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.
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates114 total sites
RV Sites
110 sites
Tent Sites
4 sites
About Canal
Number of accommodations: 114
Activities & Attractions
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Fishing
Hiking
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
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Reviews (770)
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its clean facilities, beautiful views of Lake Barkley, and friendly, helpful hosts. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained sites, ample shade, and wildlife presence, making it a relaxing spot for camping. While some minor issues like noise from golf carts and bathroom cleanliness were noted, the overall experience is positive, with numerous guests expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Canal Campground is highly praised for its clean facilities, beautiful views of Lake Barkley, and friendly, helpful hosts. Many visitors appreciate the well-maintained sites, ample shade, and wildlife presence, making it a relaxing spot for camping. While some minor issues like noise from golf carts and bathroom cleanliness were noted, the overall experience is positive, with numerous guests expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Lee B
VerifiedMay 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: Hill
This was my very best COE campground experience!
The camp host volunteers were amazing and extremely helpful. The sites were well maintained and easy to use. The bath house / rest room facilities were clean, well serviced and updated to current in every respect.
I would come back for more in a heartbeat!
Dennis P
VerifiedMay 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: Hill
Camp host are wonderful
Mike K
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Primitive
We love Canal and the town of Grand Rivers. It’s our favorite place to travel to from Nashville and fall in love with the weekends. Thanks to the Canal team for a great trip!
Garry S
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Fisherman's Row
Great site. Staff was exceptional, Restoom/Shower was very clean
Daniel B
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: CANA
From the employees to the fellow campers, everyone was very friendly. Campsite was clean and we enjoyed our stay. Fishing was great
Terry W
VerifiedMay 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Beach
Every thing was great as usually.
Darlene H
VerifiedMay 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: The Flats
Love how convenient the boat ramp and parking are. We mostly stay around the camp but grocery shopping and other shops are close by. Several restaurants are close by also.
Brian M
VerifiedMay 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: VIEW
Had site 113. Was able to level without leveling boards. Water and electric. Dump station on the way out. Site has a nice canal view to watch the barges and boats. Some shade at times. No over the air tv channels. One bar of Verizon and was able to use to stream tv. Occasionally Verizon would have no service.
Cary V
VerifiedMay 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: Beach
Easy check in and movement to our site (64), which was about six inches higher on utility side and required lifting passenger side of truck.
Terry M
VerifiedMay 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Beach
Nice space plenty of room close to the beach and the playground and bathroom definitely recommend will stay again
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.
Elevation: 116 feet
1.9 mi drive to downtown Grand Rivers (about 7 min)
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: September 3, 2026
