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
Robin F
VerifiedJuly 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: B
We stayed on site 18, this site is in EXTREME need of pea gravel. Even a small rain shower can turn this site into a mud pit. Please.... put some gravel on this site. Besides the MUDDY mess we absolutely LOVE CAVE CREEK campground and the wonderful people that work there!
Charles E
VerifiedJuly 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: B
They have done some major upgrades. Trails are very nice. Staff is great!
Glen N
VerifiedJuly 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 48, Loop: D
The attend. was more unconcerned about the things that that made my visit not so pleasant and there is a raccoon#46 47 48 weights about 35lbs needs to be relocated tore a hole in my new$100 tent came in as I was sleeping got food.kids are afraid to camp now for a animal entering their tent while they asleep.
Ella N
VerifiedJune 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: C
Love the shade. Roomy sites
barry s
VerifiedJune 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: A
we were in a newly opened area and enjoyed our time there
Alton & R
VerifiedJune 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 58, Loop: E
Darlene & Ricky always do a great job!! Great team. The core of engineers is lucky to have them. We the campers are blessed as well.
steven k
VerifiedJune 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: E
The Camp Host are extremely polite and helpful. The campground is very well maintained and is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. This is my go to campground when I am TDY at Ft. Knox for Cadet Summer ROTC training from May to Aug.
Vickie H
VerifiedJune 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: E
Wonderful place to stay. Friendly, clean and very quiet.
Laura B
VerifiedJune 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
Great campground
Sharon J
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: B
This is a fantastic campground! Well kept and clean. The managers are super kind and welcoming and always willing to help any way they can. Campsites are spacious and most have some sort of shade. Very nice!
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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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. |
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$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.
