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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4 sites
About Canal
Number of accommodations: 114
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
Hiking
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Boating
Summer
Boating
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Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- 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
Dan D
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: BRPT
Great campground! convenient to the interstate, recreation opportunities abound, several restaraunts close also.
Debbie A
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row
We love camping at Canal. Lots of shade, listening to many different birds. It’s always clean and well cared for!
Brookelinn Y
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 110, Loop: The Flats
We had a blast!! Very nice clean campground!! Also fun that you can ride your golf carts into town and eat and play putput at Pattis. We stayed on the flats and it’s plenty of space for a big rv! Already ready to plan another trip!
John L
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: BRPT
Only able to spend one night but such fun to watch the boats from our “front yard”. Couldn’t ask for a nicer spot to set up camp.
Cindy F
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: Beach
Web-site was very helpful when we chose to change campsites. Our first site (57) required too much leveling due to the slope of the site. We used the website to book a different spot for our next night. Staff was very friendly and helpful at our check ins.
Carol B
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: Beach
The help and accommodations were great. We left early because of the heat. But Canal is a great place to camp.
Jerry B
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Woods
I love staying at Canal.
Kathy M
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: BRPT
I love camping at Canal Campground. It is a wonderful relaxing place to visit. All of the personnel there have been kind and pleasant to talk to. We plan on visiting this month, October,and next year.
Linda E
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 116, Loop: VIEW
The camp hosts were super helpful and friendly. We called for information while traveling, and they told us which of the two remaining sites would fit our needs for our simple overnight stay.
We look forward to returning when we can spend some time and experience the pretty campground.
Five grateful stars for hospitality in a time when that seems to be declining due to everyone's state of overwhelm.
David C
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 098, Loop: BRPT
Cute little spot, not very big, but adequate for 2 chairs to take in the view of the water. Has sewer a plus. Good cell service, good antenna/satellite. Easy back in on the end of the row. Bathhouse is right across from you. Patti's a few miles down the rd. A great place to eat. Everyone rides golf cars around, there is a steady buzz of golf cart motors always.
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 3, 2026
