Warning

General

Canal 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.

Canal Campground
Canal Campground 2026 Map
Fishing dock
Canal Campground
Playground and swings

Featured amenities

Showers Showers

Available sites

114 total sites

About Canal

Situated along a peninsula between the lush shorelines of Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, Canal Campground offers modern camping and provides the ideal setting to enjoy nature at its best with family and friends. Visitors can enjoy a stunning view of the Barkley Dam and boats traveling through the canal from the comfort of their campsite. The campground faces Barkley Lake, and the shore of Kentucky Lake is a brisk one-mile walk across the canal.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
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Currently open - Mar 27 to Oct 25

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

114 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 32 ft long
🚐 002, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 003, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 ft long
⛺ 004, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 006, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 20 ft long
⛺ 007, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 008, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 009, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 ft long
🚐 010, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 15 × 12 ft
⛺ 011, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 012, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 22 ft long
🚐 013, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 22 ft long
🚐 014, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 015, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 20 ft long
🚐 016, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 017, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 018, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 019, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 021, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 022, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 51 ft long
🚐 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 024, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 ft long
🚐 025, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
🚐 026, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 027, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
🚐 028, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 ft long
🚐 029, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 030, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 ft long
🚐 031, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 034, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 ft long
🚐 035, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 37 ft long · Gravel
🚐 036, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 24 ft
🚐 037A, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 28 ft
🚐 037B, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 25 ft
🚐 038, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 25 ft
🚐 039, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 × 28 ft
🚐 040, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 041, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 41 × 26 ft
🚐 042, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 043, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 ft long
🚐 044, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 22 ft
🚐 045, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 24 ft
🚐 046, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 27 ft
🚐 047, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 26 × 2 ft
🚐 048, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 28 ft
🚐 049, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 28 × 28 ft
🚐 050, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 ft long
🚐 051, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 24 ft
🚐 052, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 24 ft
🚐 053, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 ft long
🚐 054, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 21 ft
🚐 055, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 25 ft
🚐 056, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 30 ft
🚐 057, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 26 ft
🚐 058, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 28 ft
🚐 059, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 21 ft
🚐 060, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 34 ft
🚐 061, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 25 ft
🚐 062, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 20 ft
🚐 063, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 24 ft
🚐 064, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 20 ft
🚐 065, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 20 ft
🚐 066, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 22 ft
🚐 067, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 27 ft
🚐 068, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 30 ft
🚐 069, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 24 ft
🚐 070, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 071, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 21 ft
🚐 072, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 23 ft
🚐 073, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 24 ft
🚐 074, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 23 ft
🚐 075, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 25 ft
🚐 076, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 20 ft
🚐 077, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 22 ft
🚐 078, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 22 ft
🚐 079, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 20 ft
🚐 080, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 25 ft
🚐 081, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 21 ft
🚐 082, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 22 ft
🚐 083, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 23 ft
🚐 084, Loop: CANA RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 085, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
🚐 086, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
🚐 087, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 ft long
🚐 088, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 ft long
🚐 089, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 ft long
🚐 090, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 091, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
🚐 092, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 093, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 094, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 095, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 ft long
🚐 096, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 ft long
🚐 097, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 098, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 ft long
🚐 103, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 104, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 105, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 106, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 107, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 108, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 109, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 110, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 111, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 112, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 113, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 114, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 115, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 116, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 117, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 NASH1, Loop: GRUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved

Reviews (817)

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

4.6
817 reviews
5
69.6%
569
4
20.4%
167
3
6.5%
53
2
2.3%
19
1
1.1%
9

Terry B

Verified

October 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Primitive

4

Great campground, however we were on sites 2 and 3 and there was a bad skunk problem. They would start coming around at 8 pm and would be non-stop until 11 pm. We did not leave out trash of food for them to smell or get into. They were definitely not scared to come right up the sites.

Linda S

Verified

October 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Beach

5

Great site (053). Good neighbors, great host (Larry). Even at a distance a view of the lake was wonderful. Would go there again.

Diana S

Verified

November 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Hill

5

Beautiful campsite. Plenty of room and easy to back into. Fire pit and table.

Robert W

Verified

November 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: Hill

5

Excellent campground. Have stayed here many times. Hosts are very helpful. Lots are gravel, some full hookups. Good cell service and minimum air tv. No wifi. Land Between the Lakes nearby.

Joy Y

Verified

November 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row

5

Great campground by the lake!! Great host!! Washroom nice and clean! Campsites are cleaned and raked after each guest left, staff working so hard to keep the campground clean, really appreciate it! Will be back!!

Susan J

Verified

November 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: Fisherman's Row

5

I camped in a minivan in site 34. Larger rigs in nearby sites; sites appeared to be pretty level. Electric and water at site. Using my federal Senior Pass, I paid just $13 for my site. My site was convenient to restroom/shower building, but not so close that I heard people going in and out. Camp hosts at check-in were friendly and helpful. Boat ramps near the loop my site was on. Many sites are overlooking the lake, and others with views of the lake. Canal Campground is close to a nice restaurant, convenience store/gas station. Very easy to get to this campground from I-24/I-69.

Shelly G

Verified

November 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: Hill

5

We love to camp at the Canal Campground. The staff is always friendly and takes care of us.

Judith C

Verified

November 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats

4

Pull thru site in The Flats was fine for a one night stop but we would try for a site in the Canal View for a longer stay. Site was slightly off level side to side. Enjoyed watching the barges pass through.

Susanne S

Verified

November 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats

5

Excellent as always. Enjoy going into town.

Andy J

Verified

November 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: Beach

5

As always, a great camping experience. Hosts are great, facilities are very good, location is fantastic.

Location & Directions for Canal

Canal Campground, Grand Rivers, KY 42045 United States

Elevation: 116 ft

Getting There

<p>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 mi. Turn left onto J.H. O'Bryan Avenue for .1 mi. Turn right onto Canal Camp...

Nearest town

Grand Rivers, KY - 1.9 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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

General

Canal 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: October 18, 2026

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