Best Tent Camping near Somerset, KY

Recent Tent Reviews near Somerset, Kentucky

486 Reviews of 21 Somerset Campgrounds

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  TNWoodsman

  Traveler

  

  May. 18, 2023

  Bee Rock Rec Area

  Moto Camping

  Review from the perspective of a motorcycle traveler tent camping. Tent sites are along two sides of a river. Clean and well maintained. Nice hidden gem. Honor system payment of $15 at envelope boxes.

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  TNWoodsman

  Traveler

  

  May. 18, 2023

  Great Meadows Campground

  Moto Camping

  Review from the perspective of a motorcycle traveler tent camping. Tent sites are along a stream on Racoon side. Got surprised by a bear while gathering firewood nearby. Clean and well maintained although it was a  sleepless night because of a group of drunk locals.

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  Andy K.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 13, 2023

  Obey River Park

  Nice campsite with good lakeside sites

  Had a nice week camping in a tent right on the side of the lake. The bathroom facilities were good, plenty of hot water for showers and the place was kept clean. When we stayed it was nice and quiet during the first week of the season.

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  Ella L.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 3, 2023

  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

  A few great tent sites. Tons to do!

  This was my first time to the Niagara of the South. My husband and I left our dog back in Louisville for this trip which was originally an attempt to see the moon bow at Cumberland Falls. 

  We looked at the tent site map on the state resort park map and nothing looked GREAT except for Clifty Campground spots 050, 048, and 049 they all look isolated from any of the other sites with 050 being a site that you have to traverse a grassy/rocky area from your car to set up. 

  We opted for spot 047 because, on the map, it looked set back from the campground road… and it was… sorta. Nothing at this campsite is going to be private. The majority of the sites do not have so much as a weed between them although the sites themselves are very roomy for car camping. Your vehicle will be a presence at the site, which have electric hookups so if, like me, you have an electric car… it's nice to be able to simply plug the car in. This site did not get a lot of shade except for where we had the tent set up, and still… that would've received sun had it not been raining. 

  Our site had a good picnic bench, a sturdy wooden post for hanging trash etc and the fire pit seemed pretty new. The grill wasn't bent at all, which was a 1st in my years of camping. The view from this site was pretty cool… we set out tent up at the furthest out spot on the small cliff as we could before it turned to mostly rock and faced the door out over the trails. We hung our rain tarp because, instead of a moon bow, we endured a nearly 24 hour torrential downpour. The tarp, which is small, and having the tent faced appropriately gave us a semblance of privacy although we had a camper van family next to us. Site has a lot of gravel so it was reasonably muddy but not dried out quick. 

  There are a lot of raccoons that visit the dumpster area so expect it to be a little messy if your fellow campers aren't shutting the dumpster lids. Shower facilities reminded me of middle school camp… kind of mildewed… and well… rustic. Everything functioned and it wasn't "gross" just old. Water was hot. Toilet stalls (ladies) were small. I weight 130 and at 5 foot 2 it was a tight squeeze for me. 

  We hiked the WIldflower Loop Trail (1.5 miles) in a drizzle and although wet it was safe. When the rain stopped we hiked Eagle Falls Trail and it was very muddy but the views were worth it. 

  Would love to go back but if camping in a tent it's a must to get one of the two more private spots, or at the very least

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  Crystal H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 3, 2021

  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

  Amazing time

  We stayed at site RV33. We have a 25ft travel trailer and it was perfect. There were two tent sites very close to us, but we had more than enough room. If we were to go again, we would pull straight into the site (this would have put our slide towards the road). The tent sites looked to be the best tent sites I’ve seen. The bath house was very clean. The staff was very helpful. There were trails from the campground to Cumberland Falls. We hiked to see Cumberland Falls (from the lodge) and Eagle Falls. After a short drive, we hiked Natural Arch and Yahoo Falls.

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  Terry S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 20, 2019

  Waitsboro Campground - Lake Cumberland

  Waitsboro Campground

  A nice quiet campground on Lake Cumberland in the Burnside area.  Nice RV sites and tent sites

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  Lance W.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 25, 2023

  Turkey Foot Campground

  Hidden gem

  We finally made it hear this spring and as long as you enjoy tent camping and no RVs this is your place. We’ll be back!

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  Anna C.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 20, 2018

  Pulaski County Park

  Beautiful, but crowded and the crowd isn’t usually child friendly.

  This campground is in a great location. Only a 10 minute drive from Somerset, the “big” city, for supplies & food.

  Theres a very large walking trail, and archery area. You can put a boat right in at their little dock as well. The lake view is gorgeous. There’s many places for kids to play, a basketball court, volleyball court, disk golf, and a small beach area.

  The cost of camping there is very affordable. They also have little cabins you can rent.

  Despite the no alcohol rule, there’s still a lot of partying at night. No one really enforces that. It can get loud and I have heard from friends incidences of theft and cars getting scratched up at night.

  The campsites are close together, so perhaps we just got unlucky with our “neighbors”. We do visit a lot during the day just to swim at the lake and give the kids playtime.

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  Terry S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 20, 2019

  Pulaski County Park

  Pulaski County Park

  This is a large and clean campground. It has RV sites, tent sites, and shelter houses.. There are several cabins on site. Great  lake views and beach.  Lots to do at PCP.

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  Heather K.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 31, 2018

  Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

  Nice facilities! Awesome restaurant!

  We tent camped in August. The campground area was huge and perfect for tent camping or an RV. We were next to the restroom building which also served as a storm shelter. The restrooms were air conditioned and very clean! The only negative thing I have to say about the site is the fire ring needed to be cleaned out. The Rowena Landing restaurant had a good buffet and excellent catfish! The pool was closed for repairs and that was disappointing. The country store was very close and offered a small selection of foods, but most everything you would need for your campsite. The mini golf was fun, but there was a little flooding on the course due to a crazy storm the day before. Everyone was very nice and this felt like a safe place to be. The lake was crazy beautiful and worth going out on to see.

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  Dan N.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 1, 2016

  Little Lick Campground

  Camping along river

  Take an awesome little ferry across the river (or drive around). Tent sites vary in privacy. Great simple site, clean. No trails on site but we did a pretty one nearby (forget the name). Babbling river and nice wildlife. Good place to bring a boat.

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  Lori H.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 13, 2018

  Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park

  Perfect getaway for a family

  My only complaint is I didn't have more time to spend. Our site (L4) was shaded all day long, which is important when you tent camp. The grounds are well kept. Plenty of park hosted activities for kiddos and adults. A lot of trails, good clean pool, nice clean bathrooms, excellent staff!

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  Lisa D.

  Guide

  

  May. 23, 2023

  Kendall Campground

  Only tent site

  I had the only tent site. It was adequate but many stares up and down. No water no electricity. Bathrooms were clean, campground was clean and quite. There is a snack shack outside the gate and they have bait. Good fishing lake and river.

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  Katie W.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 12, 2018

  Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Campground

  Pickett State Park Campground

  This is a great campground that offers a lot of amenities, including a bath house, fire rings, picnic tables and offers both RV and tent camping. The people in the campground were respectful and there were trailheads leading directly from the campground to the wilderness. Pickett is a great place to visit because it’s an international dark sky, there are beautiful natural bridges and lots of recreation opportunities.

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  Sterling H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 8, 2021

  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

  Crowded and noisy

  This place is not for you if you are looking for solitude or silence. It might be your scene if you’re into parties. Tent sites were not all accessible by drive up - some you had to park at the top of the hill and walk down. Bathrooms were clean though, and the staff was friendly. Can’t beat the proximity to the falls either.

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  Tracy S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 29, 2019

  Renfro Valley KOA

  Okay tent site

  Got here just after dark. Was a bit difficult finding the office. The office was closed but they left me information on my assigned site and a map. The tent sites are off a gravel, poorly maintained path that was difficult to locate in the dark. The site itself was okay but on a hill. The location was convenient and my pup enjoyed using the enclosed dog area to run around.

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  Joanna H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 7, 2016

  Levi Jackson Wilderness State Park Campground

  Our favorite state park campground

  We usually camp here at least 3 times every year. They have dedicated tent sites with electric and also a primitive tent area. It's open year around but in the summer season you can take a trail off of loop I that leads to the community pool to cool off. The campground organizes fun activities for the summer holidays like tie dying, camper's only pool party, bingo, best decorated campsite, etc. It always seems to pack out everytime we are there.

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  Ralph M.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 16, 2024

  Tuscarora Glade

  Great site for looking at the stars

  This site is perfect for primitive tent camping and laying back to look at the stars. Pickett County Tennnessee is one of the few places in the world with a Dark Sky rating, meaning there is little to no light pollution. Tuscarora Glade is so dark at night and the stars are just so brilliant looking up through the opening in the Glade. You are surrounded by trees with a fabulous open spot to view the heavens. Come enjoy this little bit of paradise.

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  Benjamin M.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 9, 2021

  COE Lake Cumberland Fall Creek Campground

  Lake Cumberland tent camping off boat

  We went after labor day in September n it was closed from road we put in at boat ramp landed here n late afternoon had sandy beaches like n Florida but hidden n small. U can grill out camp fire n party down.we had no one bother us.We fished for all caught brown n rainbow trout,blue cats,gar,bluegill,striper but caught most from banks. Seen a wild mink n other wildlife. Great for kids or Adults or guys night out we tent camped n used electric outlets to charge phone & plug in boom box.

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  Sara S.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 25, 2016

  Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

  great for families

  We took a trip here with my older parents and chose to stay in the lodge for the added amenities. We did drive around the campground area though for future reference and were not sad about our choice to stay in the lodge. The campground has 3 separate areas all smaller but the sites are similar throughout- simple, not secluded, and probably better for RV campers than tent camping. The highlight of the park for us was the disc golf course. There were a couple hiking trails that were nice as well. I didn’t choose to horseback ride but the reviews from our family were positive. This is a nice park with tons of little features that make it great for a family with all ages.

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  Amy S.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 12, 2020

  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

  Very Nice Campground

  We stayed in tent site 19. I think it is definitely the best site in the campground. Sites 19 and 20 are a couple of the only sites with any privacy. Site 19 is a walk in (down) but the site itself is huge and the tent platform is built out on a rock outcrop. Overall the campground is nice but the other sites are very close together. The rangers/camp hosts came by while we were gone to warn us about bear activity in the campground, you do need to be careful with food. We went to see the moonbow so it was fairly busy while we were there. We also took a hike to Eagles Falls where it seems to be clothing optional swimming...lol It didn’t bother us but just an FYI. We had a very relaxing 3 days at Cumberland Falls, would definitely recommend it.

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  John P.

  Traveler

  

  May. 31, 2021

  Laurel Lake Camping Resort

  Nice family run campground!

  Nice campground surrounded by forest. They have a pond for fishing and another pond for swimming with nice Sandy beach. They also put out bouncy houses for the kids at no extra cost. You can rent golf carts which is helpful since the campground is fairly large, the front and back sites are separated by a manmade dam that forms the swimming pond. Tent site tucked away in the woods give you the secluded experience with amenities nearby. Bathrooms and showers are what you'd expect and kept clean and we'll stocked. Family run campground and they work hard to give a family feeling. Movies on the lawn, dance parties, bands on Holiday weekend while we were there. Very close to Daniel Boone forest and Laurel Lake and Marina's. This was our 2nd time and we will definitely come back

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  Martin M.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 3, 2020

  Bandy Creek Campground — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

  Nice amenities, pool, playground

  Just ran into this spot and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it was especially for the cost. Showers and facilities were great and clean. Tent camping and RVs were separated in different loops which is nice.

  The campsite is nice and wooded, sites are spaced nicely. There was a bear box and a fire ring at my site. Plenty of hiking nearby.

  The recreation area was a real nice surprise in terms of scenery. The rafting looked great at the right time of year.

  I don’t think there was any first come first serve sights, but there were plenty of sites mid October.

  There looks like great mountain biking, horseback riding, and some challenging hiking near by.

  I’d check out Yahoo Falls which was really nice. I can imagine at high water Angel Falls would be grand, even though there was low water it was a nice and easy hike along the river.

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  Shelly S.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 12, 2018

  Charit Creek Lodge

  Step back in time

  Charit Creek Lodge in Big South Fork is AMAZING! There is a price tag on any unique experience but you do have a choice as to how unique it want it to be.

  The Lodge offers group cabins, single beds, tent sites and Tentsile sites WITH a beach ;) What makes it so cool is these are original wood cottages with wood bunk beds and stoves for in the winter. They offer meal packages with your reservations too.

  The guy that runs the place looks like a settler from the ole days with a red beard and “earth” attitude.

  To get here you have to hike, ride a horse or bike. There is a road in but not for visitors. There are stalls for your horses to as well as a tie out area if your just passing through.

  A place to visit even if you don’t want to over night just for the history. The lodge is located at the “intersection” of several trails. My favorite trail down is from the Twin Arches and back through Jakes Place.

  There is a large lodge that is split into sleeping areas and a dining area with a nice covered porch with rocking chairs to pass the afternoon away in. Adjacent is the small kitchen that is used to prepare meals and there are snacks that you can purchase(bring cash) There is a restroom above a storage locker which is surrounded by a small kitchen garden. The cabins are behind the lodge as well as an old barn.

  We walked back to the Tentsile area that had just been set up with brand new Tentsile 3 person tents. The creek that runs past has a little sand beach and there is an area that is almost waist deep to relax in. You pass a small mowed trail that leads back to two rope hammocks to relax in . On the way back to the cabins you can see the trail that leads in to one of the tent sites that also sits next to the river.

  Dogs are permitted in the cabins and tent areas , not in the Tentsile area. Horses are allowed in the stable and tie out areas.

  Just an awesome place to visit, it really makes you think about how people used to live in the old days and how remote they actually were.

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  Shelly S.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 19, 2017

  Lake Cumberland State Resort Park

  More trails..

  Lake Cumberland State Resort Park is right outside Jamestown, Ky. Easily accessible and on the way to or from Daniel Boone National Forest.

  First there are plenty of things to do. A large Marina on the lake gives you options on your mode of travel to get to the park. The Lodge offers some sweet views of the lake from the rooms and overlook. There are tennis courts, disc golf, miniature golf and a horse stable.

  The campground is midsize. But be aware that if you have a larger rig you aren't getting in any of the "branches" of the campground. That being said there are plenty of tent sites.

  Two drawbacks for me, there is only one trail an approximately 4 mile loop with some okay overlooks and semi strenuous terrain. And two the campground is loud. The noise from the marina carries and the other campers while I was there were very noisy late into the night.

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  L&A C.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 27, 2024

  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

  Small but Nice!

  Easy to find, well marked. It’s has many (12) trails and many falls. Would definitely recommend shopping before camping, it’s several miles, and mountains, to get to stores. There are several lodging options…cottages, The Lodge, (which is beautiful) tent and RV camping. There are 2 small campgrounds ~ 1) Ridgeline which accommodates RVs up to 26”, water and 10/30/50 amp hook ups. Sites have a fire ring and picnic table. WiFi is available, and there is a dump station. A small playground, office/campstore, and a bathhouse and laundry next to it. 3 sites are walk-in. Big rigs would have to stay elsewhere. 2) Clifty Campground is tent camping only 7 sites offer electric and water. WiFi is also offered. There is a bathhouse and a playground, and these CG’s are pet friendly. (Falls Creek is a few miles up the road…they have pull through and back ins. For bigger Rvs. They also have tents, wagons, cabin rentals, and primitive sites) We had no T-Mobile service, or satellite service in our vehicle. The trails and Cumberland falls were awesome. The horse rides looked amazing, and the Pool was big, with a diving board, and a small fee for campers to use it.

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  Roger W.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 8, 2023

  Bandy Creek - Big South Fork National River Rec Area

  Bandy - Pretty Nice

  (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good 70 yr olds in 17’ trailer: Overall Rating: 4.5 Price: $16 w senior annual pass Usage during visit: 70% during weekend Site Privacy: 4 - best sites Site Spacing: 4 Site surface: blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise 5 some children having fun. That’s fine. No adult noise Road Noise: 5. Some sites near the park road will have some, however traffic is light during our stay.
  Electricity: Yes, but not tent sites. Water: Yes Sewer: No Dump Station : Yes Bathroom: 4. Clean and heated. Pull Throughs : Some Cell Service (Verizon): 3 hit and miss Setting: in pine/ deciduous forest Weather: 3. Mostly chilly and intermittent rain. Bugs: Mosquitoes, but very few right now Solar: Doesn’t look like it will be very good Host: inconspicuous Location: Pine/ deciduous forest with many dogwoods flowering. Extra Notes: some sites back up close to sites in other sub-loops. Watch for that when you study th CG map.