Smith Ridge Campground
Smith Ridge Campground Showerhouse A-Loop
Smith Ridge Fishing Pier
Smith Ridge Campground Trail
Emerald Isle Marina

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground

About Smith Ridge

Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Smith Ridge Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Click here for the Green River Lake Virtual Tour.

Available sites

79 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

79 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 ft long
🚐 02, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 03, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
🚐 04, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 ft long
🚐 05, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 06, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 84 ft long
🚐 07, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 08, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 82 ft long
🚐 09, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 ft long
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 ft long
🚐 11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 ft long
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 14, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 ft long
🚐 16, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 17, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 18, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 19, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
🚐 20, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
🚐 21, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 22, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 64 ft long
🚐 23, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 ft long
🚐 24, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 25, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 26, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 ft long
🚐 27, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 72 ft long
🚐 28, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 ft long
🚐 29, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 30, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 ft long
🚐 31, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 66 ft long · Gravel
🚐 32, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 33, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 64 ft long · Gravel
🚐 34, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 35, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 62 ft long · Gravel
🚐 36, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 ft long
🚐 37, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 ft long
🚐 38, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
🚐 39, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 ft long
🚐 40, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 ft long
🚐 41, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 ft long
🚐 43, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 ft long
🚐 44, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 63 ft long
🚐 45, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 ft long
🚐 46, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 47, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 62 ft long
🚐 48, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 ft long
🚐 49, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 50, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 51, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 73 ft long
🚐 52, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 53, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
🚐 54, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 62 ft long
🚐 55, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 ft long
🚐 56, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 57, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 ft long
🚐 58, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 59, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 60, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 83 ft long · Gravel
🚐 61, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 51 ft long · Gravel
🚐 62, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Gravel
🚐 63, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 79 ft long · Gravel
🚐 64, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Gravel
🚐 65, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 ft long
🚐 66, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 61 ft long · Gravel
🚐 67, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 ft long
🚐 68, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Gravel
🚐 69, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 69 ft long
🚐 70, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 67 ft long · Gravel
🚐 71, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 ft long
🚐 72, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 74 ft long · Gravel
🚐 73, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 71 ft long
🚐 74, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 70 ft long · Gravel
🚐 75, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 74 ft long
🚐 76, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Gravel
🚐 77, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 72 ft long · Gravel
🚐 78, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 67 ft long · Gravel
🚐 79, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 77 ft long · Gravel
🚐 80, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 65 ft long · Gravel

Reviews

193 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Smith Ridge Campground is well-maintained and clean, with friendly and helpful volunteer hosts who enhance the overall experience. Many guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, spacious sites, and the campground's natural beauty, making it an ideal retreat for families. However, some reviewers noted issues such as limited cell service, grassy areas needing maintenance, and the need for updated facilities.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

Based on 193 reviews

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5 stars 61.7% (119)
4 stars 17.1% (33)
3 stars 11.4% (22)
2 stars 7.8% (15)
1 star 2.1% (4)

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John A

Verified

August 16, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: B

Couldn't have been better! Please have maintenance fix fire pit at 34B. We have it reserved for labor day and it is not usable to cook on as grate is bent and lodged in up position!! Ty

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James E

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August 9, 2021 Stayed at: 57, Loop: B

campground was clean and well maintained.

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Chris B

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July 29, 2021 Stayed at: 39, Loop: B

great camp host. well kept facility. No over the air tv and no cell service

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Stephen H

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July 23, 2021 Stayed at: 03, Loop: A

had a wonderful visit.

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Don B

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July 20, 2021 Stayed at: 46, Loop: B

The flood lights around the restrooms are very bright and could keep campers awake.

Line voltage frequently drops to 103 and water pressure is very high.

Ranger is very nice and seen frequently while camp attendents stay at gate.

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Sharon S

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July 19, 2021 Stayed at: 29, Loop: A

Although you are in the woods, the ticks are BAD! Rotten railroad ties (lining the site) and spikes sticking up from those (watch your tires and feet)!

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tiffany f

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July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 30, Loop: A

Smith ridge is our favorite place to camp . We love the spacing and shade . Decently level spots. Close to the marina of emerald isle with a beach ( driving distance like 5 mins )
Bath houses have good hot water . Lance and Lisa are great camp host always willing to help! Always love going back !!

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Krystal G

Verified

July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 71, Loop: B

Very quiet!. Nice little playground for the kids! It would be nice to have some kind of cell service or some TV channels.

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James H

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July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 48, Loop: B

Electric surged all weekend

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Marie O

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July 14, 2021 Stayed at: 76, Loop: B

Campground is close to lots of amenities. Quiet and comfortable. If tent camping know that there is only 1 bathhouse so choose site wisely. Beautiful area of Kentucky. Go visit!

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Location & Directions for Smith Ridge

35 County Park Rd., Campbellsville, KY 42718 United States

Elevation: 276 ft

Getting There

From Campbellsville, KY, take Highway 70 east for a mile. Turn right on Highway 372 and continue for 3 mi, then turn right again onto County Park Road. Follow the directional signs to the campground.

Nearest town

Campbellsville, KY - 4.8 mi

About 10 min to downtown

Near Mammoth Cave National Park

The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center

Approximate drive: 54.5 mi · over 1 hr (93 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

4:30PM

General

  • Campground now ran by volunteers. There will be limited tollhouse hours and services offered. Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first. Reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or on www.recreation.gov.
  • Off-road vehicles not permitted.
  • CAMPING REGULATIONS 1. Camping is permitted at designated camping areas with not more than six (6) people or the members of one family unit at any one site. A family unit is considered to be parent(s) and unmarried children living in the same household. All vehicles must be registered at the tollhouse. Vehicles and personal property are to be placed only on the site(s) rented by you, not on adjoining sites. All vehicles/boat trailers must be within the limits of your campsite or in a designated parking area. 2. Campers must register at the campground entrance station as soon as possible after arrival. To prevent overloading electrical circuits, only one (1) camper unit may be plugged into the campsite electric pedestal. Unoccupied or unrented campsites may not be utilized for electric service. 3. Campers will display the user permit on the site identification post and return it to the tollhouse when departing. 4. All visitors will check in at the tollhouse and will be charged a visitor’s fee. Visitors must leave by 9:30 p.m. No more than six (6) visitors per campsite at one time are permitted. 5. Gear, equipment, trash, and debris shall be completely removed from the area upon departure. 6. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. The operation or use of any noise-producing devices that unreasonably annoy others at any time is prohibited. The use of properly muffled generators is permitted between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Individuals who are boisterous, rowdy, disorderly, or otherwise disturb the peace at any time may be requested to leave the campground and forfeit all camping fees paid. 7. Vehicles/boat trailers must be parked within the limits of the campsite (within defined border or on gravel driveway) or in a designated parking area. 8. Fires may be built only in fireplaces or grills. A responsible person must attend to all fires. Hang lanterns on metal holders provided at campsites. No burning of treated lumber or wood containing metal is allowed. 9. Any loaded projectile fire device, ammunition, and explosives of any kind are prohibited in the area except when in the possession of a Government employee or law enforcement officer on official duty. The possession or use of fireworks is prohibited. 10. Pets shall be kept on a leash not over 6 feet long or under physical control at all times. Pets shall not be left unattended. Pet owners are expected to clean up and properly dispose of their pet’s waste. 11. The destruction, injury, defacement, removal, or alternation of Government property, vegetation, rocks, or minerals is prohibited. 12. Motor driven vehicles, including mopeds, must conform to state licensing laws and their use will be confined to developed roadways by a licensed operator (16 years or older). Constant circling or “joy riding” is not permitted. The speed limit in the campground is 15 M.P.H. and all directional arrows must be observed. Motorized or battery-operated toys are not allowed on roadways or sidewalks. 13. The use of golf carts is permitted only by campers who have signed the Green River Lake Golf Cart Use policy. 14. No bicycles, skateboards, mopeds, or similar equipment are allowed on the sidewalks or steps around showerhouse facilities or other walkways. No bicycles, skateboards, or other similar equipment may be operated after dark.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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