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 -
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
Emily e
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 112, Loop: VIEW
Love this campground, lots of sites to choose from when they’re available. Nice to walk around the campground and enjoy the outdoors!
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
Jeff W
VerifiedNovember 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Hill
Well maintained, fantastic views
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.
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
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.
