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Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 sites spread out over 10 loops under a dense forest of mixed conifer and deciduous trees.
The recreation area includes two reservable group picnic areas. Group camping is also available.
Summer amphitheater programs and scheduled campground activities provide family fun and entertainment. The campground also has volleyball courts, basketball hoops and horseshoe pits.
There is a boat ramp and beach. Popular lake activities include fishing, swimming, motor boating, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing.
Scenic foot trails include the 2.5-mile Twin Knobs Shoreline Trail and the 1.5-mile Knob Overlook Trail.
There is a variety of different camp sites that include paved spurs that can accommodate any size RV, picnic tables, fire rings and grills. Some sites have electric hookups.
Facilities include bathhouses with showers, drinking water and flush toilets. The bathhouses and some picnic areas are accessible.
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.
In Salt Lick, KY, at the intersection of US Rt. 60 and State Rt. 211, take Rt. 60 east 0.9 miles to State Rt. 801 and campground sign. Turn right at sign onto Rt. 801 and go 5.6 miles to another campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles into campground.
Passes; and Golden Age and Golden Access Passports. This discount does not apply to Double Sites, Group Sites or additional fees for electricity.
Twin Knobs campground Is a terrific little get away. The camp sites and showers are clean. The camp ground staff friendly and helpful. Spend some time at the the lake and walking the trails for a re-connection with nature
The pontoon rentals have gotten expensive.
I LOVE it here!!! It is a perfect little getaway for any family who loves the outdoors and swiming as well. The scenery is spectacular and the beach there is amazing. They have a small shop by the restrooms at the beach if you have forgotten items to bring. The restrooms are always clean and tidy and the beach as well. The beach is very sandy and the pricing is wonderful and affordable.
Excellent campground. You can tell they take care of the grounds because there have been hardly any issue with litter, and when there was an issue with the water line, employees informed guests right away. Great views of the stars, and an overall relaxing atmosphere.
Clean accessible bathrooms with showers, nice lake and beachfront with no one else around. Nice fall colors. The sign that says the Twin Knobs spiral path up to the lookout spot is a lie - def more than a mile. Water is normally potable, but a sign up says that all wyater should be boiled due to a water main break.
