- Full Hookup
- Camp Store
- Marina
- Restaurant
- Beach
Lynnhurst Family Resort Campground places RV travelers inside a Kentucky Lake resort with cabins, motel rooms, condominiums, retreats, tiny homes, and glamping.… (more...)
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Things to do in and around LBL
How Do You Want to Go Camping?
Camping around Land Between the Lakes means choosing how close you want to be to the comforts of civilization — or how far you’d like to leave them behind. Outside the National Recreation Area, you’ll find full-service campgrounds with hookups, bathhouses, and easy access to Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley.
Inside LBL, four developed campgrounds are operated by the U.S. Forest Service:
Each offers a distinct setting, from lakeside camping to equestrian-focused sites at Wranglers.
Beyond developed campgrounds, LBL also offers designated backcountry camping areas and dispersed camping across much of the forest. With the proper permit, campers can set up away from crowds and experience a quieter, more self-reliant side of LBL.
Before You Go
Plan ahead for supplies, permits, and limited cell service, especially if camping away from developed campgrounds.
Cell Service & Navigation
Cell service can be limited in parts of LBL, so plan accordingly and be ready to unplug!
Permits
Backcountry and dispersed camping in LBL require permits, so be sure to obtain one in advance.
CAmping
What to Expect
Camping at LBL covers a wide spectrum, from established sites with modern conveniences to primitive areas where preparation matters.
Developed campgrounds generally provide restrooms, water access, and defined sites, while backcountry and dispersed camping require campers to bring everything they need and pack it all back out.
Cell service is limited in many areas, and stores, fuel, and restaurants are located outside LBL, so planning ahead is essential.
Permits are required for some camping options, including dispersed and backcountry camping. Wildlife sightings are common, and visitors are expected to follow Leave No Trace principles.
The reward for a little extra preparation is space, quiet, and the freedom to experience LBL at your own pace.
Campgrounds Around LBL
- Full Hookups
- Tent Sites
- Waterfront
- Marina
- Beach
Big Bear Resort Campground carries the history of a Kentucky Lake property that began as a fishing camp in 1948. RV and… (more...)
- Bathhouse
- Water View
- Restaurant
- Picnic Areas
- Marina
Eddy Creek Resort Campground places RV sites inside Eddy Creek Marina Resort on Lake Barkley. Campers stay near bathhouses, picnic and observation… (more...)
SILVER
Kentucky Lake Glamping
- Glamping Sites
- Beach
- Full Hookup
- Water View
- Restaurant
Book 2 Weeknights (Sun, Mon, or Tue), Get the 3rd Weeknight 1/2 Off!
Kentucky Lake Glamping in New Concord turns vintage campers, modern glampers, geodesic domes, tiny cottages, a lake house, and full-hookup RV sites… (more...)
- Pet-Friendly
- Marina
- Cabins
- Free Wi-Fi
- Full Kitchens
Lakeview Cottages is a family-owned Kentucky Lake property in Cypress Cove with nine furnished cabins ranging from studio layouts to three-bedroom lodges.… (more...)
- Pet Friendly
- Wi-Fi
- Lake Access
- Playground
- Pool
Sunset Harbor Hill Cabins provides two pet-friendly furnished stays at a campground near Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes. Cabin guests… (more...)
- Waterfront
- Pet-friendly
- Swimming Pool
- Marina
- Campground
Birdsong Resort, Marina & Campground has welcomed visitors to Kentucky Lake since 1961. The property brings 28 rental cottages, camping, marina services,… (more...)
BRONZE
Fat Daddy's
- Live Music
- Full Bar
- Outdoor Seating
- Lunch/Dinner
- Waterfront Dining
Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut is a seasonal waterfront restaurant and bar at Cypress Bay Marina and Resort in Dover, Tennessee. Outdoor seating,… (more...)
BRONZE
Holiday Hills Resort
- Swimming Pool
- Water View
- Full Kitchens
- Playground
- Marina
Holiday Hills Resort is a family-owned Lake Barkley property in Eddyville with cabins, townhouses, studios, campsites, and larger group accommodations. Pools, a… (more...)
- Full Hookup
- Fire Rings
- Fishing Dock
- Picnic Tables
- Free Wi-Fi
Jonathan Creek Campground features large 40-by-50-foot full-hookup sites near Kentucky Lake. Monthly and annual arrangements give RV owners room for parking, decks,… (more...)
- Picnic Areas
- Bathhouse
- Playgrounds
- Water Hookups
- Marina
Kenlake State Resort Park Campground brings RV and tent camping into a full Kentucky Lake state-park setting near Eggners Ferry Bridge. The… (more...)
- Water View
- Sandy Beach
- Electric Hookup
- Tent Sites
- Marina
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park Campground is part of a large public recreation property near the northern end of Kentucky Lake.… (more...)
- Beach
- Boat Rentals
- Swimming Area
- Paddleboards
- Picnic Areas
King Creek Resort Campground combines daily tent camping with seasonal full-hookup RV sites on King Creek Bay. Campers share the family-owned resort's… (more...)
- Waterfront Camping
- Rental Campers
- Marina
- Boat Ramp
- Full Hookups
Lakeside Campground is a family-owned waterfront campground on Jonathan Creek with full-hookup RV sites and daily, monthly, and seasonal stays. A pool,… (more...)
- Marina
- Private Beach
- Pool Playground
- Fishing Dock
- Boat Slips
Malcolm Creek Resort Campground places RV camping along a protected creek just off Kentucky Lake's main channel. Campers share the resort's marina,… (more...)
