Waitsboro Campground, near Somerset, Kentucky, is a scenic retreat that offers a blend of relaxation and outdoor fun right by Lake Cumberland. With sites that provide stunning views of the lake and easy access to the water, it’s a great place to unwind and soak in nature.

The campground is equipped with essential amenities like electric hookups and drinking water, making it comfortable for both tent campers and RV enthusiasts. Visitors have praised the cleanliness of the facilities, including the bathrooms, which are well-maintained. One camper noted, “The bath house was very clean and the showers were hot,” which is always a plus after a day of exploring.

For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, there are waterfalls scattered throughout the area, and the nearby nature trails offer a chance to stretch your legs. While the campground is close to town, it maintains a peaceful atmosphere, allowing you to enjoy the sounds of nature without the hustle and bustle. As one reviewer put it, “This place was clean, had several choice spots with water view, and lots of shade!”

Whether you’re fishing, hiking, or just lounging by the lake, Waitsboro Campground provides a welcoming environment for all types of campers. With its beautiful surroundings and friendly vibe, it’s a great choice for your next getaway.

## Overview

 Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.Click [here][1] for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. 
## Recreation

 Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities. The lake has an abundance of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, rockfish and walleye, making it a favorite among anglers. The Black Walnut Nature Trail, located near the lake office, is a self-guided educational trail. The trail is open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4pm EST.
## Natural Features

 The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, offering sweeping scenic views. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. 
## Nearby Attractions

 General Burnside Island State Park is nearby. It was named after Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, who led patrols along the Cumberland River, circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. Visitors come today to enjoy boating, fishing, golfing and picnicking on Kentucky's only island state park. Burnside Marina is 10 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store. 

[1]: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/cumberland/tour.html

Waitsboro Campground - Lake Cumberland

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This place was clean, had several choice spots with water view, and lots of shade!  Loved it!  Lake Cumberland is the perfect summer rec lake to cool off at.  Near Somerset, KY as well for town "stuff!" The best part of this campground are the water sites.  Fall asleep to the sound of the gentle lapping of the water!

Waits Boro Campground 

This place is such a fun place to hang out and just play in the water, the camp sites are within walking distance to the water, and a majority of the sites have full hookups

Fun Rec Area

This is a big reservoir with fishing. There’s a short nature trail and a playground, plus the whole area has a lot to do. We were happy to find laundry here (it’s the little things when you have kids!). Good camp site but nothing fancy or really memorable. 


Lake Cumberland 

Nice COE campground. Plenty of trees . Clean and quiet

Great Campground 

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

Waitsboro Campground 

Nice clean campground 

Nice place, close to amenities but still feels like you’re somewhere very far. 

Pros: tranquil, beautiful, waterfalls at several locations on site, views of the lake from every location and I mean every location, clean, flushing toilets

Cons: they close the gate at night but it isn’t locked. Almost thought we were locked out and was ready to turn around, bathrooms sort of have a feeling of a rest area public bathroom but just cleaner

All in all, I think we will try and come here again.

Not a bad place to stay at all

This campground is built between a steep hillside and the Cumberland River. Most sites don't offer much privacy, but the views of the river are so nice. The bath house was very clean and the showers were hot. Our site was all gravel and level. I think every site has electric and water. Sites 1-4 are closest to the water, but do not have easy access to the river.
The campground is not remote. You can hear traffic from the nearest town. But, the campground itself is quiet. We would camp here again!

Can't beat the view!

Site 22 was perfect, and the host was very nice and helpful.

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