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
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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
Gayle J
VerifiedDecember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: The Flats
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Dennis Lee W
VerifiedNovember 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Great campground
Glen M
VerifiedNovember 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Fisherman's Row
This particular spot is too close to neighbors for us. Some may think it is nice if you are with friends also camping.
Mark L
VerifiedNovember 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: Hill
Great site
Rodney S
VerifiedNovember 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: BRPT
My favorite campground on lake Barkley! Plenty of great spots to camp in over the years, plus an easy drive into work in Paducah. Lots of memories made with my family over the years and a great place to be during the Cannon Ball Run to see all the fast boats come through. Camped on and off here for close to 20 years and cherish the memories of family, friends, and other campers. Close to Grand Rivers to get ice cream at Craigs or general shopping for supplies. Just a great area in general.
Jeff W
VerifiedNovember 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Hill
Well maintained, fantastic views
Michael B
VerifiedNovember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: CANA
Nice campground. Well kept.
Joe B
VerifiedNovember 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Woods
Quit and best Gate keepers
Roy Lee H
VerifiedOctober 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Primitive
I always enjoy camping at canal campground
Bobby O
VerifiedOctober 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Woods
Very nice campground with great hookup sites, facilities, and grounds. Everything was very clean and maintained. Staff was extremely nice and helpful!
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
