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
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.
Phillip S
VerifiedOctober 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: Woods
We always enjoy our stay at Canal Campground.
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!!
Robert S
VerifiedOctober 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Woods
The campground was very nice and close to the lake. The bath houses are spaced out and within a short walk. My only complaint is the number of golf carts. It seems that most of the campers have one. In the evening it became a steady stream of golf carts driving past our campsite to the point of being annoying. It was not a peaceful evening by the campfire.
Sean D
VerifiedOctober 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Primitive
This is a gorgeous campground, well located, with fantastic facilities and a top shelf staff. I love staying here.
ROBERT S
VerifiedOctober 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Primitive
The beach could use some improvement.
Paula B
VerifiedOctober 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Fisherman's Row
A nice COE campground. We came in without a reservation on a Thursday and got a nice site for the night. It's a busy campground and some of the sites are tight but I can tell it would be a nice campground at any time. Camp hosts were very helpful and nice.
Richard G
VerifiedOctober 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: The Flats
We love it !! This is the only campground we use!! It's like home!! Visit Lighthouse Landing to watch the sunset. Calvert City is close by for Subway, McDonalds, Cracker Barrel, Waffle House and others.
Neil N
VerifiedOctober 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 112, Loop: VIEW
Beautiful campsite! #12 Only drawback is not enough restrooms/shower houses. Only two in the whole campsite, and it was a long way away for us.
TAMMY B
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 092, Loop: BRPT
Bathhouses need attention
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 |
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| 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.
