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From town: Go 5 mi SW on US 25, then 2 mi N on Hwy 1193, then 3-1/2 mi NE on FR 558 to boat ramp. Then 1 mi by private boat on the Laurel River Lake.
Probably one of my most favorite campgrounds in the state of Kentucky
A great quiet get away. About a mile from either boat ramp accessible by canoe. 2 points to choose from; one has sites #1-6, the other has #7-30 (or so). There are single (1-tent pad) and double (2-pads) sites. Large wooden signs can be seen from the water labeling the campgrounds; small post markers indicate where boats can be pulled-in. Both areas have shared water spigots, shared rustic toilets, self-pay stations, and trashcans. Sites have a tent pad/s, lantern pole/s, picnic table, fire ring, and groundcover is fine gravel at the sites. Don't expect much in the way of niceties if you're wanting that. Dirt/rock trails connect all sites and access to the water. Points are elevated so all sites are 6+ feet or more above the water; no sites are directly on the beach. Small beaches are rocks mostly; some shallow areas for kids to swim. Boat pull-ins are spaced around each point. I scouted both points; site #12 was one of the better sites for shallow water access and a great view of the water and the stars. There are no open areas for kids to play; all very woodsy. I did not venture off of trails due to poison ivy/oak. Overall a great 'away from it all' place to camp. My pictures should give you a good idea of the place and show many of the things mentioned in my review. Enjoy!
Very cool park, option to boat out or backpack to campsite. Which that the marina closest to the campground rented canoes/kayaks though.
Nice place to camp, but watch out, bears have been spotting in this area.
