Craigs Creek Group Area

London Ranger District, London, Kentucky, United States
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CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA
CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA
CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA
CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA
CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA

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About Craigs Creek Group Area

Craigs Creek Group Area is perched near Laurel River Lake in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Here, group campers find hours of fun playing on the sports field, firing up the grills and exploring the beautiful lake. Daniel Boone National Forest protects 23 species listed as federally threatened or endangered. Species range from the magnificent bald eagle to the small Indiana bat and the Cumberland Sandwort.

Available sites

3 total sites
Tent Sites 3 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

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Birding

Birding

Year-round
Boating

Boating

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly Pet friendly
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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
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Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ GRP A, Loop: CRAI Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ GRP B, Loop: B Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ GRP C, Loop: GRPC Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

16 reviews

Summary

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Craigs Creek Group Area is a great venue for large gatherings, with clean restrooms and well-maintained facilities. Guests appreciated the helpfulness of Ranger Christine and the overall cleanliness improved after the camp host arrived. Some noted the pricing as a bit high and mentioned a need for road improvements, but overall, the experience was highly recommended.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

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VITALIY L

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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: GRP C, Loop: GRPC

Cleaning issue, no one cleans restrooms, so messy
no one there if you have question, there is no one there to ask
looks like my previous review got deleted/removed?
previous years it was much better atmosphere, with this new contracted people, got much worst, not sure if next year we will be going here.

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Location & Directions for Craigs Creek Group Area

London Ranger District, London, KY 40744 United States

Elevation: 326 ft

Getting There

From London, Kentucky, take Exit 38 from I-75. Take Kentucky 192 west

for 12.2 mi. Turn left onto Forest Road 62 and drive 2 mi to the

Craig's Creek site.

Nearest town

London, KY - 16 mi

About 25 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • Cick here for more information on Daniel Boone National Forest
  • Bears frequent the area; visitors must keep food in approved containers at all times.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
  • Parking is limited and allowed in designated parking areas only. A vehicle is defined as cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, boats, etc. Each reserved area includes the following number of vehicles: Group Site A: Up to 6 vehicles Group Site B: Up to 6 vehicles Group Site C: Up to 8 vehicles Group Shelter: Up to 10 vehicles Additional vehicles may be permitted only if parking is available and will be charged $10 per vehicle, per day. Once parking capacity has been reached, additional vehicles may be refused entry to the campground. All vehicles must have a parking tag. All vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas only. Parking in unassigned campsites is not permitted. Boats and trailers may not be parked in campsites or on grassy areas. Guests bringing additional vehicles that are not are not staying overnight must exit the campground by each evening. Shelter Reservation Hours Shelter reservations are valid from to . All shelter guests and vehicles must depart the campground by 9:00 PM.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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