Best Tent Camping near Richmond, KY
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Best Tent Sites Near Richmond, KY (11)
1. Red River Gorge Campground
Slade, Kentucky22 Reviews•124 Photos•378 SavesRed River Gorge Campground is known for its picturesque surroundings and range of outdoor activities. The campground is located in the heart of Red River Gorge, a geological wonderland with soaring sandstone cliffs, natural arches and deep gorges. The area is popular with hikers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous trails for all levels of experience, as well as opportunities for rock climbing, kayaking and fishing. Red River Gorge Campground provides a one-of-a-kind camping experience in Kentucky.
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$10 / night
2. Red River Gorge Retreats (Miguel's Pizza)
Slade, Kentucky19 Reviews•36 Photos•84 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$14 / night
3. HomeGrown HideAways
Bighill, Kentucky3 Reviews•22 Photos•44 SavesYou can spend a weekend in our Treehouse Yurt, experience comfort and seclusion in our Yome Away From Home, park your RV, pitch your tent, or hang your hammock.
We are also available for your wedding, retreat, reunion, fundraiser, or festival.
We are a farm in the mountains so be prepared to encounter INSECTS (mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers), WILDLIFE (deer, turkey, snakes, toads, and dare we mention the bear track we spotted one spring?), WEATHER (hot, cold, rain, snow), TOXIC PLANTS (poison ivy, stinging nettle, wild mushrooms), just to name a few.
We DO NOT have internet or cell service, though we do have a phone for emergency use (trust us, your "people" aren't out here). Instead, we do encourage other forms of entertainment: instruments, hiking shoes, fishing poles, bubbles, hula hoops, etc.
We also DO NOT have trash service. We will have recycling bins set up for plastic, cans, paper, and compost for your food waste, but plan to take your trash with you when you leave. We will have extra bags for those that forget. We also encourage you to bring your own dishes & cutlery to minimize excess trash as well.
You're always welcome to try our home line before 9pm at 859.Yum.Dirt (986.3478), but the best way to catch us (usually) is via email at Jessa@HomeGrownHideAways.org.
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- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
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- Group
- Cabins
$15 - $75 / night
4. Red River Gorge Adventures
Slade, Kentucky8 Reviews•43 Photos•94 SavesThe campground is on 10 acres of tree lined frontage on the Red River. There is a mix of trees/shade and open fields. It is a primitive campground, meaning that there are no power hook-ups or running water. There is an excellent canoe/kayak take-out. It's location in the heart of the Gorge makes it the perfect place for riverside camping and provides access to hiking trails.
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
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- Group
$8 - $20 / night
5. Wildcat Creek Farm
Lawrenceburg, Kentucky3 Reviews•36 Photos•24 SavesOur farm is located on the property where the ferry brought individuals across the KY River from Versailles, KY. We are a private farm and live here for the pleasure of the land, the quiet from the city, and the outdoor activities. We want to share this with our guests.
Come and enjoy bourbon country on the Kentucky River. We are located next door to the Wild Turkey Distillery, and within miles of a few others. Our 35-acre property offers immediate access to the KY River, and is within 5 minutes of an quaint downtown area, should you decide to go to town for a meal. Plenty of restaurants for your choosing! 7 minutes away is a Walmart should you forget anything. Come and relax in our peaceful surroundings. Horses, mini horses, goats, mini mules, all on site and loving attention. Bring your frisbees, cornhole, and yard games.
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- Reservable
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- Trash
- Picnic Table
$32 - $82 / night
6. The Ole Cornfield
Salt Lick, Kentucky9 Reviews•37 Photos•52 SavesLocal Family Owned & Operated est.2012 Riverside Campground RV & Tent Camping 50amp, 30amp, 110v NEW Bathhouse Kayak/Canoe Rental & Shuttle Service
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
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7. White Oak Boat-In Campground
Laurel River Lake, Kentucky1 Review•6 SavesWhite Oak Boat-In Campground is one of two boat-in campgrounds on [Laurel River Lake] on [London Ranger District]. The area is accessible by boat or by [Cold Rock School Trail] that begins near the [Marsh Branch Boat Ramp]
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.
Trails nearby: [Cold Rock School Trail #430] (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.
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8. Daniel Boone National Forest White Sulphur Horse Camp
Salt Lick, Kentucky1 Review•3 Photos•6 Saves- Pets
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- Equestrian
10. White Sulphur Horse Only Camp
Be the first to review!Salt Lick, KentuckyWhite Sulphur Horse Camp, located near Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland Ranger District, is developed as a primitive campground for horseback riders. The camp provides access to over 50 miles of multiple-use trails winding along forested hills and limestone ridges. Ideal for individual riders as well as organized groups, the facilities at the horse camp bring riders into the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest, the Pioneer Weapons Wildlife Management Area, and the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail. View information about Cave Run Lake Nonmotorized Trails for horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking around Cave Run Lake. Make this page look nicer by submitting photos of your visit to this campground. Learn more... Cave Run Lake area map The parking area can accommodate up to 30 vehicles with a trailer, up to 50 feet long. Picket lines and a watering trough are available for horses. The campground has no electricity.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Richmond
499 Reviews of 11 Richmond Campgrounds
DD
Traveler
The Ole Cornfield
This Place is Awesome! Favorite Camping Spot Ever
James, Lauren and their crew were the best! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The camping is just so relaxing, right on the river, open space, beautiful land! We can't wait to visit again.
- M
Maison H.
Scout
Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River
Excellent first time!
We spent 2 nights at Cummins Ferry with 2 other families! 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! We had kids that fished and played in the playground and sat by the fire every night! We will absolutely return!
- BButch K.
Ranger
Fort Boonesborough State Park
big, lots of trees and noisy
Stayed here a week. Had the place pretty much to myself especially on the rainy days. Outstanding features for me were the 4 pull thrus, one of which I scored,. Water is available here and there but not at every site. One side of the campground abuts an asphalt plant which was quit noisy at times. The park is on the river at the bottom of a valley. The highway traffic comes down one side with engine brakes bellowing and the passing lane going back up is almost as loud with truck drivers using every gear to stay up to speed. I noticed the number of dump trucks near the park/asphalt plant on my way in. Near quitting time for the plant the highway many feet above you sounds like the scene in full metal jacket on the beach with the helicopters coming and going, the plant is on the same side of the river next to the bridge. I was very close.
Shiner T.
Guide
Oh! Kentucky RV Park & Campground
OK enough
Just ok. Nothing wrong. Showers old and poorly done but clean. Sites roomy enough but packed in. Have propane and trash. Popular park. Lots of coming ad going.
- Pam B.Guide
Rockcastle Riverside
Easy access to Daniel Boone National Forest
We stayed here as the kick off to the KAT. The sites are grassy right next to the river. Bathroom is clean, and there is also a small camp store.
- SS B.Scout
Natural Bridge Campground
Not as advertised
The amenities are not worth the price. The bathrooms are not clean. We paid for a campsite that had water and electric but we had to share water with another site. Luckily there were a splitter available. The sites in the 30s look like they may be spacious but you are on top of one another.
The 5 star review on here is regarding the state park camping, not this site. Would not return.
- Gary D.Traveler
Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground
Noisy
Loud Carson road and kids playing basketball til 11:00 pm. They were very loud and vulgar.
Site had lots of room though. We left after the first nite. Lost our next 2 nites fee but worth the loss not having to stay any longer.
Staff somewhat indifferent.
Patti W.Scout
Callie’s Lake and Campground
NOT happy,
Made reservations almost a month in advance, arrived on given day and could not level our RV on a very unlevel lot couldnt even get our steps to come out as they hit gravel. Tried to move the RV around for over an hour and finally went to the store to inform them of our trouble. We were told they had no other space for us, so we had no choice but to leave. This was NOT our choice, they did not deliver what they had promised, yet no refund, or even a partial refund was offered. 3 years being full time on the road, this was a first such experience, and their lack of concern made us not happy.
.UPDATE Callie and I have talked and our issues have been resolved. We visited Callies Lake& Campground, no overnight stay
Benjamin A.Traveler
Wildcat Creek Farm
Nice spot on riverside
First thing first. Keven was awesome! Hands down best stay at a camp area I've ever had. Hospitality awesome. Animals awesome. Neighbors were quiet as well. Even though we had an accidental mishap. Kevin was super cool. Would definitely recommend. Will be coming back for sure.
The "island" site is a nice little shaded area above the riverside. Off to the right corner of the site is a set of stairs leading down to the river with an area to take some chairs and relax by the water. On a clear night it was super relaxing listening to nature and looking up in the night sky and seeing orions belt and the moon directly above the river. Pretty damn cool especially if you have never seen country sky at night. The animals are a few donkeys, chickens, and a farm cat all are very friendly and won't get into your stuff but occasionally will stop by and say hi. Overall....great experience. If you get a chance to book this spot. Don't think about it just do it. THANKS KEVEN! keep the bottle caps going!!!
- BBethGuide
Clear Creek Rec Area
Beautiful creek
Pros: Beautiful little creek. Well spaced sites. Low usage. Some sites are long. Nice hiking trails from campsite. Most sites are shaded.
Cons: Close to a moderately used road.
Pit toilets, picnic tables, gravel pads.
Chaz M.RangerNatural Bridge Campground
A lot to do
There is so much to do nearby. Awesome stores and adventures. Campground has WiFi, fishing for kids, and is in a great location.
- jjosh S.Traveler
Elkhorn Creek RV Park
Great Family Spot
We last minute booked this spot as a family getaway and we are so happy we did. It was perfect for our kids and dogs. Kids were none stop walking the dogs, and scootering up and down the road. Everyone was so kind, there was even live music! 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. We had a site next to the creek and it was beautiful! We are already talking about coming back!
- mmark B.Traveler
Whittleton Campground — Natural Bridge State Resort Park
Quiet, scenic campground!
Perfect for a quick one night stay while traveling! Reasonable, nice site backed up to a babbling stream. Short walk to bathroom with shower! Short walk w/ my dog on the trails before heading back on the road!
- WWill I.Scout
Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Very nice!
Just stopped for one night late in the afternoon and was easy to get off the interstate. Very nice grounds, clean restrooms, and quiet
- TTiffany S.Scout
Lago Linda Hideaway
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- Karen S.Scout
Oh! Kentucky RV Park & Campground
Family friendly
We have stayed here many times. Very clean campground.the staff is helpful and friendly. The shower and bathrooms have always been clean . Just wish that they had a fenced in dog park
- Angie A.Ranger
Turkey Foot Campground
Excellent find in the woods!
Found the perfect spot for our trailer and our friends car camping. Clean vault toilets. Each site has fire ring and picnic table. Pack in pack out even though some didn’t get the memo yet park service was there in the morning to clean. Limited to no cell service.
Carolin C.GuideRockcastle Riverside
Quiet on riverfront
Cool pet friendly place with hookups, and friendly people. Sites are close to the river.
Katrin M.
Legend
Koomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest
Very nice campground
We camped here over the weekend in a double campsite. It was very spacious and clean. The site had 2 picnic tables, 2 lantern poles, and and a fire pit. Everything was leveled, so the tent set up was really easy. The campground is very well maintained. Some sites have stairs in order to reach the tent pads. There is a bathhouse with flushing toilets and nice showers. They also have pit toilets, which I never used. There are several trails, that start from the campground. The area is absolutely stunning, but it was extremely hot, so we couldn't do too much hiking. But the plan is to return in fall.
- Ashlee G.Guide
Woodstock Campground
Our fave primitive camp in the RRG!
We LOVE Woodstock! Such a beautiful, open, peaceful property and each site has its own handmade benches and firepit. Literally right off the road for Red River Gorge so you’re 10 minutes from creation falls, sky bridge, chimney top rock, etc. Also right down the road from Sky Station and The Brick for beers, ice cream and coffee. Also just 15 minutes from the amazing Muir Valley climbing area. Literally couldn’t ask for a better location for a weekend in RRG. Not to mention how peaceful it is, away from the hustle and bustle of the other camps in Slade.
Ronnie is the kindest host, very considerate and welcoming. He helped us when we pulled in to guide our big rig to the best spot (35 foot camper). He has tent sites and space for RVs but it is primitive camping so be prepared - no water or bathrooms available. Oh and cash only!
We can’t wait to be back. Thanks Ronnie!
- BBryce W.Guide
Middle Fork Campground — Natural Bridge State Resort Park
Well Maintained Campground in RRG
We stayed here while some of our group did some rock climbing in the area. The camp staff was super helpful and offered to rearrange a few sites that were open so that our tents would fit better. It was during the week, so not all of the sites were full which gave him some flexibility. Some of the sites in the RV area are pretty small so do some checking when you select.
- RRick W.Traveler
Natural Bridge Campground
Okay
Sites are okay. We had one with trees so got some shade. Staff is friendly. The restrooms didn’t get cleaned the entire 5 nights we were here. The floor was swept but the same dead fly on the sink was there all week too. There are only 2 men’s and two women’s shower/toilet rooms for the entire camp. During the week it was not an issue but the place got full on Friday night and having two toilets for each sec is not a good plan, especially if two men want to shower leaving no men’s facilities until they’re done. Probably would not return.
Lucy P.RangerKoomer Ridge Campground — Daniel Boone National Forest
Excellent little campground!
One of the best forest service campgrounds I’ve stayed in. Beautiful and well maintained, lots of great hiking trails leaving directly from campground.
A lot of sites are too slanted for a van or RV, but amazing for tent camping. If you’re staying in a vehicle I recommend doing first come first serve or extensive research. The more slanted sites also are much more secluded - we couldn’t even see our neighbors most of the time. Unfortunately sound echoes so you can hear everything.
No hookups and super shady so solar is difficult. Was on Verizon extended network and had hotspot service from at and t and t mobile.
- AAmy K.Scout
S-Tree Campground
Great Campsite!!!
Bathrooms were clean. Campsite was clean. Campground very well maintained. So peaceful!! I have cell service with Verizon. I was able to make & receive calls. Internet signal was not the best, but I wasn't there for that anyway!
Elizabeth R.ScoutWildcat Creek Farm
Quiet and social animals!
Such a quiet place. The resident goats, mules, donkeys and horses are very friendly - just like the hosts!
Eleanor the Airstream R.RangerKentucky Horse Park Campground
Quiet offseason stay
Beautiful campground surrounded by horse country. Slightly rolling hills in campground but mostly level sites. We chose site 13 because it looked level in pics and had some open green space behind for our dog (neighboring site did as well). Able to set up with no boards or leveling blocks.
Lots of trees in campground (leaves hadn’t started back yet) and medium size lots with water and electric only. Two dump stations available. 2 laundromats, a pool (closed when we were here), and large camp store.
Jeremy K.GuideMiddle Fork Campground — Natural Bridge State Resort Park
Nice little campground
We stayed a weekend at Middle Fork. Nice campground. Spaces are pretty tight. Has a creek stocked with trout. Bathhouse was clean. Staff was sit friendly. Make sure bring extra power cord and water hose. The hookups are not located on the correct side at each site. All and all it is a nice place. Good place for kids to ride bikes. Most sites are pretty level.
Guide to Richmond
Richmond, Kentucky, offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a memorable experience in nature.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- Enjoy the convenience of drinking water and electric hookups at the well-reviewed Red River Gorge Campground, making your stay comfortable and enjoyable.
- The highly rated HomeGrown HideAways features clean facilities, including showers and toilets, ensuring a pleasant camping experience.
- At Wildcat Creek Farm, campers can enjoy a peaceful riverside setting with friendly farm animals and a welcoming atmosphere.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Explore the scenic trails and breathtaking views at Red River Gorge Campground, perfect for hiking and nature walks.
- Experience the unique charm of HomeGrown HideAways, where you can engage in community activities and enjoy the surrounding mountains.
- For a more adventurous outing, visit Red River Gorge Adventures for kayaking and rafting opportunities on the Red River.
Features that enhance your camping experience
- The friendly atmosphere at Red River Gorge Retreats (Miguel's Pizza) makes it a great spot for socializing with fellow campers and enjoying delicious food.
- Campers at Wood Creek Lake Ramp can take advantage of the beautiful lake for fishing and swimming during the warmer months.
- At The Ole Cornfield, enjoy a relaxing stay with access to the river, perfect for kayaking and fishing adventures.
Frequently Asked Questions
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Richmond, KY is Red River Gorge Campground with a 4.9-star rating from 22 reviews.
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