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 rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
About Cave Creek
Number of accommodations: 63
Campground Amenities
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Playground
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Reviews (247)
What Guests Are Saying
Cave Creek campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and enjoyable amenities, including a boat ramp and private showers. Many campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained facilities, making it a favorite spot for family gatherings and outdoor activities. However, there is concern about its potential closure and reduced operating schedule, which has saddened many regular visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Cave Creek campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and enjoyable amenities, including a boat ramp and private showers. Many campers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained facilities, making it a favorite spot for family gatherings and outdoor activities. However, there is concern about its potential closure and reduced operating schedule, which has saddened many regular visitors.
Review Summary
Ryan D
VerifiedMay 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 65, Loop: F
Campground was excellent and staff was even better.
Rick S
VerifiedMay 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 49, Loop: E
The campground attendee was very hospitable and helpful Darlene and Rick great people. The grounds were clean and well maintained. The layout of the campground is horrible. Sites do not face the water. We like to camp to where we can sit under our awning relax and watch the water not other campers. Very bad layout
Donald R
VerifiedMay 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: E
We Love Cave Creek Campground, Great place to unwind and Enjoy a peaceful getaway. Sites have great view of the lake or if you prefer, you can choose a site in the wooded areas. Facilities are always clean. Hosts are very Nice and Friendly, Great people! Campground has a boat ramp which is convenient and a nice play area for the kids to enjoy.
Joshua H
VerifiedMay 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
This is our campground of chouce.
Shelby J
VerifiedApril 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 53, Loop: E
Storm had happened the Day before we arrived but everyone worked hard to get camp grounds cleaned up quick as possible. Staff was Very good to work with. Will use this Campground Again.
Joan G
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: C
My whole family really enjoyed Halloween weekend. Darlene is a amazing camp attendant.
Katie U
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 48, Loop: D
Our site was amazing for being primitive. Great view through the trees of the water. We will definitely be back next season!
Steve D
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: E
I'm sorry to give a poor review. We actually left a day early. The stickers are so bad at this park, my dogs could not go 3 steps without having a sticker in their paw. We also tracked them into the 5th wheel and stepped on them with our bare feet. Ouch.
That said - the sites were nice and level, the bathrooms and showers were clean.
We won't be back.
Bruce M
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
Darlene & Rick are the best people when you need help. They will do whatever they can to make sure you stay is the best experience you can have & take care of the campsites very well.
I look forward to staying there again next year!
John R
VerifiedOctober 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: C
Outstanding
Location Cave Creek
Address:
1543 Cave Creek Road
Falls Of Rough, KY, 40119
United States
Begin at ramp onto Gene Snyder Freeway KY-841W toward I-65, traveling 6.5 miles. Take I-65/Louisville/Nashville, Exit Number 10, onto I-65 S toward Nashville/Elizabethtown, traveling 34 miles. 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 miles. Take KY-259/Leitchfield/Brownsville, Exit Number 107, traveling .3 miles. Turn right onto S Main Street/KY-259, traveling .9 miles. Take 3rd exit from roundabout Courthouse Square onto W Main Street/KY-54, traveling 10.9 miles. Turn right onto Falls of Rough Road/KY-79, traveling 4.6 miles. Turn right onto Cave Creek Road KY-736, traveling 1.8 miles. End at 1543 Cave Creek Road, Falls of Rough, KY. Distance is approximately 90 miles with an approximate travel time of 1.5 hours.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.5733 / -86.4953
Elevation: 180 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Off-road vehicles are not permitted |
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No alcohol allowed due to local Grayson County ordinance. |
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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. |
| General |
$5 per day boat ramp fee |
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Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first. |
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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. |
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Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. 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 rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
