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
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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
John L
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: Beach
Such a beautiful place to camp, friendly staff and beautiful facilities.
David D
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
Great location on the lake. The staff were so accommodating. Wooded sites were clean and spacious. Numerous deer were in the area
anthony G
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Primitive
Very nice sites and clean facilities
Terry W
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: Fisherman's Row
First time to stay in Fishermans Row and reall liked it.
bob m
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 095, Loop: BRPT
love the view of the lake
Janis M
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: VIEW
Nice and clean
Nathan S
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Primitive
Upon arriving we saw about 23 deer including a couple of fawns and 2 rabbits. It was simply beautiful. The campgrounds felt private and they were well maintained. The bathrooms were nice and clean. The the beach by the lake first simply gorgeous. The campground host was very helpful and friendly.
William M
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Woods
We really enjoyed our stay. The check in was easy and the well maintained grounds were just beautiful. Family friendly peaceful campground.
Sondra K
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
The Canal campground is beautiful!
The problems are the lake. We like to swim and kayak, the water was muddy and the stench was horrid stemming from the dead fish that floated by every day. We spoke to park attendant and he stated the poor condition of the water had been reported
To the Corp of Engineers. It was a long drive from our home and we will not choose to visit that campground in the future.
Marvin A
VerifiedAugust 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Hill
Best campground to relax at.
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
