Warning
GeneralNorth Fork Recreation Area will not be operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 Season. Questions regarding fees, pass eligibility, or campground reservations procedures should be directed to the new managing entity, BrightSky Campgrounds, at 270-938-3715 or rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
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About North Fork (KY)
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Reviews (122)
What Guests Are Saying
North Fork Campground is praised for its peaceful and clean environment, making it a great spot for relaxation and unwinding. Many visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the well-maintained facilities, including easy access to water for fishing and recreation. However, some reviews highlight issues such as limited restroom availability, maintenance concerns, and the beach being closed, indicating a need for improvements.
What Guests Are Saying
North Fork Campground is praised for its peaceful and clean environment, making it a great spot for relaxation and unwinding. Many visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the well-maintained facilities, including easy access to water for fishing and recreation. However, some reviews highlight issues such as limited restroom availability, maintenance concerns, and the beach being closed, indicating a need for improvements.
Review Summary
Michael S
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: D044, Loop: D
As usual it was so good!
Elizabeth B
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: F079, Loop: F
I love you there just wish north fork beach was open
Bonnie F
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 • Stayed at: D037, Loop: D
I always enjoy camping at North Fork. It is always quiet and peaceful. The camp host are the absolute best around and always welcoming.
Jack W
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: E065, Loop: E
Great campground; excellent water access: all around wonderful destination; we’ve stayed several times.
Christine M
VerifiedAugust 6, 2024 • Stayed at: F078, Loop: F
Weather changes quickly I get that but our camp ground flooded and we were told no refund no exchange.
Andrew G
VerifiedJuly 22, 2024 • Stayed at: E062, Loop: E
Campground not maintained well, beach was closed, almost looked like the place was abandoned. I pulled in and was immediately disappointed by the shape the grounds were in and decided to leave here and stay at the nearby Axtel Campground. I am glad I did, as this campground was very nice.
Michael S
VerifiedJuly 4, 2024 • Stayed at: D040, Loop: D
The fishing was good! The campground was well maintained!
barry s
VerifiedJune 5, 2024 • Stayed at: D047/048, Loop: D
our trip was cut short by dangerous weather conditions that occured while we were camping
Darryl M
VerifiedMay 30, 2024 • Stayed at: D038, Loop: D
Only one bathhouse open, part of the time that bathhouse only had one working toilet. They have let this campground go down hill, been camping there since 2008, no improvements added at all, on op of everything else the grass was never mowed , I was there for 10 days. They also don’t clean the bathrooms every day, & when they stock toilet paper, only two rolls per stall during Memorial Day, very sad how they have let his campground go down hill
Michael S
VerifiedMay 29, 2024 • Stayed at: D044, Loop: D
The campground was in good shape the WiFi was out of order but that was BBTEL fault.
Location North Fork (KY)
Address:
9077 South Highway 259
Mc Daniels, KY, 40152
United States
Begin at ramp onto I-64 West toward New Albany/St. Louis, traveling 22.3 miles. Take the IN-135, Exit Number 105, toward Palmyra/Corydon, onto IN-135 South toward Corydon, traveling 16.7 miles. Continue on Bypass Road KY-79 for 2.1 miles. Turn right onto KY-79, traveling 10.1 miles. Continue on 1st Avenue, KY-79S for 495 feet. Turn a slight right onto US-60, traveling 11.8 miles. Turn left onto KY-259/KY-79, traveling 9.1 miles. End at 9077 South Highway 259, McDaniels, KY. Distance is approximately 72 miles with an approximate travel time of 1 hour, 15 minutes.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.6297 / -86.4367
Elevation: 171 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| General |
Off-road vehicles are not permitted |
| General |
Park Attendant can be reached while on duty at 270-257-8139. If no answer, contact the Rough River Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office at 270-257-2061. |
| General |
$5 per day boat ramp fee or $40 for an annual boat ramp pass. Purchase at the Fee Station near the boat ramp. |
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Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first. |
| General |
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
| General |
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Generators and other noise-producing devices must be turned off during this time. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralNorth Fork Recreation Area will not be operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 Season. Questions regarding fees, pass eligibility, or campground reservations procedures should be directed to the new managing entity, BrightSky Campgrounds, at 270-938-3715 or rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
