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
Terry W
VerifiedOctober 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Fisherman's Row
It was great as always. We stay several times a year and have never had a problem. Very quite and always clean.
Brad L
VerifiedOctober 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: Primitive
I think that most of the Federal campgrounds, (Forest Service, Corp of Engineers, BLM, etc.) are an excellent value for us retired people. My wife and I stay in them whenever possible.
Emma G
VerifiedOctober 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Primitive
Always enjoy going to Canal Campground. The bathrooms were kept clean & hot water in the shower.
Erika S
VerifiedOctober 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Primitive
We had a wonderful campsite with a beautiful view. It was clean and well maintained.
Bryan L
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: Hill
Could only stay one night but it was a very nice campground. Quiet, clean and well maintained. Good connectivity on Verizon and T-Mobile.
Stephen G
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Well kept park
Miranda M
VerifiedOctober 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: Beach
Campground is very peaceful and quiet. Even though it is a small campground, there is plenty to do locally, including some hiking trails and LBL is close. Very clean facility. Will return
margena t
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: BRPT
Had a wonderful time camping at the Canal Campground. Host were extremely nice and helpful. Very clean Campground. Can't wait to come back next year!
MARK C
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 086, Loop: BRPT
I used this campground as a quick overnight stop during a recent motorcycle voyage. I was tent camping and the campsite had everything I needed (good picnic table and a flat piece of ground). This site has private bathhouses. I didn't use the bathhouse to shower but I would have without hesitation; it was very clean.
Nettie K
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 103, Loop: The Flats
The rangers and volunteers were terrific and very friendly.
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
