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
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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
Randy L
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: VIEW
Our favorite place to camp. The volunteers and all gate people are kind and courteous
George P
VerifiedMay 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Primitive
Great location near Land Between the Lakes and Grand Rivers, a tiny town with everything you need.
Judith C
VerifiedMay 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Primitive
Overall positive 3xperiencecwith some issues. The site I reserved #6, was not as described. It claimed to be a pull thru but the entry was so narrow, poorly paved and sloped there was no way we could get into the site. In the process of working with the checkin crew we discovered I had booked the wrong date! The end result was I was assigned a beautiful waterfront site, #8. The park staff was so responsive and helpful, they deserve five stars.
william d
VerifiedMay 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: Beach
Quiet and clean
Gary K
VerifiedMay 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
Always a nice time here and a very nice, well kept park.
William T
VerifiedMay 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Woods
The canal is a beautiful park and the camp host are all very friendly and welcoming. One of our favorite places to camp.
Michael W
VerifiedMay 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Love it, camp host are awesome and very friendly, it’s clean and fun!
Robert N
VerifiedMay 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: Hill
5/3/ - 5/9/24, site77. Nice site with good view of the water. Driveway a little tricky because there is a hook to the left halfway into the driveway.
Ed S
VerifiedMay 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: Hill
Stayed in site with full hook-up. Enjoyed the area we were in on the hill loop. Will definitely be back for multiple stays.
James H
VerifiedMay 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Like the campground restrooms needs updating
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.