little family ran campground. Small with limited amount of sites. However, beautiful view of the river and the owners have that down to earth southern hospitality," reports Gem S.
Live entertainment: Weekend activities at several parks include scheduled events. Elkhorn Creek RV Park hosts live music on Saturday nights with food trucks, while Cummins Ferry offers similar weekend gatherings. "The river and waterfall makes it feel like a tranquil place. The walking trail by the river is nice, we walked it almost every day. Live music and food trucks every Saturday are a nice touch!" shares Whistle P.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Follow the River RV Resort maintains high-quality restrooms and showers that impress guests. "Very friendly staff. The bathrooms having regular working toilets and showers. The bathrooms are very nice," shares Jessica G. The camp store stocks essentials and the grounds include volleyball courts and a dog park.
Level concrete pads: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained sites at Follow the River RV Resort, which feature concrete pads and shade trees. "Mostly level concrete pads, nice picnic table & fire ring. Internet, meh. Typical. We bring our own wifi (T-Mobile was fine)," explains Alan B. The park maintains good shade coverage with "a tree for shade at every lot."
Natural surroundings: Three Springs Campground provides a secluded woodland setting with hiking trails. "It is on a beautiful piece of land with wooded acres all around. It is quiet and peaceful with a true camping vibe. It has 3 beautiful hiking trails," explains one visitor. The property includes a small fishing pond with fountain and wooded sites.
What you should know
Cell service: Connectivity varies by location and carrier. At Follow the River RV Resort, T-Mobile users report good coverage, allowing campers to bring their own WiFi hotspots. "Internet, meh. Typical. We bring our own wifi (T-Mobile was fine)," notes one camper.
Site privacy: Campsite spacing differs significantly between parks. At Three Springs Campground, some sites lack privacy: "Unfortunately I couldn't find any pictures online of the sites so the one we got was not private. We stayed at site #4 and it is best suited for a group of friends because your neighbors are 10-15 yards away with no trees or anything in between."
Terrain challenges: Taylorsville Lake State Park has uneven terrain in some areas. "It was far from flat, and the space provided for the picnic table was pretty much unusable. Just about every other site there looked amazing though," reports one camper about site P02. Similarly, at Cummins Ferry, "The sites here are not level. We used our normal 2x green blocks for the Jack, but needed all 10 of our leveling blocks, plus 8 paving stones to get the appropriate height."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Follow the River RV Resort includes dedicated play areas and activities for children. "There is a pool, volleyball courts and a dog park," explains Jessica G. Other reviewers mention "kids playground" among the amenities that make this resort family-friendly.
Fishing for kids: Three Springs Campground offers a stocked pond suitable for young anglers. "A small water hole for catch-and-release fishing," notes one visitor. Families with children can fish without needing boat access, making it accessible for beginners.
Weekend activities: Elkhorn Creek RV Park schedules regular weekend entertainment suitable for all ages. "It was perfect for our kids and dogs. Kids were none stop walking the dogs, and scootering up and down the road. Everyone was so kind, there was even live music!" shares Josh S. The park maintains two play areas and a pool.
Tips from RVers
Water pressure considerations: Whispering Hills RV Park requires pressure regulators due to high water pressure. "The water pressure was quite high (70 psi) according to the worker at the campground so make sure to have a water pressure regulator," advises Martin M.
Seasonal booking: Taylorsville Lake State Park Campground operates from April through mid-December only, requiring advance planning. During peak summer weekends, occupancy can reach 90%. "We visited in July for my son's birthday party. We were near the restroom facilities which were very clean. The camping area was recently mowed," shares Heather K.
Leveling requirements: Bring extra leveling equipment when camping at Cummins Ferry. "The sites here are not level. We used our normal 2x green blocks for the Jack, but needed all 10 of our leveling blocks, plus 8 paving stones to get the appropriate height," reports Whistle P., highlighting the importance of coming prepared with adequate leveling gear.
