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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 Eureka
Number of accommodations: 26
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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- Dump station on site
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- Showers
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Reviews (488)
What Guests Are Saying
Eureka campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment with beautiful views of the lake, spacious campsites, and friendly, helpful staff. Many visitors appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities and the tranquil atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for return visits. Some minor drawbacks include narrow access roads and the need for upgrades to the shower facilities, but overall, guests enjoyed their stays and expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Eureka campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment with beautiful views of the lake, spacious campsites, and friendly, helpful staff. Many visitors appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities and the tranquil atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for return visits. Some minor drawbacks include narrow access roads and the need for upgrades to the shower facilities, but overall, guests enjoyed their stays and expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Robert R
VerifiedAugust 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: EURE
Site #15. Electric and water are 75 - 80 ft. from the back of the site, if you back in. Mud/dirt is located where asphalt meets gravel. There is a gravel pile 200 ft. up the camp road - why it's not being utilized is beyond me. Due recent flooding, driftwood and trash were everywhere. Towing a 40 ft. 5th wheel - to get to dump station you have to turn left, at the hosts' guard shack (heading back into Eureka). When done, the turn is too sharp to make the U-turn to exit the area. Now (after dumping) you have to either drive thru the campground again or turn around in the parking area at the bottom of the hill to the right of the campground entrance. Those were the cons. I know, due to budget cuts in Army Corps of Engineers (C.O.E.), money isn't there to readily pay for needed maintenance as soon as the need arises. I assume it will get better in a few years to where we can get back to the "good ole days" of well-maintained campgrounds. All of that being said - Eureka is a small, quaint, and gorgeous campground. The views of the lake are perfect. The bath/shower house is nice. Wildlife is everywhere - not in a bad way. The hosts were very friendly - as well as all campers we talked to. It's also a short drive to Patti's or many other places - if the need for supplies arises. Yes, there are some dead fish in the water and on the banks - and yes it does kinda smell, at times - but that's the way it's always been. Lake Barkley and Kentucky lake are lakes that get fished out of - and when a dam is involved, some fish are going to die - and dead fish end up in the water and on the banks. I'm 61 years old and have been swimming (and fishing) in the twin lakes all my life. The reservation process was pretty straight forward and the info, on each site, was fairly accurate. The nightly rates are not too bad. All-in-all it was a nice campground and we look forward to coming back when we can.
Peter M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: EURE
Very helpful hosts
betty e
VerifiedAugust 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: EURE
Always love staying at Eureka. Wish there were sewer sites.
betty e
VerifiedAugust 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: EURE
Always love staying at Eureka. Wish there were sewer sites.
Debbie S
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: EURE
Campground is very clean and well kept. Bathrooms are clean. The Host and Hostess and friendly, very helpful and available. We look forward to our next visit.
Lisa M
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: EURE
Awesome views
Awesome people
Lisa M
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: EURE
Awesome views
Awesome people
Debbie S
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: EURE
Campground is very clean and well kept. Bathrooms are clean. The Host and Hostess and friendly, very helpful and available. We look forward to our next visit.
Shelia G
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: EURE
We enjoyed our visit and will plan another trip soon.
Shelia G
VerifiedJuly 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: EURE
We enjoyed our visit and will plan another trip soon.
Location Eureka
Address:
Eureka Campground
Kuttawa, KY, 42055
United States
Physical Address: Eureka Campground, 1802 St. Rt. 1271, Kuttawa, KY 42055 From Nashville, Tennessee take I-24 West to Exit 40. Turn left onto Highway 62 West for 2.9 miles then turn left onto Highway 810. Go 0.7 miles then turn right onto State Route 1271. Continue onto 1271 for 1.8 miles. The road leads directly into the campground.
Eureka Campground is accessible from I-24 via Exit 40, connecting to Highway 62 West and then State Route 1271, which leads directly to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.0251 / -88.194
Elevation: 133 feet
Policies & Rules
Fires & fuel
- Visitors must use only certified heat-treated firewood to prevent forest pests and diseases.
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
