Distillery tours draw many campers to White Acres Campground, and the location delivers on that front. Set on the outskirts of Bardstown, the campground sits within a few miles of the historic town center and the bourbon distilleries clustered around it. The drive in is straightforward, and the property accommodates rigs up to 80 feet with full hookups including 50-amp electric, water, and sewer. Little Patch of Heaven Campground is another nearby option for comparison if White Acres fills up.
Shade is a real variable here, and it's worth knowing before you book. As Lisa M. notes, "shade is at a premium as there aren't many trees." The campground has two distinct halves: one side is open field with no tree cover, the other has reasonable shade. Reviewers consistently recommend asking for the shaded side at check-in. Sites are positioned close together, so expect limited privacy between neighbors. The campground is generally quiet, particularly on weekday stays.
There is a lake on the property. Reaching it requires a moderate hike downhill through undergrowth, so it is not a quick walk from the sites. The surrounding area gives campers access to Bardstown's historical features and the broader bourbon trail. No laundry exists on-site, but a Walmart and Kroger are within roughly five miles for resupply runs.
Utilities are functional. Steve W. found that "water and power were reliable," and multiple reviewers confirm the WiFi and sewer connections work as expected. The bathhouse draws mixed comments, described by some as usable but showing age. Maintenance of the grounds has been inconsistent, with at least one reviewer noting grass in need of attention in certain areas.
The campground operates year-round, and reservations are available. Campers planning around the distillery circuit should book the shaded sites early, particularly for spring and fall weekends when Bardstown sees heavier visitor traffic.
Description
80 Scenic Sites w/Full Hookups (Water/50-amp Electric/Sewer)
Picnic Tables
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Restroom facility w/showers
Recreation Pavilion available for events & reunions
Pets are welcome, but required to be leashed and cleaned up after.
Cabins
Map & DirectionsWhite Acres Campground is located in Kentucky near New Haven
Directions
From jct Blue Grass Pky & US 31E: Go 2 mi N on US 31E, then 2-1/4 mi W on US 62.
Address
3022 Boston Rd
Bardstown, KY 40004
Coordinates
37.80951527 N
85.51794875 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/24/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/24/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 29 min from Elizabethtown, KY
- 40 min from Louisville, KY
- 1 hr from Lexington, KY
- 1 hr 17 min from Bowling Green, KY



















