Warning

General

Canal 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.

Canal Campground
Canal Campground 2026 Map
Fishing dock
Canal Campground
Playground and swings

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Available sites

114 total sites

About Canal

Situated along a peninsula between the lush shorelines of Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, Canal Campground offers modern camping and provides the ideal setting to enjoy nature at its best with family and friends. Visitors can enjoy a stunning view of the Barkley Dam and boats traveling through the canal from the comfort of their campsite. The campground faces Barkley Lake, and the shore of Kentucky Lake is a brisk one-mile walk across the canal.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 27 to Oct 25

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

114 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 32 ft long
🚐 002, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 003, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 ft long
⛺ 004, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 006, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 20 ft long
⛺ 007, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 008, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 009, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 30 ft long
🚐 010, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 15 × 12 ft
⛺ 011, Loop: Primitive Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 012, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 22 ft long
🚐 013, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 22 ft long
🚐 014, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 015, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 20 ft long
🚐 016, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 017, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 018, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 019, Loop: Primitive RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · 24 ft long
🚐 021, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 022, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 51 ft long
🚐 023, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 024, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 ft long
🚐 025, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
🚐 026, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 027, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
🚐 028, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 ft long
🚐 029, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 030, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 ft long
🚐 031, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 032, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 033, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 034, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 ft long
🚐 035, Loop: Fisherman's Row RV
Pet Friendly · 37 ft long · Gravel
🚐 036, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 24 ft
🚐 037A, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 28 ft
🚐 037B, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 25 ft
🚐 038, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 25 ft
🚐 039, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 77 × 28 ft
🚐 040, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 041, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 41 × 26 ft
🚐 042, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 54 ft long
🚐 043, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 ft long
🚐 044, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 22 ft
🚐 045, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 24 ft
🚐 046, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 27 ft
🚐 047, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 26 × 2 ft
🚐 048, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 28 ft
🚐 049, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 28 × 28 ft
🚐 050, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 25 ft long
🚐 051, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 31 × 24 ft
🚐 052, Loop: Woods RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 24 ft
🚐 053, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 ft long
🚐 054, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 21 ft
🚐 055, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 25 ft
🚐 056, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 30 ft
🚐 057, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 26 ft
🚐 058, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 28 ft
🚐 059, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 21 ft
🚐 060, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 34 ft
🚐 061, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 25 ft
🚐 062, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 20 ft
🚐 063, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 24 ft
🚐 064, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 20 ft
🚐 065, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 20 ft
🚐 066, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 × 22 ft
🚐 067, Loop: Beach RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 27 ft
🚐 068, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 30 ft
🚐 069, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 × 24 ft
🚐 070, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 071, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 × 21 ft
🚐 072, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 47 × 23 ft
🚐 073, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 24 ft
🚐 074, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 × 23 ft
🚐 075, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 25 ft
🚐 076, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 20 ft
🚐 077, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 22 ft
🚐 078, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 42 × 22 ft
🚐 079, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 20 ft
🚐 080, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 32 × 25 ft
🚐 081, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 21 ft
🚐 082, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 × 22 ft
🚐 083, Loop: Hill RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 23 ft
🚐 084, Loop: CANA RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 ft long
🚐 085, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
🚐 086, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 37 ft long
🚐 087, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 ft long
🚐 088, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 ft long
🚐 089, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 ft long
🚐 090, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 48 ft long
🚐 091, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
🚐 092, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 38 ft long
🚐 093, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 094, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 095, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 ft long
🚐 096, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 ft long
🚐 097, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 098, Loop: BRPT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 44 ft long
🚐 103, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 104, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 105, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 106, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 107, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 108, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 109, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 110, Loop: The Flats RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 111, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 112, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 35 ft long
🚐 113, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 ft long
🚐 114, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 ft long
🚐 115, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 116, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 117, Loop: VIEW RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 45 ft long
🚐 NASH1, Loop: GRUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved

Reviews (817)

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

4.6
817 reviews
5
69.6%
569
4
20.4%
167
3
6.5%
53
2
2.3%
19
1
1.1%
9

Lauren B

Verified

June 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: BRPT

4

Thanks to the wonderful camp hosts and the guy that does all the work around the camp everything was wonderful.
Bathrooms were clean daily. Beach was nice even though it rained. Wonderful sight with great neighbors.

Jeanette S

Verified

June 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Primitive

5

We always have a good time at the Canal. The new people are very nice and very helpful. The bathrooms seem to be cleaner than in the past. We are going again 4th of July.

ROBERT B

Verified

June 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: Hill

4

Very nice site ....although the picnic table was not usable...had ants so bad you could not even put a rag on the table without dozens of little ants ...bring ant spray. The site has a very nice water veiw. Host were very friendly also.

Alisha S

Verified

June 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Woods

1

I have to say the park is absolutely beautiful and has the potential to be an enjoyable stay !!
The so called Park assistant , Larry , is very unpleasant. He tried to enforce so called rules that didn't exist. He was constantly getting on to you about nothing. We had to eventually call a park ranger to get relief from Larry .
I advise you to park as far away from the main gate as possible. We were parked in the woods section and was watched to the point of being uncomfortable.
Larry was overheard twice talking to our neighbors about our group .
It would be a real asset for the park to let him go .

Christopher D

Verified

June 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Fisherman's Row

4

Nice gated campground with tons less traffic from golf carts than the place down the highway, Hillman Ferry . It’s a requirement there for the lazy . Bathrooms could be updated on the fisherman’s loop and maybe. Fish clean station at the boat ramp instead of each camping space . Lazy fosbea. Just tossing carcasses right t back into the water at the campground next to their tied up boats. Makes no sense other than lazy which is Kentucky typical . It’s still 4 stars if you know these things in advance .

Jeanette S

Verified

June 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Woods

5

We always have a great time at the Canal campground. How ever this time there were too many E-bikes and the kids riding them were going too fast and were reckless.

Kenneth H

Verified

June 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Woods

4

great place to stay host are good people

Sara R

Verified

June 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Primitive

5

I have been to many campgrounds and met many amazing and friendly people, but the people who run this campground are exceptional! They were so kind and wonderful during my stay. They made me feel right at home from the moment I pulled into the campground and went above and beyond to make sure my stay was wonderful. They even helped me secure a reservation for the future. The park was beautiful, peaceful, bathrooms well kept, and views were stunning. Grand Rivers is a great town to visit and from now on I will always be choosing this campground when I go.

Renee R

Verified

June 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: Fisherman's Row

5

Canal is always a nice quite place to visit

Mary M

Verified

June 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Fisherman's Row

3

I stayed on Fisherman’s Row. Site was nice but very close to neighbors.

Location & Directions for Canal

Canal Campground, Grand Rivers, KY 42045 United States

Elevation: 116 ft

Getting There

<p>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 mi. Turn left onto J.H. O'Bryan Avenue for .1 mi. Turn right onto Canal Camp...

Nearest town

Grand Rivers, KY - 1.9 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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

General

Canal 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: October 18, 2026

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