Top Cabins near Lucas, KY
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Best Cabin Sites Near Lucas, KY (24)
1. Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
137 Reviews•397 Photos•373 SavesOverview
Mammoth Cave Campground puts campers in a prime spot to explore the depths and overland treasures of Mammoth Cave National Park. Mammoth Cave is an underground passageway containing more than 400 miles of naturally sculpted limestone and sandstone. It is the longest recorded cave system in the world. The grand-scale chambers and long, winding passageways were the inspiration behind the park's name. The campground doubles as an entry point to 14 miles of hiking and biking trails. It's also a five minute walk to the visitor center, where cave tours begin.
Recreation
A must-do activity in the park is exploring Mammoth Cave. Walking tours of the caverns leave from the visitor center daily. There are also miles of bike trails and hiking trails within the park.
Natural Features
The campground is tucked inside Mammoth Cave National Park, which boasts scenic valleys along the Green River. The river is within walking distance of the camp, and the hilly Kentucky countryside expands beyond the valley. Deer and turkeys commonly stroll around the campground, so visitors are likely to see them grazing in the early morning and at dusk.
Nearby Attractions
Nearly 30 miles of the Green and Nolin rivers offer canoeing and boating through the park. Commercial outfitters outside the park rent canoes, kayaks and safety equipment.Most trails north of the Green River are open for horseback riding. Commercial liveries outside the park rent horses and some may provide organized excursions.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (270) 758-2424 or call (270) 758-2180 for general information.
Charges & Cancellations
For rules and reservation policies please follow the link below: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies
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$50 / night
2. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave
34 Reviews•119 Photos•106 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. Barren River Lake State Resort Park
18 Reviews•46 Photos•46 SavesThis recreation area is part of Barren River Lake
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Market
4. Bowling Green KOA
19 Reviews•73 Photos•37 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. Moutardier
23 Reviews•68 Photos•143 SavesOverview
Moutardier Campground sits on the shores of Nolin River Lake in the rolling landscape of southern Kentucky. The large lake and surrounding greenery create a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Click here to take a tour of our lake.
Recreation
Known for its unique blue/green water, Nolin Lake is one of the top lakes in Kentucky for catfish, bass, crappie and walleye fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic canoe and boat trips along the river, part of which is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. Boat ramps are provided around the lake for campers' convenience. The Moutardier, Ponderosa and Wax Marinas are located around the lake and offer pontoon and john boat rentals, as well as boat slips and groceries, bait, gas and more. Several hiking trails also wind along the shoreline and into the surrounding forest. Shady Creek Trail, located within the recreation area, is known for its array of wildflowers and greenery.
Natural Features
Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws more than two million visitors each year to enjoy water sports and camping in the surrounding expanse of rolling forest.
Nearby Attractions
Mammoth Cave National Park is located a short drive or ferry ride away from the campground, and several golf courses and riding stables are located around the lake.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (270) 286-4511.
Charges & Cancellations
* Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your sites or dates. * Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first nights use fee. * No-Shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee. * If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.
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$50 / night
6. Horse Cave KOA
12 Reviews•31 Photos•36 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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7. Rock Cabin Camping
4 Reviews•5 Photos•40 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20300 - $100 / night
8. Standing Stone State Rustic Park
22 Reviews•185 Photos•82 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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9. Jellystone Park at Mamoth Cave
2 Reviews•19 Photos- Pets
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- Reservable
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$29 - $105 / night
10. Dad's Bluegrass Campground
5 Reviews•4 Photos•29 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$30 - $45 / night
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Recent Cabin Reviews In Lucas
298 Reviews of 24 Lucas Campgrounds
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Guide
Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
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Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
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Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
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Carolin C.Guide
Standing Stone State Rustic Park
Quiet
Quiet campground for smaller campers and vans. Dog friendly. It is on the top of the hill, so prepare to hike to the lake. There are trails along the lake, and shortcut trails through the woods, mostly narrow and washed out. The pool is very busy in the summer. The campground is clean and sites are spacious and shady, most sites require leveling. Beautiful lake and dam, definitely worth the visit!
Jennifer H.
Legend
Jellystone Park at Mamoth Cave
Can’t beat the Location, Amenities & Proximity
We’re staying one night for Mammoth Cave and added a second night thanks to the activities offered. For a family that usually only spends one night that’s a big deal. The kids are super excited to do the lake inflatable course and have already enjoyed the nice playground and bouncing pad. We chose a standard site so I didn’t expect much. For the price it’s great to have all the hookups but it’s not level at all. I parked at an angle, propped up the front and our full slide gives it a wonky tilt so got it pretty good. It could probably use another level of blocks at the front. Just wonky sites. But nice and wide
- ccathyLGuide
Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Great Campground and Location
We really enjoyed the four days we spent at the Mammoth Caves Campground, right in the national park. I have to correct some information on this listing, though. There are no electric hookups. There is water available at spots throughout the campground, but not at the sites. There is one difficult to use dump station. Also, internet connections are terrible. You need to rely on the WiFi at the visitor center and lodge.
Setting that aside, it’s a beautiful, wooded campground with large and generally level sites. You’re right in the middle of the park, with all it has to offer. Its about a ten-twelve minute walk to the Visitor Center, which is where all the cave tours and many of the hiking trails start. The Visitor Center also has a great exhibit explaining the geology and history of the park and area. It is connected by a pedestrian bridge to the park lodge, which has several restaurants. Both buildings are wonderfully air conditioned, which helped a lot in the August heat.
Also helping with the heat are the caves themselves, which are spectacular and not to be missed. Other activities right in the park are lots of hiking opportunities and canoe and kayak rental.
There are modern and very clean bathrooms throughout the campground. It’s a mystery why they didn’t include showers when they built those bathrooms. Instead there are paid showers in the building housing the camp store. You insert six quarters and get a decent amount of time. For me, this was the only real downside of the campground, one I could put up with given all the other advantages.
Site 35B was a great site and was next to a small field, giving us extra space and privacy.
Holdun R.Guide
Horse Cave KOA
Wonderful!!
I stayed in spot 87 for 4 days. It was a clean camp with all kinds of variety of camping spots. The only reason is not getting 5 stars is bc it's right on the Interstate, and that noise wasn't the most peaceful. There were a ton of things for kids and families to do. There was a pool, playground, pond, etc. There were some really cool wagon tents, teepee's, and actual tree houses.
Josie W.
TravelerMammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Great Choice
We loved our visit here! We stayed two nights with our dog and felt very safe. Campsites appear close at first but actually felt comfortably private. People walk and bike along the roads and it felt very friendly. Bathrooms are clean and cool. There’s a camp store, Caver’s, with food, souvenirs, showers, and bathroom. Super close to the visiting center for tours.
joseph B.Traveler
Moutardier
Decent
This campground has tried to cram as many people into it at one time as possible. Sites are very close to each other that you could hear your neighbor burp or fart at any time day or night. Otherwise, the campground is clean with good amenities. If you are lucky enough to get a lake side spot, the views are good, but again, you will have neighbors.
- SSarahTraveler
Jellystone Park at Mamoth Cave
Just Okay
Bit over priced. It went up each night we stayed. We had a fifth wheel on a standard gravel 30/50 amp site. Full hook up. Advertised internet but there wasn’t any in the section we stayed. There was a little shade in our area. The whole place is alternated by cabins and camping sites. There is grass between every site. Plenty of playgrounds, a pool and pond/beach. Golf cart rentals are $55 per day and people run them all day and night. Golf carts were playing music at midnight. This place does not sleep. And if you bring dogs, you must physically show them the rabies tag, they don’t check their email. Even though you pick a spot on their map they will change you to a different spot unless you pay the $35 extra to “lock in” a specific spot.
Meghan P.
Scout
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave
BEDBUGS
Stayed in cabin 88 - bedbugs. Do not stay here.
- JJoe K.Scout
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
Nice location with lots of things to do
Great spot. Full hook ups at many spots. Sites are in cul de sacs. Lake is beautiful and really close. Staff is super nice and helpful. Nice playgrounds and pools. WiFi is not currently working. AT&T and Verizon service is good. Lots of wildlife around. Nice hiking trails.
Tony S.Scout
Indian Creek Campground
I wouldn't no they took our money and didn't get to stay
Ww made a reservation for April 19th and 20th but we had an emergency and had to cancel on April 16th and the lady said it was ok we couldn't make it but she said we couldn't get a refund but could come another time so we called yesterday to schedule the weekend of memorial day but they said we don't have a credit and we're just out of the money they just made it like it's OK I guess then once it got past the time we was supposed to come the lied
Rachel S.
RangerMammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Great park campground
Really enjoyed our 3 night stay in Mammoth Cave campground. Level sites, tables, fire rings, running water bathrooms, spigots. Great location walkable to the camp store, lodge, visitor center, and cave tours.
Scott K.GuideMammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Easy access/ clean spot
Got in on a Sunday evening for tent camping. Nice woman working the entrance let us switch campsites without any hassle.
The site was well maintained and had a nice fire pit. Concrete picnic table in the space.
Angela C.RangerMammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Closest proximity to Cave
The actual campground is pretty basic. Sites are woodsy and spread out, there is a picnic table and fire ring, bathhouses and water spigot can be a little bit of a walk depending on your campsite, and the atmosphere overall was quiet. We experienced terrible weather so we didn’t explore much and would agree with some of the other reviewers that the RVs seemed out of sync with the more rustic vibe. What I appreciated was how easy and quick it was to drive to the Visitor Center the next morning for our bright and early tour of Mammoth Cave (and yes, book ahead).
- HHeather T.Traveler
Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Nature Lovers Paradise
Site 46B is an exceptional site. Extra large with unobstructed views of the woods away from the roads So much to see and do beyond the cave! This campground is set in the woods with lots of hiking and biking trails within walking distance. Yes, the caves are amazing but don’t forget to explore the surface through hiking, horseback riding and kayaking. The campground has lots of tent campers to big rigs and everything in between. Big rig generators can put a major dent into the campground experience unfortunately but it’s still a beautiful family friendly experience. Bath houses were very clean. Sites are level. The dump station leaves a lot to be desired. It’s a two person operation. One person to use their foot to hold drain open and the other to deal with hose. Wish they offered electric at sites but still one of my favorite campgrounds. Very clean friendly and accessible to activities in the park.
- DDarryl H.Guide
Rock Cabin Camping
Cabins better than some Marriott's, I've been in.
They are remodeling the old cabins that have been there since the early 1900s. And they look fantastic inside. The owner and the maintenance man were very accommodating. Would stay there any time when passing through. They are doing landscaping now and I expect it to look very nice when they are done.
- Dane J.Guide
Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Great spot in a cool camp
My spot was a nice quite one (24B). Lots of room for tents, hammocks, chairs, or your dog to explore.
Lance W.GuideMammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park
Quaint spot for National Park
I took my family for two nights and we were surprised how quiet and well behaved everyone was. The spots are right up on each other but no loud music, generators or drunks. Dumpster is by the corner store that also makes sandwiches if you don’t want to grill out. Fire ring and picnic table with enough room for two small tents. Bathroom was very clean and the walk to the visitor center was 10 minutes.
- DDouglasTraveler
Moutardier
Nice location and views
Very nice campground right on the water. D013 is 20 yards uphill from shore. Very nice gravel or concrete spots. We were able put kayaks in right at our campsite. Great views at sunset and sunrise. Located about 35 minutes from Mammoth Cave. We used it as our base to go visit the National Park.
Bathhouses are good 3.5/5 because showers are a little inconsistent - went from cold to scalding to a point that you can't stand under it. Only other issue was that the fire rings are located right under the edge of your awning. Your choice is to not pull in the whole way and block up to get it level or pull in so its level and make a very small fire.
I will stay there again.
- CCody B.Guide
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave
Family fun, close to attractions
Great place to stay near caves and hiking in the national park. All the luxuries of a big campground. Lake swimming was fun. We stayed near fishing pond. Easy to get in and out with a big rig.
- Road B.Scout
Green River Lake State Park Campground
It's a comfortable parking lot
This review is just about the campground not the lake or area surrounding it. The campground sites are ample but nothing special. I'd call them small to medium. Very few trees. Probably not a place I will visit a second time
Overland O.ScoutMoutardier
Totally Beautuful
Camped in D Section right on the point with water on 3 sides of me. Very clean with the cleanest bathrooms and showers I have ever encountered in any campground.
- LuAnn R.Traveler
Defeated Creek Marina Campground
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
This is the campground you dream of - beautiful old shade trees, lakefront sites (not all are waterfront but all are wonderful) clean baths and sandy shore swimming area - book sites 90, 91 or 92!
- TTaraTraveler
Dad's Bluegrass Campground
Very nice place right off the highway
While visiting family in Scottsville we were in need of a close by RV park for our 40’ rig. This was the perfect spot for us. With plenty of pull through sites we were able to pick from (since we came early due to forgetting the time change!) The park is very well maintained, the owner was very accommodating and helpful, especially since we had to add an extra night last minute! There is a beautiful pool, playground and basketball court for kids! The place is also pet friendly. There was a cute area inside with a TV, dvds, and books to read or take one and leave one. Also a laundry area inside. Definitely recommend staying here if you’re in the area! It’s also fairly close to Nashville and bowling green!
Melanie H.TravelerYogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave
No Need to Leave, Kid’s paradise
There is so much to do, that 5 days doesn’t seem long at all. Staff is beyond friendly, lots of activities and golf cart rentals are a game changer! Will be back !
Guide to Lucas
Camping near Lucas, Kentucky, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Explore Mammoth Cave National Park: This park is a must-see with its stunning caves and hiking trails. One visitor mentioned, "It’s about a ten-twelve minute walk to the Visitor Center, which is where all the cave tours and many of the hiking trails start."
- Enjoy water activities: At Nolin Lake State Park Campground, you can walk along the lake shore and even hear a small waterfall behind your campsite. Another camper noted, "We could hear small waterfall behind our campsite."
- Fishing and swimming: Many campgrounds, like Baileys Point, offer fishing spots and swimming areas. One reviewer said, "We loved fishing and swimming in the lake."
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and showers. A visitor at Kentucky Nolin Lake State Park remarked, "The bathrooms were cleaned regularly. The showers were hot and free!"
- Friendly staff: Many campers have praised the helpfulness of campground staff. At Singing Hills Campground, one guest said, "The staff was very nice, shared the local information and offered any further service let them know."
- Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Mammoth Cave Campground mentioned, "You’re right in the middle of the park, with all it has to offer."
What you should know:
- Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A visitor at Dog Creek Campground noted, "No real camp store, but an honor system 'shed' with firewood, produce, and canned goods."
- Noise levels: Be prepared for some noise, especially if you're camping near roads. One camper at Barren River Lake State Resort Park said, "Semi trucks were driving over the rumble strips and other continuous road noise continued throughout the night."
- Reservations recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Kentucky Moutardier mentioned, "We rolled in on the day of our stay with no reservations."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Nolin Lake State Park Campground, one family enjoyed the "playground" and "could hear small waterfall behind our campsite."
- Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. A visitor at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park said, "There is so much to do, that 5 days doesn’t seem long at all."
- Pack essentials: Bring along games and outdoor gear to keep the fun going. One camper at Bowling Green KOA mentioned, "We enjoyed playing putt-putt golf and fishing."
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Kentucky Moutardier noted, "The road in/out is very narrow, very tight and not easily navigated with a 40' 5th wheel."
- Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups for convenience. A camper at Baileys Point said, "Great level gravel site. We are on the lake, not lake access but great peaceful relaxing views of the water."
- Be prepared for weather: Check the forecast and pack accordingly. One reviewer at Wax - Nolin River Lake mentioned, "The view was always beautiful!" but also noted the need for shade during hot days.
Camping near Lucas, Kentucky, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
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