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
Mary B
VerifiedApril 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 097, Loop: BRPT
Very well kept, bathhouses are clean and well maintained. Campground is quiet and peaceful. Views of the lake are lovely
Jeanette S
VerifiedApril 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 112, Loop: VIEW
We always enjoy ourselves at the Canal.
Ricky G
VerifiedApril 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Woods
I always enjoy the accommodations at this campground.
Susanne S
VerifiedApril 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 103, Loop: The Flats
Great as always.
Alan J
VerifiedApril 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: Hill
Our particular site along with several others we saw had been refreshed. New (level) gravel, new picnic tables and fire pits. We always enjoy staying here.
Marvin A
VerifiedApril 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Hill
The Canal Campground is our favorite. The restrooms are really nice, my Grandbabies like the playground and the beach is kept clean. The attendants are really nice and helpful. There’s just to many things to list.
Mark S
VerifiedApril 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Primitive
A nice campground with nice amenities
frank a
VerifiedNovember 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: BRPT
enjoyed watching the towboats and the elk and bison prairie
Lori G
VerifiedNovember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: Hill
Wonderful area to hike and enjoy nature.
Michael l
VerifiedNovember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Primitive
Had an awesome time. The crew are great. Thank for everything. Thinking about volunteering.
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.
