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
Vicki S
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: Beach
The view was beautiful. The campground was clean. The bath house was clean. The only issue we had was there were skunks everywhere after dark.
wayne W
VerifiedAugust 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: VIEW
All good
Robert B
VerifiedAugust 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: Hill
Nice COE CG. Some FHU sites and many lakefront or lake view sites. Dining at Patties 1880 Settlement is a nice experience.
Stacy K
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 092, Loop: BRPT
Awesome campground with so many camping site options
Bryan B
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Beach
We camp on the Beach Loop every summer for a week and have for years. Sites are well maintained. Shower/bath facilities are older but clean. Quiet hours/camp rules are followed well by campers. Camp hosts on site and they make a few rounds a day through the campground. The last 2 years the Grand Rivers police made a round a day as well it seems. Beach is clean and easy to get to. Overall we've had a good experience camping at Canal for years now.
Janet J
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Woods
Beautiful campground and pleasant swimming area. Looking forward to returning
Sue W
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Beach
Fabulous campground! Clean bathhouse and sites and great hosts. I will definitely be back again
Jerry B
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row
I will be back
Deborah C
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Primitive
We stayed in the primitive section - had water and electric hookup. Was disappointed in the cleanliness of the campground overall. I mentioned to the camp hosts the first night and was told their garbage company does not clean up any thing that spills onto the ground and they cleaning team would pick it up. We stayed two night and never saw the trash picked up. Primitive section the sites have lots of shade while the newer sections have seem to be much closer together and more sun (will take the shade anytime). Overall was good but not a five star rating. Was the first COE or any campground where they checked our pass against the reservation number.
Tracey T
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Beach
Skunks are everywhere at night. 😳🦨
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.
