Warning
GeneralCave Creek Recreation Area will not be operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 Season. Questions regarding fees, pass eligibility, or campground reservations procedures should be directed to the new managing entity, BrightSky Campgrounds, at 270-938-3715 or [email protected].
About Cave Creek
Available sites
63 total sites
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Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
On Site Services
- Playground
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Reviews (253)
What Guests Are Saying
Cave Creek campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and great amenities, including well-maintained bathhouses and a convenient boat ramp. Many visitors express a strong connection to the site, enjoying its peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to make lasting memories with family and friends. However, there is concern about the campground's potential closure and limited operating months, which has disappointed regular campers who cherish the experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Cave Creek campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and great amenities, including well-maintained bathhouses and a convenient boat ramp. Many visitors express a strong connection to the site, enjoying its peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to make lasting memories with family and friends. However, there is concern about the campground's potential closure and limited operating months, which has disappointed regular campers who cherish the experience.
Review Summary
Tracy B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: C
Blacktop was excellent for our camper as level as could be. Clean neat and organized park! Park attendants we super helpful and good friendly people! Loved our stay there!!! Keep up the good work!
Darrell H
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 52, Loop: E
no comment
Gregory D
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 65, Loop: F
Clean and quiet. Very friendly staff.
Veronica D
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 62, Loop: F
The couple running the camp are just lovely! Easy to find and very helpful. I do wish there was a larger tent only camping area but we still had a blast. Our morning view was beautiful and the site had plenty of tree cover which also means a place to hang the hammock.
Mica B
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: E
I love going to cave creek so relaxing and beautiful. Darlene the host is the best! Goes above and beyond to help all the guest. Makes you feel like you belong there. She loves all the children . And makes sure they have things to do
Bradley S
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: E
Love the campground and the campground attendants! They are great! Rough river lake is one of our favorite places to take our boat.
michael h
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: E
Wonderful and relaxing campground
Allen G
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 53, Loop: E
THE CAMP HOSTS ARE THE BEST, THEY CARE ABOUT THEIR CAMPERS AND TREAT THEM LIKE FAMILY
CATHY J
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 21/22, Loop: B
We absolutely LOVE this camp ground as well as the Lady and gentleman that runs it. Darlene is a sweetheart who take her campground to heart. She always makes us feel welcome the moment we drive in
Thank you for having such a nice place
James F
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Location & Directions for Cave Creek
1543 Cave Creek Road, Falls Of Rough, KY 40119 United States
Elevation: 180 ft
Getting There
Begin at ramp onto Gene Snyder Freeway KY-841W toward I-65, traveling 6.5 mi. Take I-65/Louisville/Nashville, Exit Number 10, onto I-65 S toward Nashville/Elizabethtown, traveling 34 mi. Take US-31W/KY-62/Wendell H Ford Western Kentucky Parkway/Ho...
Begin at ramp onto Gene Snyder Freeway KY-841W toward I-65, traveling 6.5 mi. Take I-65/Louisville/Nashville, Exit Number 10, onto I-65 S toward Nashville/Elizabethtown, traveling 34 mi. Take US-31W/KY-62/Wendell H Ford Western Kentucky Parkway/Hodgenville/Paducah, Exit Number 91, toward Paducah/Elizabethtown/Owensboro/Western Kentucky Parkway W, traveling 29.6 mi. Take KY-259/Leitchfield/Brownsville, Exit Number 107, traveling .3 mi. Turn right onto S Main Street/KY-259, traveling .9 mi. Take 3rd exit from roundabout Courthouse Square onto W Main Street/KY-54, traveling 10.9 mi. Turn right onto Falls of Rough Road/KY-79, traveling 4.6 mi. Turn right onto Cave Creek Road KY-736, traveling 1.8 mi. End at 1543 Cave Creek Road, Falls of Rough, KY. Distance is approximately 90 mi with an approximate travel time of 1.5 hours.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via Gene Snyder Freeway (KY-841), I-65, and US-31W. I-65 is approximately 34 miles away, providing access towards Nashville and Elizabethtown.
Near Mammoth Cave National Park
The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 41.9 mi · over 1 hr (72 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted
- No alcohol allowed due to local Grayson County ordinance.
- Park Attendant can be reached while on duty at (270) 879-4304. If no answer, contact the Rough River Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office at (270) 257-2061.
- $5 per day boat ramp fee
- Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- Generators and other noise-producing devices must be turned off during this time.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralCave Creek Recreation Area will not be operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 Season. Questions regarding fees, pass eligibility, or campground reservations procedures should be directed to the new managing entity, BrightSky Campgrounds, at 270-938-3715 or [email protected].
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