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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About Canal
Number of accommodations: 114
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Boating
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Boating
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Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
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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
Stephen G
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Well kept park
Miranda M
VerifiedOctober 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: Beach
Campground is very peaceful and quiet. Even though it is a small campground, there is plenty to do locally, including some hiking trails and LBL is close. Very clean facility. Will return
margena t
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: BRPT
Had a wonderful time camping at the Canal Campground. Host were extremely nice and helpful. Very clean Campground. Can't wait to come back next year!
MARK C
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 086, Loop: BRPT
I used this campground as a quick overnight stop during a recent motorcycle voyage. I was tent camping and the campsite had everything I needed (good picnic table and a flat piece of ground). This site has private bathhouses. I didn't use the bathhouse to shower but I would have without hesitation; it was very clean.
Nettie K
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 103, Loop: The Flats
The rangers and volunteers were terrific and very friendly.
Brian D
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: Woods
We were here for a week and had to change sites daily due to availability. We stayed in 3 of the loops and all of them are wonderful! The camp hosts, Larry and Cindy, are fantastic! There's a washer and dryer by the bathhouse. The showers have very hot water. The beach views are gorgeous. The barge was fun to watch. There's a very nice playground for the kiddos. A grocery store is a mile away.
Teresa M
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Woods
The couple that takes care of the campground were delightful!
Roy Lee H
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: Fisherman's Row
I completely enjoyed the camping experience. It was clean and quiet. The campers and staff were friendly.
William B
VerifiedOctober 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: Hill
Camp host provided after hours assistance in checking in and determining the reserved campsite as I could not put my hands on my printout nor readily access my email after a long day on the road. Very considerate and helpful individual!
duke d
VerifiedOctober 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
Love this campground but it does have faults. Grill on one site is still damaged after reporting it last year. Sites still need gravel and can be somewhat muddy during wet weather. Perhaps doing some work to keep gravel in sites. Good camping but could be great.
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
