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
Bradley W
VerifiedAugust 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Beach
My campsite was wonderful. It was easy to get into with my camper. It was also a good size.
The hosts and hostesses were all very nice.
The only thing that could have been better was the cleanliness of the shower.
Kenneth B
VerifiedAugust 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Woods
Very good camping sites. Allways enjoy our stay
jackie b
VerifiedAugust 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: Primitive
Excellent site, excellent workers at the check in.
Gail A
VerifiedAugust 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: Hill
It was very peaceful there! There was a lot of things to see and do! Looking forward to going back.
Dan A
VerifiedAugust 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: Hill
Great site, clean park, close attractions and needs. Park host was very helpful when my trailer developed electrical issues. Patti's Settlement and Cabin Pizza a must for dinner. Grocery in town has all you need. The Homeplace a few miles south was great.
Ralph H
VerifiedAugust 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Woods
Originally had site #109 (Flats) reserved, but when we saw the site, it was really just a parking lot! The kind & gracious host was able to relocate us to site #45. This site was woodsy, large & beautiful! Within 10 minutes we had 3 deer walking behind our campsite! Definitely our kind of site! There were many wonderful sites in the campground- just stay away from the Flats loop if you’re wanting a something more than a parking lot. We are already planning a trip back to this beautiful area! Thank you to the wonderful campground hosts & COE
Christina W
VerifiedAugust 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Primitive
Recommend taking in the sunsets down by the sailboats. Also make sure to look for eagles they are everywhere and amazing.
Travis J
VerifiedAugust 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 115, Loop: VIEW
There’s a lot going on at this campground. It was very busy on the weekend so golf carts, cars, lots of people, and the canal had lots and lots of loud boats driving by. All that being said we would camp there again.
Tom V
VerifiedAugust 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: Hill
The campground was as advertised. Because we added an overnight, we stayed one night at one site, then moved to a second site for three nights. each site was unique. Both were more than satisfactory. The only drawback to this site, through no fault of their own, is that it's a bit of a walk to downtown, but luckily we had a car available to us, so it wasn't an issue.
Debbie L
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Hill
Staff so friendly and helpful. Always enjoy camping at the canal!
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.
