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Lake Cumberland RV Park offers year-round full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections for motorhomes and travel trailers. The park features big-rig friendly pull-through rv pads, picnic tables, and trash service near Bronston, Kentucky. A visitor commented that it provides "close transportation from the RV park to the dock" with convenient access to lake activities. Old Chimney RV Park in Jamestown maintains 20 RV sites with both 50-amp and 30-amp electric hookups, water, and sewer connections on gravel pads. Cumberland Falls RV Resort near Parkers Lake accommodates larger motorhomes with 26 full-service sites in a wooded setting.
Several RV campgrounds around Lake Cumberland offer varying levels of amenities and seasonal availability. Holmes Bend Campground operates from April through October with electric and water hookups, though some reviewers note that "spaces and turns would be tight for larger rigs." Pike's Ridge on Green River Lake provides lakefront motorhome sites with electric and water connections, but lacks shower facilities. The campground roads throughout the region are generally paved, though many RV pads are gravel surfaces that can become muddy after rain. Dump stations are available at most Corps of Engineers campgrounds, including Holmes Bend and Pike's Ridge. Cell service varies by location, with many reviewers reporting 3-bar service for Verizon and AT&T in the Holmes Bend area.
"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"
"Playgrounds are cleaned everyday. Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds. The beach is great and right next to the marina."
from $20 - $36 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $20 - $36 / night
Check Availability"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"
"Nearby there are historic sites and lots of hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking at Green River Lake State Park.** Yay: nice big campsites
**Nay: All the RV sites are extremely open so there"
"Staff as always been very friendly, sites are very spacious, there are trails for hiking, a playground and a beach."
from $20 - $36 / night
Check Availability"Close to State Dock and free transportation from the RV park to the dock. Wooded area and facilities were very good."
"Found this campground on the map near Haneys Appledale Farm in Nancy Kentucky. Nice, new, “shiny” campground. The owner was extremely friendly and we spoke briefly about the place."
from $49 / night
Check Availability"FHU and good WiFi throughout the grounds. Limited shaded sites. No showers or bathrooms."
from $39 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Friendly staff and plenty of Amenities."
"Friendly people very nice quiet atmosphere"
"Just opening in July 2025, Every site comes with full hookups, making it super convenient for all your RV needs."
"We enjoyed the full moon view over a peaceful fire (they have firewood available). Woke up to incredible tall trees all around us with colorful fall leaves. It was exactly what we needed."
from $69 - $79 / night
Check Availability"It has nice amenities and the owners live on site which is good. The sites are large and the one I had offered privacy. I'd stay again. Very pretty and close to Dale Hollow Lake."
from $25 - $75 / night
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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
GuideThe sites are pretty spacious, varying degrees of level, but the park is well maintained with beautiful flowers, clean bath houses, friendly staff. I'm disappointed we were just doing an overnight here as I would have liked to have gone to the pool and done some hiking. Overall a great experience. I was a little concerned when the youngsters in the park were still running amok at 10:15pm, but then realized quiet hour isn't until 11... and little later than I would have preferred, but they were having fun and things did get quiet around 10:30pm. If you don't want that, I might suggest not picking a site right across from the main playground. I would definitely stay here again. They also have a couple of adorable cottages available too.
TravelerThe campground was nice and quiet, hardly any people especially on the 4th of July holiday weekend. Campground bathrooms were clean.
The Lake Cumberland region of Kentucky offers camping opportunities near one of the largest reservoirs in the United States, covering over 65,000 acres with 1,255 miles of shoreline. Several campgrounds and rv parks near Lake Cumberland operate through multiple seasons, with water levels typically highest in late spring and early summer after seasonal rains.
Hiking trails access: Holmes Bend Campground connects to over 5 miles of wilderness trails. "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," explains Kenny P. from Holmes Bend Campground.
Lake swimming options: Wilson Creek Recreation Area provides primitive camping with easy lake access. "You're also only a short walk from the beach which is nice. The area is also patrolled at random hours throughout the night to make you feel a little safer," notes Jessica C. from Wilson Creek.
Fishing opportunities: Green River Lake offers excellent bank fishing. "I gave Smith Ridge 5 stars because it offers a lot of great fishing spots and beautiful views. There isn't but maybe one trail there, and it's unmarked," shares Jessica C. from COE Green River Lake Smith Ridge.
Visit nearby attractions: Several campgrounds serve as base camps for regional attractions. "Found this campground on the map near Haneys Appledale Farm in Nancy Kentucky," mentions Shelly S. from Off The Hook RV Campground, highlighting local farm experiences available nearby.
Spacious campsites: Many rv parks Lake Cumberland area feature generous site dimensions. "The campground was exceptional in quite setting, playground for the grandkids, near Green River lake," notes Ron B. about Holmes Bend. Another camper adds about Smith Ridge: "The parking spots are huge, and it's a great area to walk around."
Clean facilities: Regular maintenance is common at established campgrounds. "Paved roadways great for biking and walking. Bath houses are cleaned thoroughly every morning. Playgrounds are cleaned everyday," reports Thomas R. from Holmes Bend.
Wildlife viewing: Natural settings provide wildlife observation opportunities. "Walking around you will find wildlife. Lots of deer and turtles and birds," mentions Thomas R. about Holmes Bend Campground.
Waterfront locations: Direct lake access ranks highly among campers. "The best campground on GRL!!! Only flaw.... no showers!" says Kenny P. about Pikes Ridge on Green River Lake, highlighting the trade-off between prime waterfront locations and amenity limitations.
Cell service variations: Connectivity changes significantly between campgrounds. "Decent weekend trip for us despite the issues. Cell service varies with Verizon and AT&T," notes Beth H. about Holmes Bend, while Todd C. reports about Smith Ridge: "Practically no cell service with Verizon or AT&T."
Power reliability concerns: Some campgrounds experience electrical issues. "We did have 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," details Beth H.
Site selection strategy: Consider shade needs when booking. According to John about Pikes Ridge - Green River Lake: "Only negatives are no showers and not much shade unless you get a site on the edge of the woods."
Seasonal availability: Many campgrounds operate limited schedules. Smith Ridge operates "May 16 to September 14" while Holmes Bend runs "April 18 to October 26," requiring advance planning for off-season visits.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "There is an AWESOME playground and pavilion set back in the trees! My grand loved the ropes course," shares Shelly S. about Off The Hook RV Campground.
Beach proximity: Consider distance to swimming areas when booking with children. Kenny P. notes about Smith Ridge: "Only down fall is if you want to swim you'll have to drive about a mile to the swimming area."
Prepare for ground conditions: Surface materials affect play areas. "Playground has red clay dirt, so that was a bit messy," warns Beth H. about Cumberland Falls RV Resort, a detail parents should note when packing.
Security features: Some campgrounds offer increased patrol presence. A camper reports about Wilson Creek: "The area is also patrolled at random hours throughout the night to make you feel a little safer, which is nice," providing peace of mind for families.
Parking restrictions: Holmes Bend limits parking areas. "They won't let you park in the grass so boats have to parked out front of campground," advises Kenny P., important information for those bringing watercraft.
Site backing challenges: Some campgrounds present maneuvering difficulties. "Our campsite had two stumps there were hard to work around when backing up the camper in the dark," mentions Christina S. about Smith Ridge.
New options emerging: Several newer RV parks offer updated amenities. "Just opening in July 2025, Every site comes with full hookups, making it super convenient for all your RV needs. The entire park is laid out with beautiful asphalt, which not only looks great but also provides a smooth surface for parking," reports Kara A. about McDermit RV Park.
Access road considerations: Entry roads vary between campgrounds. "Easy to get to with loads of appeal. Most sites are spaced apart but close enough to make new friends like we did," shares Thomas R. about Holmes Bend, noting the accessible approach roads.
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