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
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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
Ronnie N
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Hill
Very nice camp ground with very clean showers. I hope to come back soon.
Dalene M
VerifiedMay 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Primitive
The staff are friendly and helpful. Most sites in the primitive area are level, a few pull threw. Water and electric at all sites with clean restrooms/showers. One site, #6, is right by the lake. Best in spring and fall. Deer, squirrel, opossum, skunk, chipmunks, Canadian geese, and Mallards were all seen this last trip.
Diane E
VerifiedMay 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
This was the most beautiful campground and a short bike ride to Patty’s.
Tammie C
VerifiedMay 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Primitive
Very nice Campground staff and Ranges
John H
VerifiedMay 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: BRPT
Love this campground and the area.
Must see would be Elk and Buffalo Prairie and the Homestead.
Michael l
VerifiedMay 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Primitive
Everything was as expected. The staff were awesome. Most likely my favorite full hookup campground.
david e
VerifiedMay 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: VIEW
Great area, right at the north entrance to the Land Between the Lakes and a short distance (minutes) to Grand Rivers
Sue K
VerifiedMay 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 105, Loop: The Flats
Beautiful park, camp hosts are professional, friendly and efficient, facilities all clean and in good working order.
Debbie A
VerifiedMay 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Canal is one of our favorite campgrounds. It is very clean and quiet. The restroom facilities are always clean and well maintained.
Kenneth B
VerifiedMay 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 096, Loop: BRPT
We love staying at the canal, it is always clean and there is grocery and restaurants close by and the cell service is great there. We was very unhappy that the washers or dryers was gone for some reason
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.
