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Kentucky

The Best Tent Camping in Kentucky

Looking for the best Pine Grove tent camping? The Dyrt is an easy way to find tent camping spots near Pine Grove. Would you prefer a quiet dispersed site or an established camgpround with amenities? Either way, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to pitch your tent.

Pine Grove

The Best Tent Camping Near Pine Grove, Kentucky

***Rockcastle Riverside has 20 back-in 100-foot RV sites with 50 amp electric and water hookups next to river. There is one full-service dump station. There are also 10 primitive camping sites with limited picnic tables close to 5 bathrooms. One shower is available behind general store/check-in with more to come in very near future. 20 more secluded and full day shaded primitive sites coming soon across the road at Turkey Trace. Fire rings are dispersed throughout all primitive sites on main campground and in Turkey Trace. Store has ice, water, soda, limited camping supplies. Kayak rental and kayak shuttle service also available. Campground is kayak take-out point; we can shuttle you to drop-in point (subject to availability) ***

***Campground is on the Kentucky Adventure Trail Section 2 from Livingston to Newcomb. 30 minutes from Salt Peter Cave, One hour from Cumberland Falls, 20 minutes from Wildcat Mountain Battlefield. Only a 10-minute drive from I-75 exit ramp 49 to campground.***



Rockcastle Riverside

If you want to feel like you're in the middle of nowhere but you're close to restaurants shopping air raid trampoline park. there's places to go ziplining, waterfalls, fishing all within a few miles. We have room for Campers or at the bottom of the property if you want to throw up your tent and stay awhile you are more than welcome cool things to hike around at the bottom.



Fluffy Butts Farm

## Overview

Holly Bay, located two miles north of the Laurel River Dam, sits on the west side of Laurel River Lake. Visitors enjoy the campground for its proximity to the water and beautifully forested location. Plus, Holly Bay is ideal for activities like power boating, canoeing and fishing.   
  
The forest was named after Daniel Boone, a famous frontiersman and explorer who settled in Kentucky in the late 18th century.

## Recreation

Boating and water skiing are a big hit. A boat ramp and fish cleaning station are located a short distance from the campground.   
  
Hikers take pleasure in the 4.2-mile Sheltowee Trace Trail that leads from the campground to the dam.

## Facilities

The campground offers single and double-family campsites, some of which have 20, 30 or 50-amp electric hookups. Some campsites overlook the lake.  
  
  
  
Flush toilets (one is accessible), two shower houses, drinking water and a dump station are provided. Firewood and ice are available for purchase. Educational programs are held during the summer.

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## Natural Features

Most campsites are surrounded by a mixture of hardwood trees that provide picture-perfect colors in autumn. Laurel River Lake spans 5,600 acres of deep, clear water and 192 miles of cliff-lined shore. Bountiful hills from the Appalachian foothills create a backdrop for the lake area. 

## Nearby Attractions

Head to the Cumberland Falls Trail that begins at Cumberland Falls and ends at the mouth of the Laurel River. This trail is a 30-45 minute drive from the campground.

Holly Bay

## Overview

Grove Campground is perched on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake in Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest. The lake, fed by the Laurel River, is considered one of the most scenic lakes in the state. Boating, fishing, hiking and biking are greatly enjoyed by campers.

## Recreation

Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers can trek more than 600 miles of road and trail in Daniel Boone National Forest. Duff Branch, Oak Branch, Fishing Point and Singing Hills Trails can all be accessed in the immediate area.   
  
Anglers find prized catches of walleye, crappie, brown trout and rainbow trout at Laurel River Lake. Boating and swimming are also popular activities. A boat ramp is located nearby at Grove Marina.

## Facilities

The campground offers single and double family campsites, which have 20 and 30-amp electric hookups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.   
  
Flush toilets, drinking water and showers are provided. Ice and firewood are sold on-site. Limited groceries can be found at Grove Marina.

## Natural Features

The campground overlooks the lake and is less than a mile from the shoreline. Laurel River Lake boasts 5,600 acres of deep, clear water and 192 miles of cliff-lined shores. Bountiful hills and valleys create a beautiful backdrop for the lake area.   
  
The forest was named after Daniel Boone, a famous frontiersman and explorer who settled in Kentucky in the late 18th century.

Grove

[](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3827478.pdf) White Oak Boat-In Campground is one of two boat-in campgrounds on [Laurel River Lake](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=64851), on [London Ranger District](http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/dbnf/?cid=FSBDEV3_032651). The area is accessible by boat or by [Cold Rock School Trail](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=71041) (3 miles) that begins near the [Marsh Branch Boat Ramp](http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTSw8jAwgAykeaxcN4jhYG_h4eYX5hPgYwefy6w0H24dcPNgEHcDTQ9_PIz03VL8iNMMgycVQEAIzTHkw!/dl3/d3/L2dJQSEvUUt3QS9ZQnZ3LzZfME80MEkxVkFCOTBFMktTNUJIMjAwMDAwMDA!/?ss=110802&ttype;=recarea&recid;=66152&actid;=78&navtype;=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&position;=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid;=110400000000000&pnavid;=110000000000000&cid;=null&pname;=Daniel+Boone+National+Forest+-+Marsh+Branch+Boating+Site). The campground has 51 lakeshore campsites, most of which are located near the water's edge with boat moorings available. Sites have a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and lantern pole. Self-serve pay stations, water and vault toilets are centrally located. There are no flush toilets or showers. The sites are wooded and spaced far enough apart to provide a sense of seclusion. The campground usually fills on weekends during the peak camping season. View [White Oak Campground Guide & Map](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3827478.pdf) (pdf) Trails nearby: [Cold Rock School Trail #430 ](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=71041) (3-mile hiking and biking route into the White Oak Boat-In Campground) The campground is located on Laurel River Lake. The lake features 5,600 acres of clear, deep water and nearly 200 miles of tree-lined shore. The quiet coves and cliff-lined shores offer relaxation and quiet reflection, as well as boating, fishing, skiing and scuba diving in one of the deepest and cleanest lakes in Kentucky.

White Oak Boat-In Campground

Grove Drive-in Campground

Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park

Corbin - Laurel Lake KOA

Grove Boat-In Campground

Summer Shoals Retreat is a beautiful river front private campground. We have both sleep cabins and tent sites on a mowed bank or backwoods camping on the Cumberland River. We are located 15 mins southwest of Williamsburg Kentucky within the Wild and Scenic Cumberland River corridor. We are within a 10 minute hike to trails that will take you into the Daniel Boone National Forest.



Summer Shoals Retreat

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Louisville

The Best Camping Near Louisville, Kentucky

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Lexington-Fayette

The Best Camping Near Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky

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Ironville

The Best Camping Near Ironville, Kentucky

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Meads

The Best Camping Near Meads, Kentucky

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Lexington, KY has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Lexington campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Lexington, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Lexington

The Best Camping Near Lexington, Kentucky

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Bowling Green

The Best Camping Near Bowling Green, Kentucky

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Owensboro

The Best Camping Near Owensboro, Kentucky

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Hopkinsville

The Best Camping Near Hopkinsville, Kentucky

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Pleasure Ridge Park

The Best Camping Near Pleasure Ridge Park, Kentucky

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Paducah

The Best Camping Near Paducah, Kentucky

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, KY has a lot to offer. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, KY. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

The Best Camping Near Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, Kentucky

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Daniel Boone National Forest

The Best Camping Near Daniel Boone National Forest, Kentucky

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Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area

The Best Camping Near Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, Kentucky

Of the six parks in the Bluegrass State, Mammoth Cave is the only true national park. This area of southwestern Kentucky holds the best outdoor activities to be found in the state.

There are a large number of campsites across a few campgrounds, and Mammoth Cave Campground holds most of them. Both Mammoth Cave and Maple Springs Campgrounds are accessible for RVs. Backcountry camping is also available for interested hikers. The caves are, of course, the big draw, and no matter where you stay, you should take a cave tour. Since there are no nearby forests or BLM land, the best camping near Mammoth Cave National Park is fairly far away at the Green River Lake Wildlife Management Area. If you can’t get a spot in the park, staying in nearby Park City or Brownsville, KY, is the best choice.

Mammoth Cave National Park

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The Best Camping Near Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky

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Grayson Lake

The Best Camping Near Grayson Lake, Kentucky

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Lake Cumberland

The Best Camping Near Lake Cumberland, Kentucky

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Barkley Lake

The Best Camping Near Barkley Lake, Kentucky

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Buckhorn Lake

The Best Camping Near Buckhorn Lake, Kentucky

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Dale Hollow Lake

The Best Camping Near Dale Hollow Lake, Kentucky

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