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Paragon is a primitive camping area with 7 designated campsites, some with lantern posts and fire rings. Alert: August 21, 2019 - The U.S. Forest Service opened a section of Paragon Road on Friday, August 16, 2019. The gate closest to Highway 519 was opened and motor vehicles will be able to drive to the first two loops commonly used for camping, swimming, and fishing. The new gate has been installed to allow vehicle access into the area while road work and repairs continue. The new gate will also allow the two camping loops to remain open when Cave Run Lake is 1.5 to 2 feet above summer pool and inundating the lowest portions of Paragon Road, which has occurred many times in the last decade and resulted in closure of the entire road and camping area. Make this page look nicer by submitting photos of your trip to this area. Learn more... The campground is located on the Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest. Cave Run Lake is widely known for its scenic beauty and varied outdoor recreation opportunities. The lake is also the home of 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 facilities: Poppin Rock Boat Ramp
From I-64, take exit 137 (KY 32) toward Morehead. Turn right on US 60. In less than one mile, turn left onto KY 519. Continue to follow KY-519 south for several miles. Turn left on Forest Service Road 947. The campground is on the right.
Overall a good, free campground. Not too far off from the highway. Lake/riverside campsites. No check in or reservations. Down sides: zero cell reception & the site that i was at had some litter.
Beautiful place. But many trash are being remained by horrible person. It is very sad.
Some sites are in full view from next site.
And as reminder, this area is no reception.
Nothing like the National Forest site says. So much trash!!! One porta potty that was not clean. Big area in the middle that was maybe a big campfire with nothing but trash in it. After reading about it we were excited to visit, but we couldn’t wait to get out of there. There was one area piled with toilet paper and piles of feces. Very disappointing.
What more could you ask for when the stay is free? Very peaceful place, we will definitely be back.
