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Rockcastle Riverside

Description

***Rockcastle Riverside has 20 back-in 100-foot RV sites with 50 amp electric and water hookups next to river. There is one full-service dump station. There are also 10 primitive camping sites with limited picnic tables close to 5 bathrooms. One shower is available behind general store/check-in with more to come in very near future. 20 more secluded and full day shaded primitive sites coming soon across the road at Turkey Trace. Fire rings are dispersed throughout all primitive sites on main campground and in Turkey Trace. Store has ice, water, soda, limited camping supplies. Kayak rental and kayak shuttle service also available. Campground is kayak take-out point; we can shuttle you to drop-in point (subject to availability) ***

Campground is on the Kentucky Adventure Trail Section 2 from Livingston to Newcomb. 30 minutes from Salt Peter Cave, One hour from Cumberland Falls, 20 minutes from Wildcat Mountain Battlefield. Only a 10-minute drive from I-75 exit ramp 49 to campground.

Fee Info

Hammocks are the same price as tents

Location

Rockcastle Riverside is located in Kentucky

Detail location of campground

Directions

It only takes 10 minutes from I-75! Take I-75 exit 49 go Northeast on 909, Left on 25, left on 1329, Rockcastle Riverside is 5 miles on left.

Coordinates

37.22873147 N
84.2587774 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 14, 2024

Easy access to Daniel Boone National Forest

We stayed here as the kick off to the KAT.  The sites are grassy right next to the river.  Bathroom is clean, and there is also a small camp store.

Site19
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 6, 2024

Quiet on riverfront

Cool pet friendly place with hookups, and friendly people. Sites are close to the river.

Site11
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Rockcastle Riverside by Carolin C., July 6, 2024
  • Review photo of Rockcastle Riverside by Carolin C., July 6, 2024
  • Review photo of Rockcastle Riverside by Carolin C., July 6, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Rockcastle Riverside?

    Camping at Rockcastle Riverside can cost between $20.00 and $40.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Rockcastle Riverside have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Rockcastle Riverside has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Rockcastle Riverside?

    Rockcastle Riverside is located at 862 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Rockcastle Riverside?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Rockcastle Riverside, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Rockcastle Riverside?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.