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
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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
Linda S
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: Beach
Great site (053). Good neighbors, great host (Larry). Even at a distance a view of the lake was wonderful. Would go there again.
Terry B
VerifiedOctober 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Primitive
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.
Diana S
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Hill
Beautiful campsite. Plenty of room and easy to back into. Fire pit and table.
Susan J
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: Fisherman's Row
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.
Joy Y
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row
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!!
Robert W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: Hill
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.
Shelly G
VerifiedNovember 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: Hill
We love to camp at the Canal Campground. The staff is always friendly and takes care of us.
Andy J
VerifiedNovember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: Beach
As always, a great camping experience. Hosts are great, facilities are very good, location is fantastic.
Susanne S
VerifiedNovember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
Excellent as always. Enjoy going into town.
Judith C
VerifiedNovember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
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.
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
