3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin camping options are available near New Concord, Kentucky, primarily within campgrounds and state parks along Kentucky Lake. Paris Landing State Park Campground and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area Piney Campground offer cabin accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Most cabins include electricity, beds, and basic furniture, while some feature kitchen facilities with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathroom arrangements range from private facilities in deluxe units to nearby communal restrooms for more rustic options. "Bathrooms were nice, restaurant was closed for the season," notes a Paris Landing State Park visitor regarding the facilities.
Rustic cabins and more modern KOA-style accommodations are available throughout the region. Paris Landing-Kentucky Lake KOA provides furnished cabin rentals with amenities like air conditioning, making them suitable for summer visits. Reservations are essential, particularly during peak seasons from March through October when most campgrounds operate. Energy Lake Campground and Lake Barkley State Resort Park maintain cabin facilities with varying levels of furnishings and amenities. As one KOA visitor mentioned, "A spectacular secluded location with great pull thru sites. Shaded. Lots of activities and possibilities for the whole family."
Most cabins provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering only basic microwave access while others include stovetops and refrigerators. Campground stores at Piney Campground and Paris Landing offer basic provisions, though selection is limited. Visitors planning extended stays should bring groceries and supplies from larger towns before arrival. Cooking utensils, dishware, and cleaning supplies are rarely provided, so packing these items is advisable for cabin guests planning to prepare meals during their stay.
"Being close to water is always nice, and our family always looks for this when we are traveling away from home to camp. Kentucky Lake is nearby, and we spent most of our day here."
"Clean, pet friendly. A lot of sites! Access to lakes. Saw a lot of wildlife for such a big campground with lots of people traffic."
"Another great Tn State Park! The campground layout is odd. Some sites are pointed the wrong direction on a one way road, so you just have to drive it backwards."
"Large park with marina, tennis, boat rental, beaches and more. My spot was spacious and shaded."
Available this weekend
"Really nice spots have both non electric and electric. With America Beautiful Pass only 8 dollars a night non. Lots of trees with lake access. Quiet too."
"Restrooms and showers were clean. It was very active during one of the last weekends of the season."
"The camp ground is split away from the actual park by 68/80, a four lane highway, and there are zero direction signs telling you to turn toward Aurora instead of into the park."
"First be aware there are several seasonal campers who pretty much feel like they own the place, so their children's running around on golf carts, bicycles and walking through your camp to get to the "trail"
from $38 / night
"A spectacular secluded location with great pull thru sites. Shaded. Lots of activities and possibilities for the whole family. Great patio sites as well."
"Not a ton of stuff for the kids to do, but staff is very friendly and the shower house is nice and clean. Close to fishing."
from $50 - $75 / night
"One which will soon be all rental cabins."
"A friend and I and our 4 kids stayed in a camper cabin here in September. We normally tent camp but it was a weekend with record heat."
"Buchanan Resort is a well maintained resort with access to many amenities like a restaurant, pool, playground, pavilion, and store. The docks are easily accessible being close to the lots."
"Was greeted by friendly staff, splurged on a cabin and it was clean and comfortable."
"I didn’t really know it was a thing to bring horses to camp and ride them on the trails! Loved it. Spots are pretty close together but fine for big rigs."
from $6 - $10 / night
"Although this is a remote campground, it is situated in a State RESORT park, so it is more like glamping."
"Huge lake offers great fishing. The campground is not huge but does offer water and sewer hookups. They have 2 shower houses located for a 5 min walk from any site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $28 / night
"It’s easy to access and well taken care of in means of landscaping, our site was also right next to the front and the store!"
"The restrooms were spick and span. We would certainly stay here again."
LegendDo yourself a favor and pay for the golf cart! This campground is huuuge! We stayed here for an event and were amazed at how many sites there were. We had a nice campsite on the lake side, however the lake was pretty dry. Facilities were clean and we had a nice level site. All in all a fun time was had by all.
ScoutAwesome campsite rented a cabin we brought are dogs so we had to find a location that excepted pets and they were the ones who were friendly and awsome definitely recommend if u want a place to go this is the place
LegendBefore arrival, we received a helpful confirmation email with clear directions for entering the campground, although the turn was easy with our 40-foot fifth wheel. Check-in was exceptionally friendly—we were even welcomed by a fellow Brinkley owner—and escorted to pull-through Site A6 with full hookups. The utilities were easy to reach, and water pressure was good. We were pleasantly surprised to learn we could park our truck anywhere, even on the grass. Starlink would be questionable because of the mature trees, but the campground's Wi-Fi was better than most we have experienced at around 50 Mbps download and 24 Mbps upload. We had two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile, while our T-Mobile Home Internet work well. The upper A-loop pull-through sites are fairly level but somewhat close together. The terraced B, C, and D loops could be more challenging for larger rigs to maneuver, level, and exit. The campground also offers a fishing pond, cabins, tent sites, and a fenced dog park. Overall, this is a clean, well-maintained KOA Journey with friendly staff that worked very well for our overnight stay, and we would stay here again.
Scoutthe campground was great, staff was very nice and helpful, great activities for kids and adults, free paddle boats and canoes, cable tv, indoor and outdoor pools, really great place!
LegendWe are on a cross country road trip from Atlanta to Spokane to visit grandkids. Lots of one night stops for easy access and quick getaway in the morning. This place isn’t fancy, it’s a KOA. But it meets out needs. The site is level and shaded. Full hookups . There used to be a pool and playground that we didn’t use. Also a mossy “fishing” pond! And a store.
The bathroom/ showers were reasonably clean The internet is terrible!
It was quiet until three pick up trucks pulled in next to us and proceeded to do auto repairs! Lots of loud banging! Luckily it’s just one night.
ScoutWe tent camp, but like electricity, however the pads are concrete and can not get stakes in ground. Did not know it was okay to put tent up off pad in grass until we called a park ranger. By this time we was frustrated because we had already put tent up.
ScoutSites are in great condition from asphalt site, concrete pad, picnic table, to hookups. They are however very strict on their rules. MUST BE A DODID OR VA ID CARD HOLDER.
GuideI don’t think I have ever been to a larger campground. Lots of bathrooms I only used 1 and it was really clean. It was too crowded for me and too shallow close to the bank for fishing. No cell service. Nice playgrounds.
ScoutEnjoyed our stay. Bring quite a bit of leveling materials as the sites are very unlevel. 1 dump station and an older but usable bath house. The road to come in was narrow but we'll marked. Very shaded and decently spaced out. Water and electric only.
Cabins near New Concord, Kentucky cluster around Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley at elevations between 375-400 feet above sea level, giving them consistent lake views in most locations. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through August, making air conditioning a critical feature in summer cabin rentals. Winter temperatures typically range from 25-45°F, with periodic freezing conditions that affect cabin plumbing systems.
Fishing access: 5-minute walk at Land Between The Lakes Piney Campground where "Great easy drive from middle Tennessee with tons of great amenities and staff" according to David V. Boat ramps are available for launching personal watercraft, while bank fishing spots provide options for those without boats.
Winter wildlife viewing: The Lake Barkley State Resort Park area offers year-round access to hiking trails with seasonal wildlife spotting opportunities. "There are tight turns and two way traffic. Even the dump is on an incline," notes Lynn A., highlighting the rugged terrain that creates diverse wildlife habitats.
Basketball and volleyball courts: Several campgrounds including Energy Lake Campground feature maintained sports areas. "A friend and I and our 4 kids stayed in a camper cabin here in September. We normally tent camp but it was a weekend with record heat," writes Erin R., who appreciated the recreational options during hot weather.
Lakeside cabin locations: At Piney Campground, "Lakeside, gravel spots with good views and nice clean facilities" according to Hannah S. Many campers note the ability to "drop the kayaks right in at the campsite" as Jody A. mentioned, eliminating the need to transport equipment.
Swimming areas: Multiple cabin rental locations feature designated swimming areas with varying amenities. "The bathhouse was really nice, felt new and was very clean. The staff and park rangers were very nice," reports Shana D. from Paris Landing State Park Campground.
Family facilities: Rental cabins at Paris Landing-Kentucky Lake KOA offer convenient amenities for families. Russell S. notes the campground has an "Amazing family atmosphere made to feel welcome by staff and other guests. Perfect weekend start" with activities accessible from cabin doorsteps.
Seasonal operation: Most cabin rental facilities operate from March through November with limited winter availability. Energy Lake Campground operates "Mar 1 - Nov 30" according to their listing information, though cabin facilities may have different schedules than tent camping areas.
Utility connections: Many cabins have limited electrical outlets or require extension cords. "Sites 49-51 are mislabeled online. Booked a pullthru spot on 49 but it wasn't," reports Tessa C. from Wranglers Campground, highlighting the importance of verifying exact amenities when booking.
Water access challenges: Cabin proximity to water varies significantly by location and specific unit. "The D loop was nice and quiet with very little traffic. We were very close to the lake to drop our kayaks in the water or fish without going far, always a plus!" notes Nichole M., though she adds that site terrain can be challenging for families with small children.
Kid-friendly amenities: Tanglewood Campground's cabin options include dedicated play areas. "The grounds are well taken care of as I had previously said and honestly very inviting, the people are very nice and have an entire area for kids!" according to Abigaile J.
Water safety considerations: Lake swimming areas often feature muddy or rocky bottoms rather than sand. "The beach is muddy and rocky and the playground is old with just a metal slide and swings. We didn't want to swim here so maybe plan on doing that elsewhere at the lakes," advises Erin R. about Energy Lake Campground.
Booking timing: Reserve cabins 3-4 months in advance for summer weekends, especially for lakeside units. "The best spots book up quickly, especially for long weekends so reserve EARLY if you want a specific date," cautions Jody A. about securing prime locations at Piney Campground.
Site leveling: Many cabin sites share the same terrain challenges as RV sites. "Pads are not level. Saw a class A that had front wheels 10" off the ground and a TT with the hitch on the ground," notes Barry B. about Lake Barkley State Resort Park, indicating potential access issues for those with mobility concerns.
Extension cords: Pack additional power cords when staying in cabins. "It's a tight fit and our rig is only 22.5' TT. Our back in site was to the left on a one way road that I had to turn around and go opposite way so we could get in," explains Todd M., highlighting electrical placement challenges at Paris Landing State Park.
Seasonal road conditions: Access roads to cabin areas may be challenging during wet weather. "Nice campground. Clean, pet friendly. A lot of sites! Access to lakes. Saw a lot of wildlife for such a big campground with lots of people traffic," observes Shy-Anne W. about Piney Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular cabin campsite near New Concord, KY?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near New Concord, KY is Piney Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 26 reviews.
What is the best site to find cabin camping near New Concord, KY?
TheDyrt.com has all 33 cabin camping locations near New Concord, KY, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
