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Four miles from London, Kentucky, you'll find Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground, one of several camping spots in the area. This park gives campers a good home base with hiking trails and some historical sites to check out while staying there. The Farm RV Resort has large sites with water, electric, and sewer hookups that work well for bigger rigs. Kids have things to do at The Farm, which helps parents relax more during their stay. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park sits a bit farther out but has good trails and the famous waterfall that draws many campers. You should book these campgrounds ahead of time since they fill up fast, especially on summer weekends. Many campers think spring and fall are the best seasons here with nice temperatures and pretty trees. Summer gets crowded, so definitely reserve early if you want a spot then. Some winter camping happens, but call ahead as services might be limited. At The Farm, campers gather around the community fire pit in the evenings or walk the property trails during the day. The mini-golf course at Levi Jackson gives families something fun to do together when they're not hiking. London has camping that works for both tent campers and RVers depending on what you need.
"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."
"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 Availability"Corbin n/Laurel Lake KOA First! Do not trust your navigation. Once you get off the interstate look for the KOA signs."
"Being April, it was still a little cool and we had a rain day, their are several places to go around Corbin. Take a quiet peaceful walk down the back trail to Laurel River Dam."
"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 Availability"Sadly, there is a massive amount of trash at the bottom (as you can see in the pictures posted here) which takes away from the natural appearance of the falls."
"It’s has many (12) trails and many falls. Would definitely recommend shopping before camping, it’s several miles, and mountains, to get to stores."
from $28 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Visiting Daniel Boone is like stepping back in time. A lot of history from the origins as well as the structures built."
"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."
from $8 - $12 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $34 - $41 / night
Check Availability"Staff is friendly it’s located right beside the National Forest hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking is phenomenal in this area. The sites are very clean. Shower house is huge and clean."
from $15 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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 Availability"Primitive camping if you like to really rough it with nice trails to each spot. The camp hosts comes by nightly to see if you need wood or ice."
"Close to laurel lake and close to the marina. Corbin is nearby also, where the original KFC is by the way! Also check out Cumberland falls in the area!!"
from $32 - $92 / night
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GuideThis 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.
GuideI 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.
ScoutVery clean and well cared for, the store is well stocked with nice extras. Shannon is very sweet.
ScoutWhether you’re in a tent or an RV, it’s tough to find a bad spot to Grove Campground in Daniel Boone National Forest. Sites are both spacious and well spaced. They are paved and mostly level with a gravel pad for the fire ring and picnic table - well laid out in classic USFS fashion. Located near Corbin, KY, Grove serves as a great staging location to explore the area including Laurel River Lake and Cumberland Falls State Park. Time well spent!
TravelerWe were greeted by the owner upon arrival. There are more adventures for kids at this 90 acre campground than I can list.
ScoutFriendly people very nice quiet atmosphere
GuideThere's 20 RV campsites at Ridgeline Campground. Each campsite includes 30 amp electric and water hookup. The campsites are spacious but small, not suitable for big rigs. The road and campsite are paved. Trails are present in the park for humans and horses. Playground located in the center of loop at the end of road, directly across from RV sites 17 - 20. Grocery/Camp store, laundry, bathhouse, and dump station on premises.
GuideAn awesome, secluded spot! Each site includes a picnic table, tent section, lantern post, and a ringed in fire pit with a rotatable grill. They are all mostly graveled in too. The creek is close and fun to explore and there is nice shade throughout. The fellow campers we had were great and not loud, however, the space does echo quite a bit, so if you were to good some rude campers, you would almost definitely hear them. There is also no cell service (which for me is kind of a plus).
Free is free, so it’s that’s also a great plus. If you choose to visit just make sure to keep it clean!
GuideOverall I had a great one day get away at this sight. Two issues, Both of the primitive spots are by the road, and the other park goers are some of the least respectful, loud and and plan mean people I have ever been around. In contrast, the park managers are very nice and helpful.
But for example, a car wrecked really close to my campsite at 1 am, people blasted music well past midnight, a car alarm went off around 2 am and then, the family of said car alarm, starting loudly arguing for 30 straight minutes at a volume that everyone could hear. This all happened in one night.
I bet if you go on weekdays it wouldn’t be that bad, however if you want to sleep, I don’t recommend going on weekends. Which sucks because besides being a nice spot with good staff, other people kind of ruin the vibe.
Camping near London, Kentucky centers on the Daniel Boone National Forest region, with most campgrounds situated between 900-1,500 feet elevation. The area features limestone terrain with numerous rock formations, waterfalls, and river access points. Weather can change quickly in this part of Kentucky, with afternoon thunderstorms common in summer months when temperatures typically range from 75-90°F.
Hiking to waterfalls: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park offers several trail options beyond just viewing the main falls. "We hiked to see Cumberland Falls (from the lodge) and Eagle Falls. After a short drive, we hiked Natural Arch and Yahoo Falls," notes Crystal H. from Ridgeline Campground.
Water activities: Laurel Lake provides boating and swimming opportunities near Holly Bay Campground. "You can swim next to shore, bring your pets, tie up your boat, be around friendly people or private," explains Angie B. who calls it the "prettiest lake in KY" with "crystal clear water."
Historical exploration: The Daniel Boone National Forest contains numerous historical sites. As Shelly S. mentions about Bee Rock Rec Area, "Visiting Daniel Boone is like stepping back in time. A lot of history from the origins as well as the structures built. Several choices in trail difficulty and all lead to awesome views and natural wonders."
Nighttime astronomy: For a unique natural phenomenon, Cumberland Falls offers moonbow viewing. One camper notes the falls is "the home of the only regular moonbow (lunar rainbow) in the northern hemisphere" that "appears every month during the full moon – 2 days before and 2 days after, when the night skies are clear."
Privacy in camping sites: Holly Bay Campground provides secluded spots. "The sites are spaced out, large and completely shaded," writes Carissa D., while another camper describes their site as "large, secluded, completely shaded and very large."
Fishing opportunities: Rockcastle Riverside offers direct river access. Crystal S. calls it a "beautiful peaceful location" that's "perfect for fishing and relaxing" as it sits directly on the Rockcastle River.
Family-oriented activities: State parks organize regular events for campers. At Levi Jackson, Joanna H. reports that "the campground organizes fun activities for the summer holidays like tie dying, camper's only pool party, bingo, best decorated campsite, etc."
Natural swimming areas: Several campgrounds provide water access beyond just formal pools. Marlene V. from Holly Bay suggests: "Bring your boats, bikes, kayaks, fishing poles and bathing suits. The water is fantastic!"
Seasonal facility limitations: Winter camping requires planning. One camper at Cumberland Falls notes: "Normally, there are additional amenities such as drinking water, showers, and flush toilets, but those we are closed for the season. We did, however find that the drinking water in the picnic area near the falls was running."
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain. At Ridgeline Campground, one reviewer warns: "The spots are uneven and many backup to a large hill" while at Levi Jackson, a camper mentioned sites were "pretty unlevel though. Bring lots of blocks."
Hookup distances: At certain campgrounds, utilities may be far from parking spots. Amy J. notes about Cumberland Falls: "Be sure to bring an extension cord if you want to use power. The hookups are too far away."
Road noise considerations: Locations near highways experience traffic sounds. At Westgate RV Campground, Tim mentions "you do get road noise as it is at the intersection of two main Kentucky roads" while also noting that "construction going on behind it" started "at 5 in the morning."
Look for playgrounds: Multiple campgrounds feature playground equipment. At Rustling Pines Campground, Kristopher G. notes they've "got a great natural playground for kids to play on." Similarly, Alison C. found that at Levi Jackson, "the playgrounds were our favorite place to be as they have a pretty good choice of equipment."
Consider tent-specific areas: Some campgrounds designate special areas for tent campers. Justin S. observes that Levi Jackson has a "tent loop," though warns "if you're in a tent and can't get one of the tent loop sites you might not have a great time" since "most of the camping is out in the open on concrete pads."
Find campgrounds with ranger programs: State parks often provide educational activities. Michael R. from Ridgeline Campground mentions: "Staff was great - lots of activities for the kids to do through the State Park - Archery (free), Swimming Pool (free), and more free activities, horseback riding ($20pp). Camp host led scavenger hunts, lazer tag, capture the flag, etc in the campground in the evenings."
Check bathroom facilities: Bathhouse quality varies between campgrounds. Alison C. says at Levi Jackson "the bathrooms could use some updating as the sinks don't have hot water and using the shower requires pushing the faucet on every 2 min," whereas Rustling Pines gets praise for its "huge and clean" shower house.
Full hookup availability: At The Farm RV Resort, sites include complete utilities. Teresa J. notes the resort offers "spacious, level sites that provide plenty of room for both our RV and outdoor activities" with "full hook-ups, making it super convenient for extended stays."
RV length limitations: Size restrictions apply at certain campgrounds. At Ridgeline Campground, one reviewer advises: "Make sure to watch the 'max vehicle length' - we have a 21' van and we barely fit into our site that had a longer max length," while another suggests not bringing "a trailer much over 25'."
Extension cord requirements: Power hookups may require extra equipment. A Cumberland Falls camper recommends: "Be sure to bring an extension cord if you want to use power. The hookups are too far away" and another mentions having to "use a regular 110 extension cord to get the hookup to our van."
Dump station locations: Not all campgrounds offer sewer hookups. Marshall P. mentions that while they "stayed in a full hook up site" at Levi Jackson, "the dump station was well positioned and easy to navigate" for those without direct sewer connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best campgrounds near London, KY?
The London area boasts several highly-rated campgrounds. Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground is excellent for families, offering numerous activities and sites that accommodate both large and small camping units. Westgate RV Campground provides a convenient overnight stop with full hookups including Wi-Fi, easy access to I-75 (Exit 41), and is within walking distance of restaurants and a mini mart with diesel fuel. For those willing to drive a bit further, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park offers beautiful camping options near impressive natural features.
Are there camping areas with water access near London, Kentucky?
Yes, several excellent water-access campgrounds exist near London. Holly Bay offers large, private wooded sites with stunning lake views, clean bathrooms with showers, and water hookups. It's ideal for boating, kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Trace Branch - Buckhorn Lake provides beautiful lakeside camping with water access, though visitors should avoid taking Pleasant Valley Road to reach the campground as it's dangerous and washed out. Both locations offer the perfect combination of scenic water views and convenient camping amenities within reasonable driving distance from London.
What parks in London, KY offer camping facilities?
The London area has several parks with camping facilities. Blue Heron Campground in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (on the Kentucky side) offers beautiful campsites with picnic tables and fire pits in a scenic setting with excellent hiking trails. Pine Mountain State Resort Park provides camping options with access to cool trails as Kentucky's first state park. Other nearby options include Grove campground, which offers water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly with both drive-in and boat-in access.
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