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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Dump Station -
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
Harlan H
VerifiedJune 22, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 25/26, Loop: B
Good peaceful place to camp
Gary S
VerifiedJune 19, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 51, Loop: E
Had a good time with a great site of which was paved, along with great weather, but too hilly for my taste, unable to ride bikes.
wade n
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: C
nice place and pleople
wade n
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 27, Loop: C
nice place there
wade n
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
the couple running the camp ground are real nice people and I hope they are there in 2020 because we love going there to camp if the any problems they are there hope to see them in 2020
John B
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
I couldn't get my first attempt at the survey survey to send, but everything was good.
Allen G
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 β’ 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 β’ 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 β’ Stayed at: 20, Loop: B
Juanita M
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
Great place to go camping itβs got everything you look for into relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. This place is very clean well kept and has a boat dock. We love staying here and will always be back.
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.
