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
Gary P
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: Beach
The host was great and the camp ground was well kept up the was great!!
Phillip S
VerifiedOctober 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Woods
We always enjoy our stay at Canal Campground.
Paul B
VerifiedOctober 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Primitive
We truly enjoyed the time we spent at Canal. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The Elk / Bison Prairie Driver was alive with activity because of the rut. An enjoyable wild animal experience without incident.
Michelle R
VerifiedOctober 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
We had a wonderful experience at Canal in Tenn. The couple that manage the place are so helpful!
Wayne B
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Woods
Very Good... always..... computer would not let me check that box...
Richard O
VerifiedOctober 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: Primitive
Very Clean and a great lay out for campers.
Another great Amy Corp. Campground.
Charles B
VerifiedOctober 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
The “flats” site 109 30’ Class C with toad. Site too tight ,parallel parking, need to disconnect toad to leave due to camper parked too close in front. Not level.
thomas r
VerifiedOctober 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: Beach
Quiet friendly helpful staff
Greg C
VerifiedOctober 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: VIEW
Wonderful place to stay site 113
Lisa C
VerifiedOctober 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Primitive
The space that we had was a little rough getting into, there were large chunks of pavement missing and the culvert had washed away in areas. The sight itself was ok and spacious. The bath house and showers were fairly clean.
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 7, 2026
