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.
About Canal
Number of accommodations: 114
Campground Amenities
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Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Sites & Availability
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Reviews (603)
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is praised for its convenient location, spacious and well-maintained sites, beautiful views, and friendly staff. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favored spot for repeat visitors. While some guests noted minor issues, such as site accessibility and the need for better cleaning in the shower house, the overall sentiment is positive, with many eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is praised for its convenient location, spacious and well-maintained sites, beautiful views, and friendly staff. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favored spot for repeat visitors. While some guests noted minor issues, such as site accessibility and the need for better cleaning in the shower house, the overall sentiment is positive, with many eager to return.
Review Summary
Mary C
VerifiedJune 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 037A, Loop: Woods
It is a very peaceful place. Beautiful scenery!
Carrie Y
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 115, Loop: VIEW
Wonderful campground!! Bathrooms & showers very clean.
Good places close by to eat (Patti’s, Cabin pizza, Knoth’s BBQ and Craig’s Dairy Bar for dessert.
James E
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row
We absolutely love camping at the Cznal Campground. The views are wonderful…so relaxing.
Keith B
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Beach
Camp site beautiful, restrooms clean, I’ll be back every year
Brandi S
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: BRPT
Always love the friendliness of everyone at Canal. Bathhouses are very nice and cleaned every morning. My favorite place to camp
Kim B
VerifiedJune 8, 2025 • Stayed at: NASH1, Loop: GRUP
The Canal Campground is our favorite place to camp!!!!!
Brian T
VerifiedJune 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Primitive
I read that site 13 is unlevel. It took almost 2 feet of stacked boards to get the front level with the back. Partly our fault. 3 days before our reservation, we got a new to us camper that was a foot longer than the old one. When they say no longer than 20 ft they mean it! Trying to leave we went too far over and bent a rim on the camper and blew a tire. So i do not recommend being above the listed length. The site was nice other than leveling issues. Very handy to the bathroom. Has a small hill to get up to the flat spot/fire pit, then 3 more steps to get to the picnic table.
Travis G
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Primitive
We love camping at Canal. Management is friendly. There’s a playground and beach area that is perfect for kids. The campground also has its own boat dock.
James C
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: BRPT
Linn C
VerifiedMay 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: BRPT
This campground is always so well maintained and clean.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.9956 / -88.2097
Elevation: 116 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
|---|---|
| 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.
