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
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
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Reviews (617)
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its spacious and clean sites, friendly hosts, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors enjoy the quiet atmosphere, well-maintained facilities, and opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing and biking. While some noted minor issues like dated showers and occasional noise from golf carts, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its spacious and clean sites, friendly hosts, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. Visitors enjoy the quiet atmosphere, well-maintained facilities, and opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing and biking. While some noted minor issues like dated showers and occasional noise from golf carts, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return.
Review Summary
Judith M
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: BRPT
Canal is a wonderful campground. We always love our visit to the area.
I have been camping for most of my life. I could not believe the number of campers who built a fire in the fire pit and then left the fire unsupervised. They built the fire then went inside their camper or got in their car and left the campgrounds. Also, there was 20 mph winds during this time.
Roxanne S
VerifiedApril 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row
I had site 33 Fisherman’s Row, and it was perfect. It was spacious and level. The entire campground looked clean and well taken care off. I did not use the bathhouse. Perfect location to explore everything that Land between the Lakes has to offer. There is a Planetarium and Bison and Elk preserve. I will definitely return.
Timothy R
VerifiedApril 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: Woods
The space was nice. It is on top of a small hill, but levels off at the top of the drive. Across the road are a couple of sites that slightly obstruct the view of the water, but it was a quick and easy walk to watch the sunrise from over the lake.
Louise R
VerifiedApril 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Beach
we camp several times yearly always enjoy the outdoors
Vicki J
VerifiedApril 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: The Flats
Absolutely loved our experience here. plenty of areas to walk. The dog park was exceptionally clean. The shower and bath house was relatively close and clean to all the sites. Thank you so much for making it a amazing trip.
Nathan B
VerifiedApril 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Primitive
Great campground!
Sheryl M
VerifiedApril 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Primitive
Campground is really nice, bathroom/shower house was extremely clean. The only thing I would change is people constantly driving around in golf carts. We had the same people passing our campsite six or seven times a day. Camping is a time to unplug and enjoy nature. All the golf carts makes it feel like you’re in a subdivision with constant traffic.
Earl M
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Great hosts, great park!
Alan J
VerifiedApril 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: Hill
Always one of my favorite places to camp Plenty of space on the sites. Nice facilities and friendly folks.
Laurel T
VerifiedApril 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: Hill
Our site was quite unlevel but in a beautiful spot. Lots of barking dogs in our area and many golf carts driving through often. We enjoyed seeing the northern half of the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.9956 / -88.2097
Elevation: 116 feet
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: June 4, 2026
