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Best Glamping near Mammoth Cave National Park

371 Reviews

Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave and Rock Cabin Camping both house glamping accommodations within minutes of Kentucky's famous cave system. Jellystone Park features family-friendly glamping options with electricity, comfortable beds, and climate control, creating a comfortable basecamp for cave explorations. Both locations maintain proximity to hiking trails and cave tours while providing amenities not found in traditional camping. Rock Cabin Camping offers boutique camping experiences with furnished accommodations that blend rustic charm with modern comforts. The sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities, making them ideal for travelers seeking outdoor experiences without sacrificing comfort. As one guest noted, "People here were kind and trustworthy. The bathrooms have a cool log cabin-like window at the top. There are trails that leave the campground."

Several hiking trails connect directly from these glamping properties to Mammoth Cave National Park's extensive trail system. Nolin Lake State Park, another glamping destination in the area, provides yurt accommodations with lake access for swimming, fishing, and boating during the April to October season. The surrounding region boasts additional attractions including Diamond Caverns RV Resort and Golf, which combines eco-friendly glamping with recreational activities. Most properties maintain close proximity to the visitor center where cave tours begin, typically within a 10-15 minute drive. A visitor highlighted, "We love coming here for the cave of course. If you are not too squeamish to enjoy one of mother earth's natural beauties of the underground then this isn't for you! They have amazing cave tours of all times of the day some for expert and some amateurs." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with deer and wild turkey frequently spotted near accommodation areas.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Mammoth Cave National Park (20)

    1. Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

    137 Reviews
    Mammoth Cave, KY
    3 miles
    +1 (270) 758-2424

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Mammoth Cave and the surrounding area offer many activities to suit anyone's desires."

    "The bathrooms were very clean and also air conditioned, which was a nice treat for a few minutes to step out of the humid June heat. They were flush toilets."

    2. Nolin Lake State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Sweeden, KY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 286-4240

    $27 - $45 / night

    "Our site was huge, with enough space for our RV, truck, dog fence and fire area. The gravel pad was recently maintained. The bathrooms were cleaned regularly. The showers were hot and free!"

    "The sites are located in a grove of pine trees, which makes for well shaded sites with a pleasant surface of soft pine straw to pitch your tents."

    3. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave

    34 Reviews
    Park City, KY
    13 miles
    Website

    "We went over a long weekend in October, with the point of the trip being to visit Mammoth Cave National Park.  The campground had activities for the kids all day Friday and Sunday. "

    "When we arrived, the check in process was very easy and staff were helpful and friendly. Ice and firewood can be purchased on site."

    4. Thousand Trails Diamond Caverns RV & Golf Resort

    14 Reviews
    Park City, KY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Diamond Caverns RV Resort was an enjoyable stay on the edge of Mammoth Cave National Park. Right off of I65 it's a short drive to the campground."

    "Bathrooms & showers are spacious, CLEAN, and they are air conditioned! There are seasonal campers here for sure, but that wasn't a negative. The campground is quiet and well maintained."

    5. Horse Cave KOA

    12 Reviews
    Horse Cave, KY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 786-2819

    "It had a gorgeous view of the Kentucky hills. Full hook up. The sites all looked very nice. They had teepees, covered wagons & a couple of treehouses. A nice area for tents as well."

    "They have recently built a new bath house and it’s awesome. It has rooms that each have a toilet, sink and shower. Total privacy! Nice and clean as well. Big points for this amenity."

    6. Baileys Point

    34 Reviews
    Lucas, KY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 622-6959

    $22 - $50 / night

    "Most sites have electric and water. Many sites have incredible views of Barren River Lake and some are downright on the banks. Bath houses are climate controlled and CLEAN."

    "It's one of the few in the state where you can camp near the water and keep your kayaks or boat within a quick stroll."

    7. Rock Cabin Camping

    5 Reviews
    Cave City, KY
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 773-4740

    $25 - $99 / night

    "Pros; This is a simple little campground near Mammoth Cave. The owner is super nice and friendly."

    "Quiet, pretty, easy, and the owners and staff are delightful."

    8. Jellystone Park at Mamoth Cave

    3 Reviews
    Cave City, KY
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 773-3840

    $29 - $105 / night

    "Kid friendly park, no mature trees in new section but concrete pad with grill and fire pit. Pool with splash pad, pools, pillow pads, multiple playgrounds, dog parks and kennels are available."

    "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."

    9. The Narrows

    12 Reviews
    Lucas, KY
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 646-3094

    $34 - $50 / night

    "Two loops, B loop has access to the shoreline so you can park your boat and walk to your site. Loop A has an overlook ( also called a cliff)."

    "The Narrows Recreation Area is off Ky 31E outside Glasgow, Ky. This is Redneck farm country at its best. Surprisingly I saw no signs for mud bogs though there were plenty of tractors and corn."

    10. Bowling Green KOA

    19 Reviews
    Bowling Green, KY
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (270) 843-1919

    "This was a nice KOA, but some sites were small with all sites having very small fire pits made from only old tire wheels."

    "Made it less than enjoyable sitting by the beautiful fire pit provided. Had higher expectations for KOA based on other experiences but should have researched to know how close the highway was."

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  • J
    Aug. 19, 2020

    Bowling Green KOA

    Nice KOA

    This was a nice KOA, but some sites were small with all sites having very small fire pits made from only old tire wheels. This KOA has a pool, fishing, putt putt, dump station, general store, cabins, a little run down restroom/bath houses, kids play scape, large chess board, and a dog park. This KOA was about 20 minutes from Mammoth Cave National Park and the National Corvette Museum. Both are worth the trip to.

  • Whistle P.
    Mar. 31, 2023

    Nolin Lake State Park Campground

    Tranquil, relaxing place

    Our site was huge, with enough space for our RV, truck, dog fence and fire area. The gravel pad was recently maintained. The bathrooms were cleaned regularly. The showers were hot and free! Washer/dryers on-site for $1.5 a load. The hike to the waterfall was muddy and there were downed trees from a recent storm - but the park was working on it.
    We loved that hiking in Mammoth Cave National park was only 15 min away!

  • A
    Oct. 8, 2018

    Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

    Just "okay" backcountry camping

    We hiked the First Creek Loop Trail at Mammoth Cave National Park and backcountry camped. The campiste itself was okay. There was a fire pit and log to sit on. There were plenty of trees to hang a hammock. There was a water source, but the park ranger didn't really recommend getting and filtering water from it, and once we arrived, we could see why. You would have a difficult time actually getting down to the water as there was no real clearing or way to it. The also was a very thick, green sludge film on top of the water. So we carried in what we would need for our overnight. The campsite was decent size and away from any others, so it was nice an quiet. We did have to take a very short ferry ride in our car to get across the water.

  • Staci R.
    Aug. 1, 2017

    Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

    Hidden Gem in south central Kentucky

    Mammoth Cave and the surrounding area offer many activities to suit anyone's desires. There are several competitive runs (5K and up) almost every weekend in the surrounding communities, and several are hosted in Mammoth Cave park itself. There is also the opportunity to go "caving", and you can walk through the caverns, and there are numerous hiking trails. Mammoth Cave offers tent, RV, and cabin camping - just be aware the cabins have running water, but no kitchens or air conditioning.

  • Kristin H.
    Nov. 5, 2021

    Baileys Point

    Our Go-To

    What can I say, but Bailey's is our happy little piece of paradise! I've camped here since I was in my early 20s in tents, to camping in a camper in my 40s. Most sites have electric and water. Many sites have incredible views of Barren River Lake and some are downright on the banks. Bath houses are climate controlled and CLEAN. Bailey's is a large campground but it's not usually crowded with loud, obnoxious people. There's nearly a camaraderie here between the campers and while everyone is friendly, they tend to keep to themselves. We like loops B and C the best for a combo of waterfront views and shade trees. Something about watching the moonlight sparkle on the lake with a warm, crackling fire nearby. Bailey's is it!

  • S
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave

    So much to do!!!

    This is the kind of campground you can take your kids, never leave the campground, and have fun for days.  We went over a long weekend in October, with the point of the trip being to visit Mammoth Cave National Park.  The campground had activities for the kids all day Friday and Sunday.  We did arts and crafts, bingo, trick or treating, watched the golf cart parade, played on several of the different playgrounds, and putt putt golf.  

    The bathhouses were very clean, campstore is well stocked.  This is a LARGE campground so renting a golf cart or bringing your bikes is recommended.  

    The only downside - it is expensive. We paid almost $100/night.

  • Diana W.
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Elizabethtown Crossroads Campground

    Really nice!

    We stayed here one night. It's a small campground about 35 mins from Louisville and has about 40ish sites for RVs with electric and water, some with sewage. Our site was fairly small and pretty close to other sites but it was easy enough to get into and fit our 12ft pop up without issue. They have 2 bathrooms(the one by the laundry/store is very nice!), a catch and release pond(small, but there are small bluegill and some bass), a nice playground, clean pool, store on site, and overall we had a great time. There are also several connections for wifi, and cable(we didn't try it). The staff seemed very nice. Our site without sewage was $30 plus tax, they also offer tent sites and small cabins($40-50 with air conditioning) if that's your thing. Our site was nice and shaded. We were disturbed a few times by trains in the middle of the night- otherwise it was pretty peaceful and quiet.

  • Heather K.
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave

    Wonderful fall getaway!

    When we arrived, the check in process was very easy and staff were helpful and friendly. Ice and firewood can be purchased on site. The efficiency cabin we stayed in was very clean and just perfect for 4 people. The cabin had a bunk bed and a futon bed. The kitchen had a small stove, sink and fridge. The bathroom was small but had a shower and toilet. There was a fire pit and picnic table. The jump pad was fun for the kids. The mini golf course needed a little cleaning/maintenance for the rocks and leaves on the course. The planned fall activities were so much fun for my kids. They did painting, bingo and games. All the staff we came in contact with were friendly. The cabin was situated in a convenient location to all activities. Our stay for this trip was awesome and I would recommend staying at this campground in the fall.

  • M
    Jun. 24, 2018

    Mammoth Cave Campground — Mammoth Cave National Park

    Quiet and relaxing

    Quiet and laid back. The bathrooms were very clean and also air conditioned, which was a nice treat for a few minutes to step out of the humid June heat. They were flush toilets. There was potable water right by the bathrooms. There were no showers but if you drove right outside the campground in the park there was coin operated showers and laundry room. There was also a camp store and post office. There were trails that ran through the campground and ones right outside in the park. During the day you could schedule tours to the caves which was a great view.

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