Best Cabin Camping near Shelbyville, KY

Lake Shelby Campground offers basic cabin accommodations near Shelbyville with access to fishing and recreational activities on the small lake. Louisville South KOA provides more developed cabin options with modern amenities including heating and air conditioning. General Butler State Resort Park features cabins with more comprehensive furnishings including kitchenettes and private bathrooms. White Acres Campground maintains cabins for year-round stays with hookups for electricity and water. Most cabins include beds with mattresses, simple seating, and electrical outlets. Bathroom facilities are typically shared unless staying in premium cabin options. "Nice showers, regular campground showers. Good wifi, cable and cell service. Good for a night or two," notes one visitor about the Lake Shelby facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. KOA-style cabins offer standardized amenities including furniture, climate control, and sometimes kitchenettes. Most properties require reservations, particularly during summer months and holidays. Advance booking is essential at campgrounds like Louisville South KOA, where a visitor mentioned, "We had our 16-year-old granddaughter with us, and she actually had fun." Pet policies vary by location, with most allowing pets for an additional fee. Check-in procedures typically require stopping at office locations first before proceeding to cabin sites.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic kitchenware such as pots, pans, and utensils are typically not provided in standard cabins. Premium cabins may include more amenities but still require personal items. According to a recent review, some locations offer camp stores with "firewood for sale" and basic provisions. Shelbyville offers multiple grocery options within a short drive of most cabin locations. Cabin renters should confirm what supplies are included when making reservations to ensure appropriate preparation for their stay.

Best Cabin Sites Near Shelbyville, Kentucky (16)

    1. Lake Shelby Campground

    14 Reviews
    Shelbyville, KY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 633-5069

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Great space between the tent sites, but virtually no real privacy as public traffic into park was steady."

    "Lots of mud still around the camp sites. A nice parking lot in front of sites to back your rig up. Pads are small in length so be aware of that when it mentions it on the website."

    2. Charlestown State Park Campground

    37 Reviews
    Charlestown, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 256-5600

    $30 - $40 / night

    "Great park for quiet camping. Picnic table and fire ring at each site. All have electric hookup...others are full service. Many relatively secluded sites. Bath houses clean."

    "This is a nice state park campground. The spots were decently spaced out, the bathrooms are clean, and there are some hiking trails from the campground."

    3. Louisville South KOA

    22 Reviews
    Shepherdsville, KY
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 543-2041

    "Great cozy area with good hook ups, friendly staff and good spacing. Will absolutely come back again especially with the proximity to the city but having peace and quiet to the south."

    "There was corn hole, ladder ball, pool, walking trails, access to the river, cat fish pond, small dog park, and washers & dryers."

    4. White Acres Campground

    12 Reviews
    New Haven, KY
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 348-9677

    "Well I really have nothing bad to say, it’s a country setting on the outskirts of Bardstown, KY. It’s just a few miles away from the scenic parts of town."

    "It's very close to Bardstown, KY which is an adorable town with some amazing historical features. The campground itself has hookups and has a very nice bathroom setup with great showers."

    5. General Butler State Resort Park

    12 Reviews
    Carrollton, KY
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 732-4826

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Great little park located just far enough away to get away but close enough to town to run and get something if you forgot it.

    Campground is pretty compact but stays pretty quiet."

    "No other RV sites were available to move to. Other than that, the campground was very nice."

    6. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    18 Reviews
    Borden, IN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 246-5421

    $23 - $64 / night

    "Picnic table. 15 pieces of firewood for 5 plus tax. Friends stayed in the chickadee cabin and d03. Neat cabins all wood with Portable AC.

    A few hikes."

    "There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean."

    7. Louisville North Campground

    5 Reviews
    Clarksville, IN
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 282-4474

    $40 - $45 / night

    "If you are looking to be close to downtown Louisville, this is the campground for you. The staff was super nice and the location is very convenient for getting downtown."

    8. Three Springs Campground

    17 Reviews
    Sadieville, KY
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 823-0258

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Final approach/exit to the park is very steep. Beautiful sites but fairly close together. Gravelled roads and pads surrounded by forest with three small streams cutting through."

    "We decided to come to Kentucky to visit the Ark and the Creation Museum. I found this little campground by joining The Dyrt. Three springs, was the best choice this summer."

    9. Grandma's RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Shepherdsville, KY
    29 miles
    +1 (502) 543-7023

    "it was a very nice place to just pull in off the interstate and stay the nice. had a laundromat so you could to your laundry. the owner was very nice person. they have a dog walk also so you can walk your"

    10. Follow The River RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    Warsaw, IN
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 427-3330

    "Park is well maintained. Nice sized pool and very clean pool area. Park has a playground and dog park. Lots of space between campers with cement patio, fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees."

    "They are pet friendly and allow portable fences."

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Cabin Reviews near Shelbyville, KY

195 Reviews of 16 Shelbyville Campgrounds


  • J
    Sep. 13, 2020

    Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    First time camping

    Stayed in D04. Had 30 amp plus 20 amp hookups. Picnic table. 15 pieces of firewood for 5 plus tax. Friends stayed in the chickadee cabin and d03. Neat cabins all wood with Portable AC.

    A few hikes. Horse camping so was cool to see the horses. A beach location and a few fishing spots.

    The lake doesn’t allow non electric motors so waters were calm. Caught some bluegills.

    Public restrooms and showers.

    Ice in the area cheapest at the truck stops and gas stations 2 10lbs for 5 bucks.

    Would stop again if in the area.

  • 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.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2022

    Follow The River RV Resort

    Florence, IN…Nice campground

    Park is well maintained. Nice sized pool and very clean pool area. Park has a playground and dog park. Lots of space between campers with cement patio, fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees. We had no issue pulling in our 42’ 5th wheel. We came in after hours and our name with sits number was posted on the door and plenty of maps for the park. Nice layout! You could barely hear a train off in the distance which sounded cozy. Campground is about 30 min from Madison and Ohio River is across the street. Only con- trash cans are like in a whole different country and hard to get too. Would stay again!!!!!

  • P
    Dec. 20, 2022

    Charlestown State Park Campground

    Wonderful clean quiet state park

    Great park for quiet camping. Picnic table and fire ring at each site. All have electric hookup...others are full service. Many relatively secluded sites. Bath houses clean. Multiple hiking trails which can be mixed and matched for longer hikes..all moderate.

  • K
    Jul. 8, 2021

    General Butler State Resort Park

    Great Park to relax

    Great little park located just far enough away to get away but close enough to town to run and get something if you forgot it.

    Campground is pretty compact but stays pretty quiet. Two well maintained restrooms and shower facilities. Property has a lodge, cabins, pull through, full hook up, and water/power hook up, primitive spots, and day use shelters.

    There is a pool and a restaurant are located at the lodge. There are a few hiking trails and a playground for the little ones. There is mini golf canoe and paddle boat rentals available as well.

    Free wifi (speed is questionable) but we found 2-3 bars on T-mobile and AT&T.

    We frequent this park since it is close to home and the smaller size makes it easier to turn the kids loose. They have enough to enjoy but not so much where we have to be active every second.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Three Springs Campground

    Three Springs Campground

    Final approach/exit to the park is very steep. Beautiful sites but fairly close together. Gravelled roads and pads surrounded by forest with three small streams cutting through. Sites are not particularly level. Bathrooms are clean and the hosts are attentive. The only trash bin is near the office by the out of service pool.

  • Lauren M.
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    Nice Campground, Pretty Lake

    This campground is very family-friendly and fun. There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean. We felt like there was good spacing between the sites, and we weren’t too close to our neighbors. Beautiful in the Fall!

  • Randy P.
    Aug. 25, 2024

    Follow The River RV Resort

    Great campground

    We absolutely love this campground, very friendly staff and well kept and clean!! They are pet friendly and allow portable fences.

  • Alan B.
    Jul. 8, 2022

    Follow The River RV Resort

    NICE! QUIET! RELAXING!

    It was a weekday in July, soon after the 4th, probably about 30% capacity, but even if it was full, this is a VERY NICE campground! Mostly level concrete pads, nice picnic table & fire ring. Internet, meh. Typical. We bring our own wifi (T-Mobile was fine). Good BBQ across the river at the truck stop (Hog Wild Pig Crazy) was very good. We live only 35 minutes from here but we'll be back if we just need to get away!


Guide to Shelbyville

Cabin camping near Shelbyville, Kentucky offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the amenities of home.

Explore the Scenic Beauty of General Butler State Resort Park

  • Experience the beauty of nature with electric and water hookups at General Butler State Resort Park, where you can enjoy stunning views and well-maintained facilities.
  • The park features a scenic overlook and hiking trails, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the area.
  • Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with spacious sites that provide a sense of privacy, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Cabin Campers Enjoy Nearby Activities

  • Fishing and swimming are popular at Lake Shelby Campground, where you can spend your days by the water and enjoy the natural surroundings.
  • Take advantage of the nearby parks for equestrian activities, playgrounds, and disc golf courses, all accessible from Louisville South KOA.
  • Explore the historic Rose Island Theme Park while staying at Charlestown State Park Campground, which offers great hiking opportunities and family-friendly activities.

Enjoy Comfort and Convenience at Local RV Parks

  • White Acres Campground provides a quiet camping location just a short drive from Bardstown, making it a great base for exploring local distilleries.
  • At Grandma's RV Park, you’ll find full hookups and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for a quick stop or a longer stay.
  • Swiss Haven RV Resort offers a family-owned experience right on the banks of the Ohio River, with opportunities for fishing and exploring nearby quaint towns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Shelbyville, KY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Shelbyville, KY is Lake Shelby Campground with a 3.5-star rating from 14 reviews.

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