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
David P
VerifiedJune 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Primitive
This campground was relaxing, clean, friendly and close to town for any necessities. Everyone was helpful and hopefully when we camp here again we'll have better luck fishing. Even without luck, our bank fishing was relaxing.
Marvin A
VerifiedJune 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Hill
The weather was great to go fishing. It’s peaceful at the Canal and we was able to see deer all around. Even saw an almost all white beautiful Skunk. . My favorite place to go to just get away from home.
Alex B
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: Hill
Very shaded site, more full hook up would be great in all campgrounds
John B
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Primitive
Excellent campground with clean facilities right on the lake. Highly recommend for family friendly camping on the lake.
kenny c
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: Hill
We love this campground. We stayed in lot 70 this time and the only thing we would’ve liked better was if the trees were trimmed back so we could see the lake better. The lot was nice nice though.
Kim B
VerifiedJune 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 105, Loop: The Flats
Canal is one of our favorite campgrounds to visit.
James R
VerifiedJune 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: Hill
Good
Lisa P
VerifiedJune 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 097, Loop: BRPT
The camp is clean and generally quiet. My recommendation is that everyone should have to confirm their reservations....too many reserving sites and not showing up when they are supposed to and there are other people who would like to have those sites. Also, recommend after campground opens that people on site handle the reservations.
Stephen T
VerifiedJune 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Hill
Great campground with lots of wide, wooded campsites and a friendly, helpful staff. Clearly popular with the locals since it was packed mid-week. Even though it was fairly full, it didn’t seem cramped or crowded. The facilities were clean and functional, with lots of water activities for the whole family. We would highly recommend Canal Campground.
Donald B
VerifiedJune 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 090, Loop: BRPT
We love Canal. We got a site on the water this time and really enjoyed the view. We always go to the Elk and Bison range while at Ky Lake. Patties Settlement and the Willow Pond are two restaurants we go to.
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.
