Best Dispersed Camping near Scottsville, KY

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2 Reviews of 3 Scottsville Campgrounds


  • Brandon ..The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Goose Island - J. Percy Priest Lake
    Jan. 9, 2022

    Goose Island - J. Percy Priest Lake

    Great place to camp!

    This is a really great place to camp if you have a way to boat out to the island. We use a canoe since it’s only a quarter mile or so paddle. The only down side (at least when we were there) is the raccoons. They will come up really close at night begging for food. They’re harmless though.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from First Creek Dispersed Camping — Mammoth Cave National Park
    Apr. 28, 2020

    First Creek Dispersed Camping — Mammoth Cave National Park

    All down hill

    First Camp Dispersed tent sites are an enjoyable hike down into the First Creek ,creek bed of Green River in Mammoth Cave National Forest, Ky

    If you go early enough in the season you will see some awesome rock formations. Once all the foliage fills in its not as picturesque .

    Find Ollie Rd on the back side of Mammoth and take the gravel road straight at the hard right turn. First Creek can be hiked to from two different parking areas and it’s part of the Loop trail used by hikers and horseback riders alike. A map is very useful for distances and trail directions because the markers are not always where they are supposed to be. There is an beautiful pond/lake at the bottom of the hike that empties into the Green River. Realize of course water = snakes and take precautions. Two choices of tent sites. Both have a fire ring , lantern hook and tent pad. Firewood is all around :) tote in your water or filtration system and everything you need cause the hike back up that hill ain’t short! It gets DARK here! You should have some beautiful star gazing opportunities and some wildlife interactions. Once again take precautions with your food, it’s a long hike back up that hill! Bug spray! Enough said! Love this out of the way area but it can be quite spooky ;) Enjoy ;)



Guide to Scottsville

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Scottsville, Kentucky, where nature offers a serene escape and adventure awaits. With a variety of locations to explore, campers can enjoy the great outdoors while experiencing the tranquility of the wilderness.

Unique Rock Formations for Dispersed Campers

Scenic Waterways for Dispersed Campers

Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping Near Scottsville, Kentucky

  • When visiting Goose Island - J. Percy Priest Lake, be prepared for raccoons that may approach your campsite at night; they are harmless but can be quite curious about your food.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Scottsville, KY?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Scottsville, KY is First Creek Dispersed Camping — Mammoth Cave National Park with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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