Maple Springs

Spacious sites with water and electric
Maple Springs Camping
Maple Springs Camp Site 5
Maple Springs Campground
Maple Springs Camp Site 6

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

7 total sites

RV Sites

3 sites

About Maple Springs

At Maple Springs, visitors can enjoy the serenity of the campground and surrounding backcountry trails, or spend their days exploring Mammoth Cave. Campers can explore up to ten miles of the cave through a variety of tours available at the Visitor Center. With more than 400 miles (644 km) of mapped passageways, Mammoth Cave ranks as the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave is named for its grand size and scale. Visit the Rotunda for an idea of just how large this underground world is. The World Heritage Site was explored by Native Americans more than 2,000 years ago, and Europeans discovered its existence at the turn of the 19th century.

Number of accommodations: 7

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Past seasons
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Currently open - Mar 1 to Nov 29

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

7 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏕️ G001, Loop: Group Sites Equestrian
24 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🏕️ G002, Loop: Group Sites Equestrian
24 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🏕️ G003, Loop: Group Sites Equestrian
24 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🏕️ G004, Loop: Group Sites Equestrian
24 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 G005, Loop: Group Sites RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 G006, Loop: Group Sites RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 G007, Loop: Group Sites RV
Water & Electric
Price not available

Reviews (312)

What Guests Are Saying

Maple Springs Campground offers spacious, private sites with beautiful surroundings, including trees and grassy areas, making it ideal for families and groups. The campground provides convenient water and electric hookups, and nearby hiking paths enhance the outdoor experience. While the bathrooms are basic and some logistical challenges exist, many guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere and plan to return for future visits.

Review Summary

3.8
312 reviews
5
40.1%
125
4
26.9%
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3
14.7%
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2
10.6%
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1
7.7%
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Jodi Y

Verified

April 24, 2024 Stayed at: G004, Loop: Group Sites

4

We stayed in the Maple Springs campground. They recently paved so sights are level. Very remote and secluded. Only a a few other sites at location, so very peaceful. Beautiful hiking and biking trail right at entrance. Be aware, if driving RV need to go around park (adds 45 minutes) to get to visitor center and dump station. If have car, can take ferry which only takes about 20 minutes. Did not bother us-but just be sure to plan accordingly. Great location and cave tour was amazing! Highly recommend.

Phil S

Verified

April 26, 2024 Stayed at: G004, Loop: Group Sites

1

The trailer sites are angled the wrong way. You need to enter the campground through the entrance with the sign “do not enter”. While pulling out of the campground to back up on the main road (hoping no traffic would come), I cut the turn too sharp and my wheels went into the ditch and hit the stone culvert. Had to get a welder to come out and repair my trailer.

Phil S

Verified

April 26, 2024 Stayed at: G004, Loop: Group Sites

1

The trailer sites are angled the wrong way. You need to enter the campground through the entrance with the sign “do not enter”. While pulling out of the campground to back up on the main road (hoping no traffic would come), I cut the turn too sharp and my wheels went into the ditch and hit the stone culvert. Had to get a welder to come out and repair my trailer.

Phil S

Verified

April 26, 2024 Stayed at: G004, Loop: Group Sites

1

The trailer sites are angled the wrong way. You need to enter the campground through the entrance with the sign “do not enter”. While pulling out of the campground to back up on the main road (hoping no traffic would come), I cut the turn too sharp and my wheels went into the ditch and hit the stone culvert. Had to get a welder to come out and repair my trailer.

Kevin M

Verified

May 29, 2024 Stayed at: G002, Loop: Group Sites

5

Great site with trails adjacent to area. The Ferry Crossing is an adventure!

Kevin M

Verified

May 29, 2024 Stayed at: G002, Loop: Group Sites

5

Great site with trails adjacent to area. The Ferry Crossing is an adventure!

Kevin M

Verified

May 29, 2024 Stayed at: G002, Loop: Group Sites

5

Great site with trails adjacent to area. The Ferry Crossing is an adventure!

Justin F

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: G007, Loop: Group Sites

4

Nice quiet campground. Be aware that if the Green River is high the ferry closes to vehicles with trailers. Would recommend if you want an out of the way campground.

Justin F

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: G007, Loop: Group Sites

4

Nice quiet campground. Be aware that if the Green River is high the ferry closes to vehicles with trailers. Would recommend if you want an out of the way campground.

Justin F

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: G007, Loop: Group Sites

4

Nice quiet campground. Be aware that if the Green River is high the ferry closes to vehicles with trailers. Would recommend if you want an out of the way campground.

Location Maple Springs

Address:
P.O. Box 7
Mammoth Cave, KY, 42259
United States

Elevation: 237 feet

Distance to downtown

35 mi drive to downtown Mammoth Cave (about 48 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

1PM

Check out time

11AM

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Site types & loops

  • Sites 1-4 have electric and water, and are recommended for equestrian use with a tie-up area. No sewer or dump station available.
  • Sites 1-4 are recommended for equestrians with electric and water; vault toilets are available. No sewer or dump station.

Vehicles & parking

  • Green River Ferry is closed; alternate route takes 45 minutes. Ferry operates limited hours. RVs cannot use the ferry.
  • Ferry is subject to last minute closures; RVs cannot board. Call for operational status. Ferry hours are 6am-6pm.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Learn about White-nose syndrome affecting bats in national parks.

Safety & rules

  • Ticks are common; take precautions against tick-borne illnesses.

Fires & fuel

  • Obtain and burn firewood on-site to prevent pest spread; moving firewood is illegal in some states.

Local regulations

  • Firearms must follow state law; other weapons are prohibited in the park.
  • Fireworks are not allowed in the park.

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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