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Canal

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
Fishing dock
Canal Campground
Playground and swings

Featured amenities

Showers
Showers

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.

Number of accommodations: 114

Campground Amenities

  • Showers
    Showers
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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May
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Currently open - Mar 27 to Oct 25

Sites & Availability

114 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
004, Loop: Primitive
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$40.00
/ per night
005, Loop: Primitive
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
007, Loop: Primitive
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
011, Loop: Primitive
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: Primitive
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: Fisherman's Row
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 037A, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 037B, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 039, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 040, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 041, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 042, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 043, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 044, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 045, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 046, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 047, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 048, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 049, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 050, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 051, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 052, Loop: Woods
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 053, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 054, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 055, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 056, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 057, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 058, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 059, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 060, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 061, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 062, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 063, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 064, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 065, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 066, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 067, Loop: Beach
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 068, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 069, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 070, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 071, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 072, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 073, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 074, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 075, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 076, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 077, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 078, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 079, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 080, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 081, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 082, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 083, Loop: Hill
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 084, Loop: CANA
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 085, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 086, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 087, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 088, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 089, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 090, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 091, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 092, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 093, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 094, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 095, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 096, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 097, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 098, Loop: BRPT
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 103, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 104, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 105, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 106, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 107, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 108, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 109, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 110, Loop: The Flats
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 111, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 112, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 113, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 114, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 115, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 116, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 117, Loop: VIEW
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night
🚐 NASH1, Loop: GRUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$256.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.5
603 reviews
5
68.5%
413
4
21.4%
129
3
6.5%
39
2
2.5%
15
1
1.2%
7

Randy L

Verified

May 29, 2024 Stayed at: 111, Loop: VIEW

5

Our favorite place to camp. The volunteers and all gate people are kind and courteous

George P

Verified

May 28, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Primitive

5

Great location near Land Between the Lakes and Grand Rivers, a tiny town with everything you need.

Judith C

Verified

May 28, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: Primitive

3

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

Verified

May 27, 2024 Stayed at: 063, Loop: Beach

5

Quiet and clean

Gary K

Verified

May 27, 2024 Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats

5

Always a nice time here and a very nice, well kept park.

William T

Verified

May 25, 2024 Stayed at: 051, Loop: Woods

5

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

Verified

May 21, 2024 Stayed at: 029, Loop: Fisherman's Row

5

Love it, camp host are awesome and very friendly, it’s clean and fun!

Robert N

Verified

May 17, 2024 Stayed at: 077, Loop: Hill

4

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

Verified

May 16, 2024 Stayed at: 072, Loop: Hill

5

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

Verified

May 16, 2024 Stayed at: 028, Loop: Fisherman's Row

4

Like the campground restrooms needs updating

Location Canal

Address:
Canal Campground
Grand Rivers, KY, 42045
United States

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

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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