Wranglers Campground sits within Land Between the Lakes in Golden Pond, Kentucky, a US Forest Service facility built around equestrian camping. Horse trailers are a common sight here, and the campground's layout reflects that: sites run up to 60 feet to accommodate rigs pulling trailers, and the surrounding trail network is designed with riders in mind. The access road is rough, so drivers should be prepared before arrival.
Noise is part of the deal at Wranglers. Horses neigh through the night, dogs bark, and campers report that late-night activity from neighboring sites is not unusual on busy weekends. Sites are close together, and the campground fills up. One reviewer noted a discrepancy between online site labels and actual site configurations, so it's worth calling ahead to confirm pull-through availability rather than relying solely on the reservation system. Laura H. found the staff "clean and comfortable," and noted the cabins as a solid option for those who want a roof overhead.
Full hookups are available, including electric, water, and sewer connections, along with showers, drinking water, and a dump station. Nightly rates run $6 to $10. Nearby, Bacon Creek and Turkey Bay Vehicle Area & Campground offer additional options within the same recreation area. Reservations are accepted, and booking early is advisable for weekends when horse campers tend to claim the larger sites first.
Description
Wranglers Campground specializes in providing year-round opportunities for horseback riding and wagon driving enthusiasts. Most sites are capable of handling large motor homes and horse trailers. Campers have access to modern facilities, 100 miles of horse trails, activity court, and stalls, plus farrier and blacksmith services on weekends from April through November. Guided trail rides and riding stables are available from April through October. Horses have the right-of-way at this campground.
Map & DirectionsWranglers Campground is located in Kentucky near Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
Address
100 Van Morgan Drive
Golden Pond, KY 42211
Coordinates
36.73624393 N
88.00360536 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- 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
- 55 min from Paducah, KY
- 1 hr 2 min from Clarksville, TN
- 1 hr 30 min from Nashville, TN
- 1 hr 55 min from Owensboro, KY







