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Campgrounds around Livingston in eastern Kentucky range from established facilities to more rustic options in the nearby Daniel Boone National Forest. Rockcastle Riverside campground provides riverside sites with electric hookups, while the Renfro Valley KOA offers more amenities including cabins and full hookups. The S-Tree Campground in McKee provides a more primitive camping experience with vault toilets but no running water. Most developed campgrounds accommodate both tent and RV camping, with several sites offering cabin rentals for those seeking additional comfort.
Road conditions vary considerably throughout the region, with some campgrounds requiring navigation up steep hills or along rough forest roads. "This place is away from everything and I love that!! We go riding up here often," notes one camper about S-Tree Campground, highlighting the remote nature of some camping areas. The Renfro Valley KOA entrance features a notably steep access road that requires careful driving with larger vehicles. Most campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, though amenities may be limited during winter months. Cell service can be spotty in more remote forest locations, particularly at S-Tree and other primitive sites deeper in the national forest.
Waterfront camping represents a significant draw for the region, with Rockcastle Riverside earning consistent five-star reviews for its river access. Several campers specifically mentioned the peaceful riverside location as a key feature. As one visitor noted, "This camp ground is located on the gorgeous Rockcastle river. Perfect for fishing and relaxing." For those seeking more amenities, the KOA campgrounds offer features like swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities, though site sizes tend to be smaller and less private than forest service campgrounds. Families with children often prefer these more developed camping areas while outdoor enthusiasts seeking solitude gravitate toward the more remote national forest campgrounds where trail access for hiking and off-road vehicles becomes the primary attraction.
Best Campgrounds near Livingston (125)
1. Renfro Valley KOA
"Entrance and exit are a bit steep, just take it slow :)"
"Almost all paths are gravel. If it were totally full it would be tight between many spaces. Overall nice campground good location could drive 30-45 for things to do."
2. Rockcastle Riverside
"The sites are grassy right next to the river. Bathroom is clean, and there is also a small camp store."
"Sites are close to the river."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability3. S-Tree Campground
"A very well-developed camping area that caters to the off-road community. There are 2 loops for camping; loop B is still being upgraded."
"They aren't right next to the fireplace shelter, rather just around the corner. Had the place completely to myself on a thursday night/friday morning."
4. Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground
"Many activities at the park and it is also close to the birth place of Kentucky Fried Chicken. They have nice sites for larger campers and some for small units that are more shaded."
"Decent WIFI which was a big plus and, while we stayed in a full hook up site, the dump station was well positioned and easy to navigate."
5. The Farm RV Resort
"The resort has a rustic charm that makes you feel like you’re getting away from it all, yet it still provides modern amenities. One of the highlights of our stay was the peaceful atmosphere."
"We loved the nearby walking trails, community fire pit, and quiet evenings surrounded by nature. If you’re looking for a serene, well-run RV resort, The Farm RV Resort is an excellent choice!"
from $49 - $89 / night
Check Availability7. Holly Bay
"Clean bathrooms with showers in walking distance. Helpful staff. Stunning views. Great hiking paths. Bring you boats, bikes, kayaks, fishing poles and bathing suits. The water is fantastic!"
"Swim next to show, bring your pets, tie up you're boat, be around friendly people or private, primitive to big pull thru, clean, great staff, prettiest lake in KY, best camp sites with poles, shady, level"
from $46 - $92 / night
Check Availability8. Turkey Foot Campground
"There’s a privy near the campsites and a creek the runs nearby. All sites have fire rings and lamp post along with picnic tables."
"Beautiful remote location. Great moderate hiking trails. Clean 🚻."
9. Magnolia Shore
"A great spot on a beautiful lake. The fire pit was lovely with a view of the water. The covered deck is the perfect place to enjoy a book, a cup of coffee, or just the surrounding nature."
from $55 - $95 / night
Check Availability10. Westgate RV Campground
"The only problem right now is construction going on behind it, they are clearing out land to build something and they started work today at 5 in the morning."
"They have complete full utility hook ups, Wi-Fi and you can walk to several restaurants and mini mart. The mini mart also has diesel. Easy on and off to and from I-75 at Exit 41 at London KY."
from $34 - $41 / night
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Drive Time
- 53 min from Lexington, KY
- 1 hr 37 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 57 min from Elizabethtown, KY
- 2 hrs 6 min from Morristown, TN
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Recent Reviews near Livingston, KY
670 Reviews of 125 Livingston Campgrounds
- KKatlyn H.Guide
Laurel Lake Camping Resort
Family oriented
The place is full of activities for all of the family. A nice list of amenities including fishing kayaking playgrounds and disc golf.
Luke M.
ScoutMiddle Fork Campground — Natural Bridge State Resort Park
Great hiking but the campground is kinda meh
I’m glad we visited this park but I feel like calling it a “resort park” is pushing it. We visited Silver Springs State Park in Florida, and Cloudland Canyon State Park in Georgia and their amenities were much better.
Pros:
- The trails are beautiful. Natural Bridge, Chimney Rock, Princess Arch, and Grey’s Arch were all wonderful.
- The staff seems nice and willing to help
- There is a restaurant in the park and it has decent prices
Cons:
- The dryer near the bathroom was non-functional. It had a sign-up noting that it didn’t work so I know that staff knew about it. Despite that, it was not repaired during our several day trip.
- The dump station is on the main entrance to the Middle Fork Campground and it is on the right side of the road. This means you have to stop in the middle of the oncoming lane to dump your tanks. It is a really weird layout.
- The bathrooms could used better cleaning. My wife noticed pee stains on one of the toilets and it present for several days on our trip which indicates they weren’t being cleaned very well.
- The
Other thoughts:
- Site B35 is weird because you have back in past several sites to get into it. We have a camper van with a 360 cameras so this isn’t too bad for us, but it would be a pain if you had a larger rig.
Kate E.ScoutKoomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest
Really nice walk to site!
Our site was down a path about 60 steps from our parking space. The tent site area was rocky. We always use small rug runner next to our air mattress in our tent, which was a must for this site. It rained before we arrived, so we saw where water would pool near the front of the tent pad (this was two steps up from the rest of the campsite) so we set up our ten near the back. Nice big picnic table and fire pit.
Very private site with huge trees. Being August and down in a valley meant very little wind at the site so it was quite muggy as expected. Pit toilets nearby were fine. Wish there would have been a hook for our light at night. Full bathrooms were in the main loop of the campground. They were fine, not the worst we've experienced, but not the best either.
Tons of great hiking nearby (within 20 minutes or so). There was also a nice trail just off the campground near our site.
- Nan N.Guide
Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground
Very clean, beautiful park with lots of amenities
The 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.
- IIrene M.Guide
Camp Nelson RV Park
Needs updating.
A lot of permanent rundown trailers parked haphazard as the sites are not laid out nicely. Stray cats running around. Muddy at the sites. Saving grace was clean bathhouse but who ever heard of automatic showers? Wasting a lot of water.
- HHolly B.Guide
Corbin - Laurel Lake KOA
Creepy
This was the creepiest place I have ever stayed. I had all kinds of strange vibes from it. Maybe because it was raining. I don’t know. The guy who worked there was super nice. I won’t be back though.
- HHolly B.Guide
The Farm RV Resort
Very nice and clean
I only got to stay here one night passing through. I usually never use the bathrooms/showers when traveling. But when I went to check them out I decided to try them. Very clean. I’ll definitely stay here again. There weren’t many people when I stayed on a week day. So it was very peaceful and quiet. They had a nice pavilion to have a gathering at.
- WWetschScout
Cumberland Falls RV Resort
Nice hosts
Very clean and well cared for, the store is well stocked with nice extras. Shannon is very sweet.
Guide to Livingston
Camping near Livingston, Kentucky offers options from primitive sites in Daniel Boone National Forest to full-service RV parks. The region sits at elevations between 900-1,200 feet with forested terrain dominated by oak, hickory and pine. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F while winter nights often drop below freezing, requiring proper cold-weather gear during off-season camping.
What to do
Fishing access: Rockcastle Riverside offers direct access to the Rockcastle River for anglers. "This camp ground is located on the gorgeous Rockcastle river. Perfect for fishing and relaxing," notes Crystal S.
Hiking trails: The trail systems around Turkey Foot Campground provide moderate difficulty hikes through forested terrain. "Beautiful remote location. Great moderate hiking trails," says Michael, who visited during fall when leaf colors peak in late October.
Historic exploration: The area contains significant historical sites, particularly around Bee Rock. "This place has so many great historical places that it is hard to see em all. There is beautiful bridges and structures that were made almost a century ago," explains Jill R.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Holly Bay Campground receives consistent praise for spacious sites. "The sites are spaced out, large and completely shaded. There are several bathhouses and some include large sinks to wash supplies," explains Carissa D.
Free camping options: Budget-conscious campers appreciate Turkey Foot Campground's no-cost sites. "For a free campsite this was very well maintained. There's a privy near the campsites and a creek the runs nearby. All sites have fire rings and lamp post along with picnic tables," notes David M.
Water recreation: Access to swimming spots ranks high for summer visitors. "You can still walk across the bridge to get to Bee Rock and the hiking trail to the top, just can't camp over there," explains Amy R. about the Bee Rock Recreation Area.
What you should know
Road conditions: Several campgrounds require navigation on difficult roads. "The entrance to the campground is surprisingly steep," warns Fred T. about Renfro Valley KOA. Similarly, Turkey Foot Campground requires crossing a low water area that can flood during storms.
Site limitations: Many campgrounds have specific challenges with site layout. "Sites are roomy, however the roads and sites could use updating. They go from paved to gravel... There was absolutely nothing level on any of these sites," reports Douglas T. about Renfro Valley RV Park.
Seasonal availability: Some facilities close or reduce services seasonally. The Bee Rock Recreation Area has limited access: "We stayed on the non electric side (other side of the river has electric hook ups, closed til April). It was so quiet! Amazing stars, super nice sites," reports Trista.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Campgrounds with dedicated child activities rate highest for family satisfaction. "Kids enjoyed the pool, Gaga ball, playground, jumping pillow, and passport activities. Overall an excellent stay," writes Tiana K. about her family's experience at Renfro Valley KOA.
Swimming options: Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground offers swimming facilities popular with families. "In the summer season you can take a trail off of loop I that leads to the community pool to cool off," explains Joanna H., who camps there regularly.
Site selection: Families should research specific loops or sections. "We stayed in the H area. All the areas before H appeared to have sewer hookup but we didn't. Simple playground nearby as well as a basketball court," notes Travis S. about Levi Jackson.
Tips from RVers
Electric service: Different campgrounds offer varying hookup options. Some sites at S-Tree Campground have no electricity, while Renfro Valley KOA offers full hookups. "We had a 33 foot trailer and my sites 22-25 are on a hill. I could not pull through the site because of hill," warns Brian about specific KOA sites.
Leveling challenges: Many sites in the region require additional equipment for leveling. "Could not level trailer because when I got it level stairs and front stabilizers would not reach the ground," explains Brian about his experience at Renfro Valley KOA.
Waste disposal: RVers should note sanitary dump station locations and hours. Holly Bay offers a convenient dump station: "Literally the only thing it lacks is sewer hookups but the dump station is convenient," advises Travis W., who stayed in site A12.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Livingston, KY?
What camping is available near Livingston, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, Livingston, KY offers a wide range of camping options, with 125 campgrounds and RV parks near Livingston, KY and 7 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Livingston, KY?
Which is the most popular campground near Livingston, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Livingston, KY is Renfro Valley KOA with a 4.1-star rating from 14 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Livingston, KY?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Livingston, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Livingston, KY.
What parks are near Livingston, KY?
What parks are near Livingston, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 33 parks near Livingston, KY that allow camping, notably Laurel River Lake and Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.
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