Best Glamping near West Point, KY

Otter Creek Park Campground and Louisville South KOA feature upscale glamping accommodations near West Point, Kentucky, each with distinctive amenities for comfort-focused outdoor experiences. Canvas tent options provide the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern convenience with real beds, quality linens, and electricity. Some units include private decks overlooking scenic woodland areas or Otter Creek. "We stayed at Otter Creek in the glamping area and it was the perfect way to experience nature without roughing it," one visitor noted. Heating and air conditioning systems ensure year-round comfort regardless of Kentucky's variable weather patterns. The Louisville South KOA's premium safari tents include en-suite bathrooms with hot showers, while other sites feature nearby bath houses with modern facilities. Kitchenettes with basic cooking supplies allow guests to prepare meals without traditional camping equipment.

Hiking trails wind through Jefferson Memorial Forest, connecting glamping sites to scenic overlooks and Otter Creek access points for swimming and fishing. The eco-friendly glamping resorts maintain careful environmental standards while providing luxury touches like delivered firewood and morning coffee service. One reviewer highlighted, "Even with all the planes overhead, the tree cover dampened the noise wonderfully. Love camping at JCMF." Sites are strategically positioned to maximize privacy while maintaining accessibility to amenities. Some properties offer guided nature walks and evening campfires with s'mores kits provided upon arrival. Reservations are required for all glamping accommodations, with peak season availability limited during Louisville's major events including Derby season. The proximity to Louisville (approximately 20-30 minutes) makes these glamping resorts convenient for combining urban exploration with immersive natural experiences.

Best Glamping Sites Near West Point, Kentucky (19)

    1. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    18 Reviews
    Fairdale, KY
    12 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "overall a good place, the group site are fairly large and have running water and compost latrines. Parking is not on site but only a short walk."

    "Just a guess, but I would say around 1.5 acres. About 2/3 of this site is open, grassy field. The other 1/3 is shaded."

    2. Louisville South KOA

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

    "They have a centrally located bath house and several cabins on the property. There are several longer term campers, lots of overnighters, and during the weekday it wasn’t difficult to get a space."

    "Nice nature trail and fishing pond. Pretty empty when we were here. The patio sites looked nice. We might come back sometime."

    3. Otter Creek Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, KY
    6 miles
    Website

    $12 - $22 / night

    "Very popular campsite for the surrounding area. Otter Creek runs through the Outdoor recreation area. Lots of hiking, biking and horse trails. Great opportunities for fishing also abound."

    "Beautiful trails for hiking, great creek for swimming, close to Louisville."

    4. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Leavenworth, IN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 738-8232

    $22 - $496 / night

    "Bathhouses feel luxuriously clean and large compared to most campgrounds. There are multiple play areas for children and beautiful hiking trails within and around the campground itself."

    "The staff was fairly nice, and even helped us out with a bit of a Karen camper. The sites have an asphalt pad that are mostly level. 50,30,20 amp service in one box."

    5. Charlestown State Park Campground

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

    $30 - $40 / night

    "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."

    "The trails are nice, pretty well maintained. There is a tour of Rose Island, which was very intriguing."

    6. Indian-Celina Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    Saint Croix, IN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 843-4880

    $21 - $44 / night

    "Our camp host was so sweet and gave us a box fan to use (there is electrical) so that we could have some relief from the heat.  

    Our camp site was nice and private yet close to a bathroom.  "

    "Gravel platform for pitching a tent. Clean bathrooms with flush toilets and sinks which were nice."

    7. Marengo Cave Campgrounds

    8 Reviews
    English, IN
    34 miles
    Website

    $27 / night

    "Sites equipped with electricity, a gazebo & picnic table, and fire pit. Camp store, cave tours, gift shop, and other pay activities are within steps of camping, but only open until 5:00."

    "Overall this truly was a cute little spot to camp out on our way to Kentucky!"

    8. Lake Shelby Campground

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

    $20 - $30 / night

    "RV sites and tent sites lakeside. Fishing, ducks. $5 swimming pool nearby. $20/night tents. Showers and restrooms. Nice parks nearby for equestrian, playground, disk golf course."

    "Site #11: nice shade tree, lots of roots exposed, set up tent on stone to avoid roots. Great space between the tent sites, but virtually no real privacy as public traffic into park was steady."

    9. Youngs Creek Horse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Paoli, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "Site accommodates both horse, drive in and walk-in camping. There’s a privy and water on site. Campsites have fire rings and picnic tables."

    "It sports a good-sized pavilion and well-maintained his and hers vault toilets. The camp sites were generous in size with gravel parking, fairly level pads, picnic tables, and a fire ring."

    10. Hoosier National Forest North Face Loop Campground

    3 Reviews
    Saint Croix, IN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "There are two lakes, Indian and Celina , in the immediate area, electric motors only, which just adds to my liking it;)."

    "My husband and I have been to Lake Celina for a day hike before, so when planning where to go for a weekend of car camping choosing this place was a no brainer."

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Glamping Reviews near West Point, KY

204 Reviews of 19 West Point Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • C
    Jun. 14, 2018

    Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    Great back woods camping with little ammenities

    overall a good place, the group site are fairly large and have running water and compost latrines. Parking is not on site but only a short walk. Lots of trail access. fishing at a stocked public lake is a short drive.

  • Sarah S.
    Oct. 18, 2020

    Marengo Cave Campgrounds

    Small sites but very clean!

    Camp sites are pretty small, but are aligned along a small stream. Heavy truck and train traffic can be heard at all hours. Sites equipped with electricity, a gazebo & picnic table, and fire pit. Camp store, cave tours, gift shop, and other pay activities are within steps of camping, but only open until 5:00. No security or staff at all after hours. Bath house was heated, extremely clean with flush toilets, and continual hot water. City water access in the middle of the campsite. Play area and 2 large covered areas for get together's. Newer cabins looked very nice from outside. Caves are obviously a must see while there. More caves are within driving distance.

  • Emily C.
    Jul. 7, 2021

    Elizabethtown Crossroads Campground

    Great spot to rest

    The bathrooms were beautiful and air conditioned! They were very clean and smelled like a swimming pool. They were nice and cool after a hot sweaty day and tent camping.

  • Jill R.
    Jul. 18, 2016

    Louisville South KOA

    Dirty Derby

    WE went to this KOA during the kentucky derby weekend, so of course you can expect it to be packed, we made reservations months ahead. When we got there is was not only packed, but there was no one enforcing the quiet hours, and it seemed like the cleaning staff could not keep up. There were loud people all through the night, and trash was overflowing everywhere. I'm not sure what it's like during other weeks of the year, but during the kentucky derby week it is a hot mess.

  • Kelsey R.
    Nov. 3, 2024

    O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

    Shaded and secluded

    Obannon Overall, this is a nice state park to camp in. Staff was very friendly. They have ice and wood. My kids enjoyed the nature center, pioneer village, and one of the easy trails.

    We stayed in 220. It was nice to be right by the playground and bathrooms (which is what we wanted). Some spots near the back would be nice and secluded like the 180s and 190s and they’re still not too far from the bathrooms and playground. The better playground is in loop A.

    I will say, I didn’t see any staff members cleaning up trash, getting campsites ready, or anything the 2 days we were there. Even though we went in November, it was a nice weekend and wasn’t dead, so I was surprised I didn’t see anyone cleaning. Wasn’t the cleanest state campground we’ve been at in Indiana. Certainly wasn’t awful though either.

    My biggest gripe was they were hosting a huge cycling group. Like the whole loop A. We were all the way back in C. They held a concert that went on from like 8-11 pm. Being in a pop up, it was so loud and never ending. Made it difficult for my kids to sleep. If they’re going to hold (or allow) events like these, it should be posted on their website. Even with our sound machine, we still couldn’t block it out. I realize quiet hours aren’t until 11, but to me there’s a difference.

    There is also hardly any signage and spots are difficult to find. No arrows about which way to go, signs saying which loop you’re in, and spots are only marked on the electrical boxes.

    Overall, may stay again and try out the pool since we’re not too far from home, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to stay here.

  • J
    Sep. 15, 2022

    Louisville South KOA

    Tent sites stink here, $50+, very expensive

    Tent sites: steep hill with rodents living there. Gravel driveway leading to tent sites: a trench sure to rip the exhaust off your car. The RVers and workers: they make it obvious you are beneath them. Pets allowed: you WILL be up all night with the barking chihuaua on the next site. Airplanes flying over head as you are getting ready to sleep. Traverse the lawn to the faraway bathroom to ruin your shoes at 2am. Laundry on-site but the workers will scowl while you use it. Catch all this ire for the grand old price of $50+ per night.

  • J
    Oct. 18, 2022

    Lake Shelby Campground

    Fun campground

    Fun little place. RV sites and tent sites lakeside. Fishing, ducks. $5 swimming pool nearby. $20/night tents. Showers and restrooms. Nice parks nearby for equestrian, playground, disk golf course. Huge mall nearby in Simpsonville KY. Drivable to Louisville. Stop at Wings n Rings, yum. Highly recommend. Closes for winter Oct 31 to tents.

  • Sarah J.
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Marengo Cave Campgrounds

    Relaxing Setting

    Overall this truly was a cute little spot to camp out on our way to Kentucky! One of the benefits of this site is that the cave and gift shop are right there, so you have a cool Opportunity to take a tour and then stay in the same area. The campgrounds are all equipped with a nice fire pit, picnic table, lean to, and the availability of electric hookup. The campgrounds also has a couple newer cabins that look really cute. The camper and tent spots are right along a cute little creek so it was very pleasant. They have a small shed attached to the gift shop that has firewood for sale. They have a small cafe that sells the usual hot dogs, chips, soda and the sort. They also have a larger open air pavilion that they provide yard games like, cornhole, horseshoes, and other games, so pretty nice. I would definitely recommend this as it is small and intimate, but if you are looking for private seclusion this is not for you.


Guide to West Point

Jefferson Memorial Forest Campground offers a unique primitive camping experience near West Point, Kentucky. Located on top of a hill approximately 10 minutes from urban amenities, the forest encompasses over 6,500 acres with mixed hardwood forest at elevations ranging from 400-900 feet. Despite its proximity to Louisville's airport flight path, the area's dense tree cover provides a natural sound buffer for campers seeking an accessible wilderness retreat.

What to do

Hiking extensive trail networks: Jefferson Memorial Forest Campground features trails ranging from 1.5 to 13 miles through diverse forest terrain. "Lots of trails ranging from 1.5 to 13.0 miles through gorgeous mixed forest of old and new growth deciduous and coniferous hardwoods," notes Robert P.

Fishing nearby: While camping at O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground, visitors can access Blue River for fishing opportunities. "Plenty of fishing along Blue River," mentions Corey T., though he notes the limited primitive sites at this location.

Cave exploration: The region offers underground adventures at Marengo Cave Campgrounds, with two distinct cave systems open for tours. "The people are super friendly and there are two different parts to explore. The dripslide caverns and the crystal palace cavern," writes Tiffany T., who adds there are additional activities for children such as mining experiences.

Water recreation: Lakes in the area provide paddling opportunities. At Lake Shelby Campground, visitors can rent equipment directly on site. "They have a playground for the kids, paddleboats and such for rent at a reasonable price," reports Dawn B., who appreciates that the location is "close to the city, but far enough away to exhale."

What campers like

Natural seclusion minutes from city: Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest offers unexpected isolation despite urban proximity. "You are literally ten minutes from anything you want or need. Once you get to the top of the hill you are far removed from the noise, hustle and bustle of city/suburb living," writes Mike G.

Budget-friendly options: Camping at Jefferson Memorial Forest provides affordable access to nature with basic amenities. "Having lived 62 years in Kentucky, less than twenty minutes from the Jeff. Forest, leaving to explore USA, then returning to my home state allows me a unique point of view. The seclusion here and the closeness to nature is a grand slam!" shares Robert P.

Seasonal beauty: Charlestown State Park Campground offers year-round access with particularly vibrant fall colors. "Charlestown State Park is a great, quiet campground for us to get away in our RV. We love that all of the sites are paved and most of the full-hookup sites offer a lot of privacy," says Nicole M., who appreciates the park's hiking trails and relative tranquility.

Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse animal species including herons, geese, ducks, turtles, and beavers. "Awesome wildlife for a park within the city: herons, geese (except for poop), ducks, turtles, beavers," reports Pj F. about their experience at Lake Shelby Campground.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near West Point, KY is Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest with a 4.3-star rating from 18 reviews.

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