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VerifiedMay 18, 2024 Stayed at: C010, Loop: C
Great campground. Friendly host
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Dog Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful, clean, and spacious sites, along with a friendly atmosphere and proximity to Nolin Lake, making it a popular choice for visitors. Many reviewers enjoyed the quiet environment, well-maintained facilities, and the opportunity for outdoor activities such as swimming and watching sunrises. However, some concerns were raised about restroom ventilation, occasional inconsiderate behavior from other campers, and the need for better campground supervision.
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May 18, 2024 Stayed at: C010, Loop: C
Great campground. Friendly host
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May 18, 2024 Stayed at: C010, Loop: C
Great campground. Friendly host
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May 18, 2024 Stayed at: C010, Loop: C
Great campground. Friendly host
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May 20, 2024 Stayed at: B016, Loop: B
We love Dog Creek.
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May 20, 2024 Stayed at: B016, Loop: B
We love Dog Creek.
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May 20, 2024 Stayed at: B016, Loop: B
We love Dog Creek.
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May 21, 2024 Stayed at: A013, Loop: A
nice, quiet campground and out of the way. outer campsites have nice views of the lake. little store at the entrance that sells firewood, some produce, jellies and some local cooking sauces.
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May 21, 2024 Stayed at: A013, Loop: A
nice, quiet campground and out of the way. outer campsites have nice views of the lake. little store at the entrance that sells firewood, some produce, jellies and some local cooking sauces.
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May 21, 2024 Stayed at: A013, Loop: A
nice, quiet campground and out of the way. outer campsites have nice views of the lake. little store at the entrance that sells firewood, some produce, jellies and some local cooking sauces.
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May 27, 2024 Stayed at: B030, Loop: B
Very nice campground, quiet mid week to weekend stay, clean restrooms, friendly camp host/volunteer.
We arrived in the mist of a scary thunderstorm and a rising river, thankfully our site was high enough to not be affected.
Recreation.gov and and a campground volunteer kept us posted on important changing weather conditions.
Visited Mammoth Cave National Park, awesome cave tours and rode the bike trail from the park to Cave City and back.
Definitely will return to explore more of the area.
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890 Dog Creek Road, Cub Run, KY 42729 United States
Elevation: 167 ft
From Bowling Green, KY
Follow US 31W North from Bowling Green for approximately 14 mi then turn left onto KY 101. In appriximately 6 mi, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy 259 North for 11 mi before turning right on KY 728. Follow Hwy 728 ...
From Bowling Green, KY
Follow US 31W North from Bowling Green for approximately 14 mi then turn left onto KY 101. In appriximately 6 mi, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy 259 North for 11 mi before turning right on KY 728. Follow Hwy 728 for 8 mi before turning left on Union Light Road. Stay on Union Light Road for about 5 mi. Turn Left into the Dog Creek Campground. Total driving distance from Bowling Green is about 43 mi; driving time is around 1 hour, 15 minutes.
From Louisville, KY Follow I-65 south to exit 76 and turn west onto Highway 224. Follow Hwy 224 for approximately 10 mi, then turn left onto Highway 479. In approximately 8 mi, turn left on Hwy 88. In about 2 mi turn right on KY 2015/Union Light Road. The campground is on the right about 1 mi down Union Light Road. Total driving distance is about 81 mi; driving time is about 1 hour, 45 minutes.
From Nashville, TN
Take I65 North for approximately 66 mi. Merge onto KY 446 exit 28. Merge right onto Hwy 31W North. Follow 31W North for approximately 10 mi, then turn left onto KY 101. In appriximately 6 mi, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy 259 North for 11 mi before turning right on KY 728. Follow Hwy 728 for 8 mi before turning left on Union Light Road. Stay on Union Light Road for about 5 mi. Turn Left into the Dog Creek Campground. Total driving distance from Nashville is about 107 mi; driving time is around 2 hour, 15 minutes.
The campground is accessible via I-65 to the south, approximately 25 miles away. US 31W and KY 101 are the main routes leading to the campground from nearby areas.
The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 11.4 mi · 20 min
Check out time
4:30PM
Last updated: October 23, 2026