Warning
GeneralCanal Campground, Eureka Campground, Hurricane Creek Campground and Bumpus Mills Campground at Lake Barkley now have check out times of 12 PM (noon). Check in time is 3 PM.
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Average nightly rates114 total sites
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110 sites
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About Canal
Number of accommodations: 114
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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- Dump station on site
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- Showers
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Reviews (770)
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its clean facilities, beautiful views of Lake Barkley, and friendly, helpful hosts. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained sites, ample shade, and wildlife presence, making it a relaxing spot for camping. While some minor issues like noise from golf carts and bathroom cleanliness were noted, the overall experience is positive, with numerous guests expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its clean facilities, beautiful views of Lake Barkley, and friendly, helpful hosts. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained sites, ample shade, and wildlife presence, making it a relaxing spot for camping. While some minor issues like noise from golf carts and bathroom cleanliness were noted, the overall experience is positive, with numerous guests expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Mary E
VerifiedMay 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Primitive
We had a nice time at Canal with the exception of no hand soap in the restrooms. There were also an extreme amount of ants in there as well.
Sandy H
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Woods
Campground was in good shape, visited Patti's 1880 Settlement
Jim B
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: Beach
Always enjoy camping here. Great facilities.
Tonya K
VerifiedMay 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: Hill
Really enjoyed our spot at Canal on Hill Loop, however if you are a large rig be aware that the Hill loop is difficult to get in and out of for large rigs. But perfect to watch the boats, sailboats and barges pass. Little Cafe is a must place to eat at and the town of Grand River is quaint. If you drive through the Buffalo and Elk sanctuary...the best time is morning or later in the evening when they are more active
Marvin A
VerifiedMay 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Hill
The Canal is like a second home in the summer. The attendants are very nice and do a great job. The grounds and sites are nice. Been camping at the Canal since 1977. It’s are “Happy Place”
Gary N
VerifiedMay 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: VIEW
The dump station hole was difficult to reach with my hose. I never had that issue before.
Ruth C
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 104, Loop: The Flats
Nice views of the Canal, Barges passing through, sunrise and sunset. I like that they had recycling, you don’t see that at too many campsites.
Judy S
VerifiedMay 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: BRPT
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Janis S
VerifiedMay 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
We camped in Nash Flats...lovely shelter and fishing dock near by. The town of Grand Rivers was fantastic for restaurant and antique shopping. Able to do day trips and explored Trace area with elk/ bison prairie. Camping spot was perfect for our needs.
James M
VerifiedMay 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: Hill
The Canal is my favorite place to camp. I drive 200 miles from Southeastern Illinois to camp there.
Location Canal
Address:
Canal Campground
Grand Rivers, KY, 42045
United States
Physical Address: 1010 Canal Campground Road, Grand Rivers, KY 42045. From Interstate I-24, take Grand Rivers Exit 31. Drive south on Highway 453 for approximately 4 miles. Turn left onto J.H. O'Bryan Avenue for .1 miles. Turn right onto Canal Campground Road for .5 miles.
The campground is accessible via Interstate I-24, with the Grand Rivers Exit 31 located nearby. From the exit, travelers can take Highway 453 south for approximately 4 miles to reach the campground.
Elevation: 116 feet
1.9 mi drive to downtown Grand Rivers (about 7 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District firewood policy is now in effect and seeks the public’s cooperation to prevent the spread of forest insects and disease at campgrounds in the Cumberland River Basin. The firewood policy requires visitors at Lake Barkley’s campgrounds to use only firewood that has been certified as heat-treated by U.S. Department of Agriculture or state natural resource agency.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralCanal Campground, Eureka Campground, Hurricane Creek Campground and Bumpus Mills Campground at Lake Barkley now have check out times of 12 PM (noon). Check in time is 3 PM.
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Last updated: September 10, 2026
