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
Daniel M
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Campground is pretty much like it was when I was a kid in the 80s. Thats why I like it so much. Friendly staff and campers, very quiet campground, right on the water (I always stay on fisherman's row). The only negative thing I have to say is the bathhouses need renovating. They are usually very clean, but stall doors don't latch, the showers need hanging hooks, things like that. But overall, one of my favorite campgrounds!
DJ B
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: Beach
Three words, "I love it". Canal is such a clean, friendly and beautiful place I will continue to camp here. From the wild life to the beach, the Canal is a 5 star camping spot. If you've not been here before, I recommend it and definitely don't forget your camera!
Aaron G
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Primitive
The camp looks great, very clean, and the hosts were very nice. The main problem was the site we chose. The host told me that I had probably picked the hardest site in the whole park and he was spot on. Site 10 be aware that it should only be for short campers.
James G
VerifiedJune 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: BRPT
Great site and great view.
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.
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
