Spring has sprung in our New Kentucky Home, and that means it’s time to go camping! Whether you prefer camping in a tent or an RV, Kentucky State Parks have locations across the commonwealth for you to visit.
Campgrounds that have opened for the season include Barren River Lake, Big Bone Lick, Blue Licks Battlefield, Carr Creek, Columbus-Belmont, Dale Hollow Lake, General Burnside, General Butler, Grayson Lake, John James Audubon, Kentucky Dam Village, Kincaid Lake, Lake Barkley, Lake Cumberland, Lake Malone, Natural Bridge, Paintsville Lake, Pennyrile Forest, and Yatesville Lake.
Each public campsite facility offers amenities such as restrooms, trail access, RV electric and water hookups, a fire ring, picnic tables, and more — all in a beautiful setting with affordable rates.
Don’t miss Camper Appreciation Weekend on April 24 and 25. This popular spring event offers campers a promotional discount of two nights for the price of one. Bookings for this event can be made through Reserve America or by calling 888-4KY-PARK to start planning.
Taylorville Lake, Cumberland Falls, Jenny Wiley, Carter Caves, Greenbo Lake, My Old Kentucky Home, and Kenlake campgrounds will remain closed as they continue to undergo $23 million in renovations and upgrades that will improve the experience for Kentuckians and visitors alike. These campgrounds will open later in the season, featuring brand-new bathhouses, improved electric and sewage lines, bigger camper pads, and other amenities.
Kentucky State Parks campgrounds will remain open through mid-November, and a few sites remain open during the winter months. To learn more about camping at Kentucky State Parks, visit parks.ky.gov/parks/camping.
Whichever park you choose for your camping adventure, there are plenty of wonderful options. Be sure to tag @KentuckyStateParks and #MyNewKYHome in your social media posts.
Kentucky is home to 44 state parks, including 17 resort parks and 13 golf courses. For the latest information, be sure to visit parks.ky.gov.
