RV camping near Richmond, Kentucky offers direct access to Kentucky River activities, bourbon country experiences, and outdoor adventures in the eastern Bluegrass region. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 800-1,000 feet, providing moderate weather with average summer temperatures around 75°F. Winter camping remains popular with several year-round facilities that maintain hookups during colder months.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Cummins Ferry RV Park provides river access with a private boat ramp and marina. "The river and waterfall makes it feel like a tranquil place. The walking trail by the river is nice, we walked it almost every day," notes one camper who stayed at Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River.
Live entertainment events: Weekend activities are common at many parks during peak season. "Live music and food trucks every Saturday are a nice touch!" reports a visitor to Cummins Ferry RV Park. Elkhorn Creek RV Park also features regular entertainment with one camper mentioning, "The classic rock singer who came in and sang in the pavilion on Saturday night was fun."
Red River Gorge hiking access: Campgrounds north of Richmond provide bases for exploring natural areas. "If you are looking for a campground that is near all of the hiking trails and sights in and around the red river gorge this is the place to be!!" explains a guest at 4 Guys RV Park at Red River Gorge.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many parks maintain high cleanliness standards. "The shower is clean. And can I take a moment to say the restroom/shower was the cleanest I have EVER used. Huge thanks to the staff, you can tell they truly take pride in their work," reports a visitor to Elkhorn Creek RV Park.
Dog-friendly amenities: Several parks offer specialized pet accommodations. At Elkhorn Creek RV Park, "There is a dog park w/a side for large dogs & small dogs. It was shaded and had seating," notes one camper. Another family mentioned, "Kids were none stop walking the dogs, and scootering up and down the road."
Water features: Beyond hookups, water-based recreation stands out. "We had a site next to the creek and it was beautiful!" shares an Elkhorn Creek visitor. At Camp Nelson RV Park, "The pool is nice although they do sell memberships to it for outside folks to use which means there can be a lot of people there on a holiday or very warm day."
What you should know
Seasonal conditions: Weather impacts site conditions throughout the year. "They had a bad storm the night before our stay so alot of flooded sites. Megan called me before our arrival to warn me and check if there would be anything else we would need," explains a visitor at Walnut Meadow RV Park.
Leveling requirements: Site variations can require equipment adjustments. "The sites here are not level. We used our normal 2x green blocks for the Jack, but needed all 10 of our leveling blocks, plus 8 paving stones to get the appropriate height," notes a camper at Cummins Ferry RV Park.
Off-peak access: Several campgrounds operate during slower seasons with reduced amenities. "A little noisy. Most of the sites were gravel but grass areas were still under water. Over all not bad for a quick overnight," comments a Walnut Meadow RV Park visitor during spring conditions.
Tips for camping with families
Recreational features: Family-friendly activities vary by location. "We had kids that fished and played in the playground and sat by the fire every night! We will absolutely return!" shares a visitor to Cummins Ferry RV Park.
Swimming options: Pool access depends on season and facility policies. 4 Guys RV Park offers "Loads of amenities; clean/hot showers, playgrounds, pool, full hookups, campstore, fire rings & picnic tables at each sight and nice views," according to one family.
Multi-generational spaces: Several parks design common areas for various age groups. "We absolutely LOVED it! The staff was friendly and the scenery was amazing! Our sites overlooked the river and we loved the walking trails along the river!" reports a family group at Whispering Hills RV Park, Inc, which also features "a fishing pond, swimming pool with small water slide, fishing pond, jumping pillow, events at picnic shelter."
Tips from RVers
Water pressure considerations: Systems vary significantly between parks. At Whispering Hills RV Park, "The water pressure was quite high (70 psi) according to the worker at the campground so make sure to have a water pressure regulator."
Navigation warnings: GPS reliability varies throughout the region. At Elkhorn Creek RV Park, "Make sure you take the exit they tell you & do NOT follow gps or you'll go down a long country road," warns one RVer. The park features "many concrete sites & some gravel sites" with some RVers noting, "I had a long, gravel pull thru site. Barely any room on the camp side but both ends were roomy."
Site selection strategy: Experienced RVers recommend specific locations within parks. At Oh! Kentucky RV Park & Campground, "Perfect over night spot on our way down south. Great pull-thru site, we were able to stay connected and seconds away from the freeway. Site 61 is awesome!" mentions one reviewer.
