Best Glamping near Wilmore, KY

Cummins Ferry Campground in Salvisa stands out among luxury camping options near Wilmore, Kentucky, with accommodations featuring scenic Kentucky River views and premium comfort. The campground's glamping sites offer full electric hookups, water amenities, and convenient picnic tables for outdoor dining. HomeGrown HideAways presents alternative eco-friendly glamping options with yurts set between mountain ridges in a tranquil forest setting. Each glamping site provides distinctive comforts, with guests enjoying clean facilities, communal spaces, and natural surroundings without sacrificing convenience. According to one camper, "We had such an amazing time at HomeGrown HideAways! We stayed at the Yome, and it was perfect for our family of four."

The Kentucky River setting at Cummins Ferry creates a perfect backdrop for glamping adventures, with waterfront access providing opportunities for fishing, boating, and riverside relaxation. Guests enjoy access to walking trails along the river, a swimming pool, and weekend entertainment with live music and food trucks on Saturdays. The natural environment supports activities like disc golf, kayaking from the boat ramp, and wildlife observation. Glamping enthusiasts appreciate the security of the gated property while still enjoying the tranquil natural setting. A recent visitor noted, "We had the most amazing time and actually ended up extending our stay here because of how lovely this spot is. Secluded and tucked away along the river. Very clean sites... Peaceful spot without much noise. Little trail along the river to walk."

Best Glamping Sites Near Wilmore, Kentucky (8)

    1. Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River

    18 Reviews
    Wilmore, KY
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 865-2003

    $30 - $55 / night

    "It's situated high up on the Kentucky river bank which is nice but there's little access to the riverbank except from the floating dock and boat ramp."

    "Fairly close to shopping groceries etc. staff was friendly 30/50 amp service didn’t count the number of river view sites. But quite a few. Some sites have 20 X 12 elevated decks."

    2. Camp Nelson RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Bryantsville, KY
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 548-2113

    $30 / night

    "The staff are very friendly and helpful. They have really worked hard to bring this campground back to a place you would like to stay."

    "We seen the staff checking it every hour. It is open to the public which we didn’t care for. The playground was very old. The women’s bathhouse has been remodeled and was very nice."

    3. Lake Shelby Campground

    14 Reviews
    Shelbyville, KY
    40 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."

    4. Three Springs Campground

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

    $40 - $60 / night

    "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."

    "Quiet lil place clean showers and bathrooms extremely friendly staff who will go out of their way to help you set up. (Was offered hoses and power cords if needed)."

    5. Guist Creek Marina & Campground

    6 Reviews
    Shelbyville, KY
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 647-5359

    "The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I asked for the most remote location to set up my tent. It’s still pretty close (across the gravel road about 100’ from RV/trailer campers)."

    "Has a nice bathroom and shower facility. The playground is nice and has a pavilion right next to it. I have a small trailer which is easy to level up but most of the sites are not very level."

    6. HomeGrown HideAways

    3 Reviews
    Bighill, KY
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 986-3478

    $15 - $75 / night

    "Nestled in a narrow valley between high ridges of The Knobs, this campground gives the feel of secluded country living with your own trails and creeks to explore."

    "Instead of sleeping in it, which would have been perfectly comfortable, we actually used it as more of an extra shelter and we pitched out tents in the field in front of the Yome."

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  • Amanda S.
    May. 11, 2021

    Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River

    Cute but small

    We decided to go down for a weekend to see how we'd like it. It's situated high up on the Kentucky river bank which is nice but there's little access to the riverbank except from the floating dock and boat ramp. When we arrived there was left overs from the previous flood which made it very muddy. It's definitely dog friendly but with no trails to really walk them on. We found a game trail that took us down to the riverbank at the end of the campground and found a goat hanging in a tree from the previous flooding. Perfect campground for partiers who don't respect quiet hours and those who stay at their camper the whole time.

  • W
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Three Springs Campground

    Nice things come in small packages !

    My wife and I have been camping for years. 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. Very friendly staff and delivered my firewood next to the fire pit. Loaned me an electric cord extension and it was a delight to stay there.

  • 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.

  • Carolyn S.
    Mar. 30, 2017

    HomeGrown HideAways

    A great place to stay a while!

    Nestled in a narrow valley between high ridges of The Knobs, this campground gives the feel of secluded country living with your own trails and creeks to explore. The coffee is locally roasted, fair trade, and most importantly, served fresh, early and rich. All are welcomed here, including the primitive camper, the glamper, and the yurt goer along with the farm chickens and neighbor dogs. My personal favorite sleeping spot is in the tipi, which is large enough for a small crowd but private enough for a single sleeper. Facilities at the site are plentiful and clean. Art and crafts festivals as well as music festivals occur frequently here so check the calendar and plan to stay for a while!

  • B
    Sep. 12, 2022

    Three Springs Campground

    Nice quiet clean place

    Quiet lil place clean showers and bathrooms extremely friendly staff who will go out of their way to help you set up. (Was offered hoses and power cords if needed). I stayed in 4A and leveled with ease . It’s a back In Only but they are there with you to guide. Dog friendly which is a big bonus. Has some on site cats too. We are 36 class A but had many different sites available and some great looking primitive sites as well. We will be back to relax and get back to nature.

  • J
    Oct. 12, 2021

    Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River

    Cummings ferry campground

    Small park restrooms and showers. Very clean. Nice pool. Camp store offers basics. Fairly close to shopping groceries etc. staff was friendly 30/50 amp service didn’t count the number of river view sites. But quite a few. Some sites have 20 X 12 elevated decks. Full hook ups. Pet friendly. Was very quiet the week we stayed. Didn’t feel like bringing the camper home so payed for another week and drive back the following week. Cell service. Isn’t the best WiFi was available if I remember. Correctly rates were reasonable

  • Heather K.
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Lake Shelby Campground

    Not the worst place, but close...

    First, the good: Lake Shelby was easy to find. The signs were easy to see and tent sites are well marked. The office, RV area and restrooms were easy to find and also well marked. The tent sites were shaded by nice trees and were located right next to the lake. The group tent sites looked nice and had shade and open areas. You can rent a paddle boat or canoe. However, there has to be an adult in the canoe for rental. There are several docks and a boat ramp. You have to pay to launch and there is an honor box for that. The campsite itself, was mostly flat and partially shaded. The fire pit was nice as well. Now, the bad: The lake was brown and had an oily film across the top. It smelled of dead fish and something else that I couldn't identify. I saw people fishing, but I never saw anyone actually catch anything. The tent sites were down a dead end road, however the amount of cars that went past our site made me feel like there was a parade that lasted almost the entire time we were there. The paddle boat lost steering when we were halfway around the lake. The only thing we could do was go in a circle. It took 20 minutes for them to send someone to assist us. There was a trash can next to our site, however, it was nearly full when we arrived and no one ever emptied it. The restrooms are located at the RV parking area, so we had to drive to use them. In my opinion, the restrooms should have been built in between the RV sites and tent sites to make them easier to access by walking. Overall, I didn't hate my time at Lake Shelby, but there was nothing great enough to make me return or recommend it to friends.

  • Kevin T.
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Guist Creek Marina & Campground

    Had a nice evening

    The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I asked for the most remote location to set up my tent. It’s still pretty close (across the gravel road about 100’ from RV/trailer campers). The row of tent sites backed up to a fence line. There are trees along this row so you’re not in full sun all day. I wish the tent sites were along the edge of the lake, but this is safer for small children. I’d camp here again possibly. There is a shower house but I did not use this facility. A Rural King store and other retail businesses are less than 5 miles from the location if you happen to forget something.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Cummins Ferry RV Park, Campground on the Kentucky River

    Great park next to the river

    This is a small well maintained campground right on the Kentucky river. It is down in a hollow which makes it secluded and quiet. There is a dock and a boat ramp. The customer service is exceptional. Under new management since November, they are making some very nice upgrades. 30/50 amp full hook ups with a number of pull throughs. The sites next to the river are level and easy to back into. There is a pavilion and a pool. It is about 30 minutes from Lexington and about 8 miles to the closest town. The one lane road coming in might give you the willies but it is worth it. They have 5 WiFi connections making this some of the best campground WiFi I have ever had. This is a lovely spot with nice amenities.


Guide to Wilmore

Cummins Ferry Campground and Three Springs offer luxury camping experiences near Wilmore, Kentucky, within a 30-minute drive through the rolling hills of Bluegrass country. The region sits at approximately 850 feet elevation with temperatures ranging from mid-20s in winter to upper-80s in summer. Local campgrounds take advantage of the Kentucky River's 260-mile waterway that cuts through limestone cliffs creating distinctive camping environments.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Guist Creek Marina & Campground, anglers can purchase licenses directly at the marina store. "The place is beautiful with river view and valley overlooking sunsets every night. They have fishing licenses available, along with hunting," reports camper Nicklaus G.

Kayaking access: Cummins Ferry RV Park offers a boat ramp ideal for launching small watercraft. "There is a boat ramp (perfect for my kayak), docks to go fishing off of, lots of nature and trails," shares Jenn N. The Kentucky River access makes this spot popular for water activities.

Hiking trails: Lake Shelby Campground maintains walking paths around its shoreline. "Big fan of Lake Shelby - they have a few RV spots, some nice camping by the lake, overflow camping by the river past the dam, and primitive camping in the back along the lake trail," notes Dawn B.

What campers like

Weekend entertainment: Saturday events at Cummins Ferry create a social atmosphere. "Live music and food trucks every Saturday are a nice touch!" shares Whistle P. This adds structured activities for campers seeking community experiences.

Clean facilities: Three Springs Campground maintains well-kept washrooms. "Bathrooms are well maintained and clean. Lots of stars at night!" reports Sam O. Multiple reviews highlight the importance of clean restrooms for comfortable glamping close to Wilmore, Kentucky.

Secluded settings: HomeGrown HideAways offers a remote natural environment. "Nestled in a narrow valley between high ridges of The Knobs, this campground gives the feel of secluded country living with your own trails and creeks to explore," explains Carolyn S. The terrain creates natural separation from neighboring properties.

What you should know

Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require extra equipment for RV leveling. "The sites here are not level. We used our normal 2x green blocks for the Jack, but needed all 10 of our leveling blocks, plus 8 paving stones to get the appropriate height," reports Whistle P. about their Cummins Ferry experience.

Access roads: Some locations require navigating narrow entries. "Final approach/exit to the park is very steep. Beautiful sites but fairly close together," writes Donald J. about Three Springs Campground.

Water conditions: Lake quality varies throughout the year at certain locations. "The lake was brown and had an oily film across the top. It smelled of dead fish and something else that I couldn't identify," notes Heather K. about Lake Shelby. Seasonal rainfall affects water clarity.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Lake Shelby Campground offers recreation facilities for children. "There is an awesome play area for the kids and the shower facilities were clean," writes Jenny O. This provides structured activity options for younger campers.

Alternative shelters: Some locations offer unique accommodation options for families. "We stayed at the Yome, and it was perfect for our family of four. Instead of sleeping in it, which would have been perfectly comfortable, we actually used it as more of an extra shelter and we pitched our tents in the field in front of the Yome," shares Cassandra C. about their stay at HomeGrown HideAways.

Fishing with kids: Guist Creek provides shoreline fishing access for families. "The lake is beautiful. Dog and I took a little canoe ride," shares Brandon E. The shoreline allows supervised fishing without boat requirements.

Tips from RVers

Hookup assistance: Staff helpfulness varies between locations. "I just brought my RV here for an extended stay and the staff made every effort to make sure my stay would be enjoyable! They even came out and helped me hook everything up (I'm a newbie to RV camping)," writes Jenn N. about Camp Nelson RV Park.

Site dimensions: Verify length requirements before booking. "We stayed one night here, and it was great! We had been traveling all day and decided to find a place to camp. We ended up with a beautiful, quiet place, right on the lake, and we set up camp as the sun was setting," reports Jenny O. Site limitations can impact larger RVs.

Backing assistance: Some campgrounds provide parking guidance. "Quiet lil place clean showers and bathrooms extremely friendly staff who will go out of their way to help you set up. It's a back In Only but they are there with you to guide," notes Bobby C. about Three Springs Campground.

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