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Cadiz
Cadiz Park, situated on Lake Barkley in Cadiz, Kentucky, offers a perfect day-use area for barbecuing, boating, and fishing. Additionally, the lake is notable for the largest yellow bass caught in Kentucky, weighing one pound one ounce.
Hurricane Creek
Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities. While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife...
Old Kuttawa
Old Kuttawa Recreation Area is located on the northern shores of Lake Barkley, adjacent to the canal connecting it to Kentucky Lake, creating a premier freshwater recreation destination. Visitors can enjoy picnicking or relaxing at the swimming be...
Eureka
Eureka Campground is located on Lake Barkley, surrounded by wooded hills and rich wildlife. It is a popular fishing destination, known for hosting Kentucky's largest yellow bass catch. Anglers visit in hopes of setting new records.
From $30/night
Canal
Canal Campground is located on a peninsula between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, offering modern camping facilities. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Barkley Dam and boats from their campsites, with Kentucky Lake just a mile away across th...
From $20/night
Linton
Linton Recreation Area is a day-use destination located by Lake Barkley, surrounded by scenic wooded hills and diverse wildlife. It offers a great atmosphere for family and friend gatherings. Visitors can appreciate the beautiful scenery while enj...
Bumpus Mills
From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley. Many bird species reside here, including golden and bald eagles. Don't forget to pack binoculars and a came...
Birdsville Riverside RV Park
From $60/night
Dyers Creek
Dyer's Creek boasts fantastic views of on the sparkling Lake Barkley in the wooded rolling hills of Tennessee. Whether it's a family picnic and a BBQ with friends, the recreation area provides the perfect setting for a relaxing get-together.
Dover
Dover is a day-use area with scenic views of Lake Barkley, perfect for family and friends. It offers opportunities to enjoy nature in a premier freshwater recreational complex. Visitors can experience the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings.
Elk Harbor Lakeside Camground
From $20/night
Wells Creek RV Park
Right Bank Recreation Area
Right Bank Recreation Area, also known as Cheatham Dam, offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere that encourages campers to return frequently. It is situated approximately 11 miles northwest of Ashland City, TN, and is just a 30-minute drive ...
Lock a
Lock A Campground offers a variety of activities, including horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, hiking, and lake activities for all visitors. Campsites will be held until 2:00 pm on the day after arrival, but late arrivals should call to inform the...
From $24/night
Harpeth River Bridge Campground (TN)
Harpeth River Bridge Campground offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere, making it a desirable spot for campers. Located about 10 miles northwest of Ashland City, TN, it's a convenient 30-minute drive to Nashville. Campers should notify staf...
From $22/night
Cave Creek
Cave Creek Campground is situated on the shores of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. This 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually who enjoy various outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. I...
Paradise Ridge RV Park
From $61/night
Laurel Branch
Laurel Branch Campground is situated on Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It serves as a popular destina...
From $30/night
Axtel
Axtel Campground is situated on the shores of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually, offering outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It serves as a ...
From $40/night
North Fork (KY)
North Fork Campground is situated by Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It's a popular destination for na...
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Cadiz
Cadiz Park, situated on Lake Barkley in Cadiz, Kentucky, offers a perfect day-use area for barbecuing, boating, and fishing. Additionally, the lake is notable for the largest yellow bass caught in Kentucky, weighing one pound one ounce.
Hurricane Creek
Hurricane Creek Campground sits along the beautiful Lake Barkley, providing plenty of fresh air and recreation opportunities. While away the hours boating or hiking on shore. Anglers a plenty come in search of catfish and trophy bass. Wildlife...
Old Kuttawa
Old Kuttawa Recreation Area is located on the northern shores of Lake Barkley, adjacent to the canal connecting it to Kentucky Lake, creating a premier freshwater recreation destination. Visitors can enjoy picnicking or relaxing at the swimming be...
Eureka
Eureka Campground is located on Lake Barkley, surrounded by wooded hills and rich wildlife. It is a popular fishing destination, known for hosting Kentucky's largest yellow bass catch. Anglers visit in hopes of setting new records.
From $30/night
Canal
Canal Campground is located on a peninsula between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, offering modern camping facilities. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Barkley Dam and boats from their campsites, with Kentucky Lake just a mile away across th...
From $20/night
Linton
Linton Recreation Area is a day-use destination located by Lake Barkley, surrounded by scenic wooded hills and diverse wildlife. It offers a great atmosphere for family and friend gatherings. Visitors can appreciate the beautiful scenery while enj...
Bumpus Mills
From fishing to boating and hiking, campers and day visitors at Bumpus Mills enjoy hours of fun on the upstream section of Lake Barkley. Many bird species reside here, including golden and bald eagles. Don't forget to pack binoculars and a came...
Birdsville Riverside RV Park
From $60/night
Dyers Creek
Dyer's Creek boasts fantastic views of on the sparkling Lake Barkley in the wooded rolling hills of Tennessee. Whether it's a family picnic and a BBQ with friends, the recreation area provides the perfect setting for a relaxing get-together.
Dover
Dover is a day-use area with scenic views of Lake Barkley, perfect for family and friends. It offers opportunities to enjoy nature in a premier freshwater recreational complex. Visitors can experience the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings.
Elk Harbor Lakeside Camground
From $20/night
Wells Creek RV Park
Right Bank Recreation Area
Right Bank Recreation Area, also known as Cheatham Dam, offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere that encourages campers to return frequently. It is situated approximately 11 miles northwest of Ashland City, TN, and is just a 30-minute drive ...
Lock a
Lock A Campground offers a variety of activities, including horseshoe pits, volleyball courts, hiking, and lake activities for all visitors. Campsites will be held until 2:00 pm on the day after arrival, but late arrivals should call to inform the...
From $24/night
Harpeth River Bridge Campground (TN)
Harpeth River Bridge Campground offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere, making it a desirable spot for campers. Located about 10 miles northwest of Ashland City, TN, it's a convenient 30-minute drive to Nashville. Campers should notify staf...
From $22/night
Cave Creek
Cave Creek Campground is situated on the shores of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. This 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually who enjoy various outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. I...
Paradise Ridge RV Park
From $61/night
Laurel Branch
Laurel Branch Campground is situated on Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It serves as a popular destina...
From $30/night
Axtel
Axtel Campground is situated on the shores of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually, offering outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It serves as a ...
From $40/night
North Fork (KY)
North Fork Campground is situated by Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake attracts over two million visitors annually for outdoor activities like camping, fishing, swimming, and boating. It's a popular destination for na...
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Dawson Springs has 197 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Cadiz is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Dawson Springs vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Dawson Springs welcome pets. Lock a is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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