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Boat Gunnel Group Campground is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest on Cave Run Lake. Widely known for its scenic beauty and varied outdoor recreation opportunities, Cave Run Lake is home to Kentucky's state record Muskie. This 8,270-acre lake is jointly operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Forest Service.
Nearby Twin Knobs Campground offers a boat ramp and beach.
Scenic foot trails in the area include the Boat Gunnel Shoreline Trail, the Oak Ridge Trail and the Wildlife Trail.
Boat Gunnel Group Campground offers a bathhouse with flush toilets and showers, picnic shelter, horseshoe pit and drinking water. The camping area accommodates large groups and is available by reservation only. The picnic shelter is equipped with a grill, serving table and electricity.
The Daniel Boone National Forest embraces some of the most rugged terrain west of the Appalachian Mountains. The forest lies within the Cumberland Plateau, where steep forested slopes, sandstone cliffs and narrow ravines characterize the land in this region.
Cave Run Lake is in the Cumberland District in the northernmost part of the forest. The lake is surrounded by the rolling hills of northeastern Kentucky.
The Morehead Office Visitor Center offers information about the Daniel Boone National Forest in addition to interpretive exhibits. A popular attraction within the Daniel Boone National Forest is the Red River Gorge Geological Area, which features more than 100 natural sandstone arches.
From I-64, take exit 133. Turn south onto KY 801. Go south 8 miles. Boat Gunnel is on the right.
Awesome spot for group camping! Ken is a fabulous host! There are 2 spots for rv hookup. Each electrical service has a 20 amp, 30 amp, and a 50 amp connection. There are 2 of these services, so our group had no problem with 4 pop-ups hooking to shore power. Air conditioning for the win! There is also a 4 way 120 volt plug at the pavilion. Lake access is phenomenal, with an easy transition to the water. Our large group had a great time, ate Pops barbecue ( which was delicious), enjoyed the clean bathrooms, appreciated the present, but not overbearing host, and will definitely make this a yearly event! Best spot on Cave Run by far!
Great little camping spot. Had to find a place to sleep quick before a storm set in and this worked out great.
Clean and well taken care of! Our church uses this camp ground every year!
Site for 44th Grand Annual Regatta, Cave Run Sailing Association. Portsmouth handicap Fleet, Catalina 22s and Sunfish! In Daniel Boone National Forest, many campsites, Cave Run Dam for flood control, managed by Army Corp of Engineers. Grounds currently managed by a contractor. Launch ramps, many, are steep. Park is in foothills of Allegheny Mountains. Picturesque! We sailed 5 races over 2 days. Really engaged, enthusiastic group of sailors!
