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
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
On Site Services
- 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
rebecca p
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: D
Rick and Darlene are awesome!!!!! So friendly so helpful we always enjoy our stay. Place is clean campsites are nice.
Harlan H
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 25/26, Loop: B
Best camp ground host ever
Very nice people Always so nice to deal with.
Robert Z
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
This is the worst COE I have stayed at we had a pull through in the new loop it was so small you had to go all around the camper to get to the door The bathroom situation was horrible only one for the whole camp ground You had to wait in line for 15 minutes on the weekend and there was mold behind the handles and the water faucets It needed a good cleaningThe roads are to small ,trees right next to the road almost could not make the bad curves to get out One I will not go back to Site A 7 for 5 days
neil h
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
The people that work there are wonderful. They go out of their way to help you out. The only problem was with the computer system not wanting to process the charge. I look forward to returning again.
James F
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Blake D
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
Absolutely love Cave Creek. Such a nice place to camp and enjoy yourself.
Dennis M
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: C
Great campground Super nice Hosts, Clean, Well maintained.
Dale H
VerifiedAugust 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: C
Rick and Darlene are great host and are very accommodating when things are needed.
kai i
VerifiedAugust 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 52, Loop: E
this place was beautiful, clean , well kept public areas and boat ramp. I had a great water view with full hook ups.
Melissa W
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: C
The caretakers are awesome and it's beautiful there
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.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.5733 / -86.4953
Elevation: 180 feet
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 rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
