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
Carolyn H
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
Wonderful campground host. Campground well maintained. Beautiful views of the lake. Bathroom clean and well maintained.
Richard W
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Beach
Came in and set up in the rain, not real heavy. Got all situated and the rain quit. The weather was pleasant for the time of the year, didn't turn on the air till the day before we left.
Jerry C
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 097, Loop: BRPT
Great Campground, clean , easy check in
Kenneth P
VerifiedJune 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: Hill
It would’ve been a beautiful spot if there was a dead fish, all along the shoreline, all in the swimming area where kids play. There were decompose fish at every level. It was rather disgusting.
Marlene H
VerifiedJune 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: Woods
Our first time camping at Canal campground. We very much enjoyed our time there. Our site was big, level, shady and quiet. What more could a camper ask for!
mark e
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Woods
Good amount of shade for early June. Plenty of space for 2 vehicles and camper. Shower house very clean.
Michael M
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Beach
Very nice Campground. We are new to camping and have been here twice and had a very nice experience both times. Love the Waterfront sites. Very nice people and facilities. Great Verizon coverage.
Vicki S
VerifiedJune 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Beach
Canal campground is very nice. We were there on Memorial Day weekend and it was completely full. It was quiet and very peaceful.
Cynthia H
VerifiedJune 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: Hill
Best thing was our site was so level that we backed our coach in and we were done! Site was large with water view. Loved biking and walking around. Almost everyone has a golf cart that they own or rent for driving around and driving into town for ice cream. We were only booked for one night because we were passing through. This would definitely be a place I would return to stay a few days and might even rent a cart!
michael t
VerifiedJune 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: Hill
Great views of Barkley Lake if you have the right camp site
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.
