North Fork (KY)

9077 South Highway 259, Mc Daniels, Kentucky, United States
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Warning

General

North 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 [email protected].

North Fork (KY)
North Fork Campground
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North Fork Campground
North Fork Campground (KY)

Featured amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground

About North Fork (KY)

North Fork Campground is located on the shore of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. The 5,100-acre lake is a hometown paradise for visitors who love the outdoors, and more than two million visitors camp, picnic, fish, swim, boat and relax on the lake shore each year.

Available sites

79 total sites
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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers Showers
Playground Playground
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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79 Sites Available

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🚐 A001, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A002, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A003, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A004, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A005, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A006, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A007, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A008, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A009, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A010, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A011, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A012, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A013, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A014, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 B015, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 B016, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 B017, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B018, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B019, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 B020, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B021, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B022, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B023, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 B024/025, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C026, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C027, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C028, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C029, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C030, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C031, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C032, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C033, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D034, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D035, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D036, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D037, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D038, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D039, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D040, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D041, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D042, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D043, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D044, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D045, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D046, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D047/048, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 E049, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E050, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E051, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E052, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E053, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E054, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E055, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E056, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E057, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E058, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E059, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E060, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E061, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E062, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E063, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E064, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E065, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E066, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E067, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 E068, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F069, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F070, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F071, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F072, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F073, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F074, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F075, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F076, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F077, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F078, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F079, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F080, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 F081, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved

Reviews

366 reviews

Summary

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North Fork (KY) is praised for its clean, peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained facilities, making it a great place to relax and unwind. Reviewers appreciate the friendly camp host and the campground's shady spots, particularly for larger rigs. Some concerns were noted regarding bathroom cleanliness and issues with unsupervised children, but overall, visitors expressed a desire to return, highlighting enjoyable experiences despite minor inconveniences.

Based on guest feedback

4.0

Overall rating

Based on 366 reviews

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5 stars 48.4% (177)
4 stars 23.0% (84)
3 stars 14.8% (54)
2 stars 8.2% (30)
1 star 5.7% (21)

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Rhonda J

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August 10, 2025 Stayed at: E061, Loop: E

I have been camping at NorthFork for 42 years and my husband about 55 years.
We have our favorite spots # 60 & # 59

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Rhonda J

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August 10, 2025 Stayed at: E061, Loop: E

I have been camping at NorthFork for 42 years and my husband about 55 years.
We have our favorite spots # 60 & # 59

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Rhonda J

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August 10, 2025 Stayed at: E061, Loop: E

I have been camping at NorthFork for 42 years and my husband about 55 years.
We have our favorite spots # 60 & # 59

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Joseph T

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August 4, 2025 Stayed at: D034, Loop: D

We always enjoy our stay at Rough River. We camped from Thursday to Sunday. The bathrooms close to our campsite were closed, which we didn't realize when we reserved the site. The main bathroom that was open was not cleaned (past it's always been acceptable). The floor in 2 of the stalls were slimy and gross. I attempted to clean it up, but it needed a cleaner. The camp site was clean and ready for us to use. The camp host was friendly and easy to communicate with. I will return, as this isn't typical.

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Joseph T

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August 4, 2025 Stayed at: D034, Loop: D

We always enjoy our stay at Rough River. We camped from Thursday to Sunday. The bathrooms close to our campsite were closed, which we didn't realize when we reserved the site. The main bathroom that was open was not cleaned (past it's always been acceptable). The floor in 2 of the stalls were slimy and gross. I attempted to clean it up, but it needed a cleaner. The camp site was clean and ready for us to use. The camp host was friendly and easy to communicate with. I will return, as this isn't typical.

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Joseph T

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August 4, 2025 Stayed at: D034, Loop: D

We always enjoy our stay at Rough River. We camped from Thursday to Sunday. The bathrooms close to our campsite were closed, which we didn't realize when we reserved the site. The main bathroom that was open was not cleaned (past it's always been acceptable). The floor in 2 of the stalls were slimy and gross. I attempted to clean it up, but it needed a cleaner. The camp site was clean and ready for us to use. The camp host was friendly and easy to communicate with. I will return, as this isn't typical.

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David M

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: B020, Loop: B

I’ve noticed more and more campsites with no shade at all. The site I was on, B20, had no shade at all and in the heat of the day is one hot site. Your campground needs more shaded lots. Also, I think there should be a regulation that restricts non-disabled people from renting out the handicapped accessible sites because pushing up hill in a wheelchair can be hard for a wheelchair user to do at times.

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David M

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: B020, Loop: B

I’ve noticed more and more campsites with no shade at all. The site I was on, B20, had no shade at all and in the heat of the day is one hot site. Your campground needs more shaded lots. Also, I think there should be a regulation that restricts non-disabled people from renting out the handicapped accessible sites because pushing up hill in a wheelchair can be hard for a wheelchair user to do at times.

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David M

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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: B020, Loop: B

I’ve noticed more and more campsites with no shade at all. The site I was on, B20, had no shade at all and in the heat of the day is one hot site. Your campground needs more shaded lots. Also, I think there should be a regulation that restricts non-disabled people from renting out the handicapped accessible sites because pushing up hill in a wheelchair can be hard for a wheelchair user to do at times.

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barry s

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: B023, Loop: B

camp host is very nice

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Location & Directions for North Fork (KY)

9077 South Highway 259, Mc Daniels, KY 40152 United States

Elevation: 171 ft

Getting There

Begin at ramp onto I-64 West toward New Albany/St. Louis, traveling 22.3 mi. Take the IN-135, Exit Number 105, toward Palmyra/Corydon, onto IN-135 South toward Corydon, traveling 16.7 mi. Continue on Bypass Road KY-79 for 2.1 mi. Turn right onto K...

Nearest town

Mc Daniels, KY - 2302 mi

About over 34 hr (2054 min) to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via US-60 and KY-259. It is located approximately 10 miles from I-64.

Near Mammoth Cave National Park

The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center

Approximate drive: 43.6 mi · over 1 hr (75 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Contact information for the Park Attendant and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office.
  • Campsites cannot be reserved in advance; setup is not allowed without a reservation.

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.

Vehicles & parking

  • Off-road vehicles are not allowed on the property.

Fees & deposits

  • A fee of $5 per day for boat ramp use or $40 for an annual pass.

Fires & fuel

  • Firewood must be purchased locally and burned on-site to prevent pests.

Safety & rules

  • Generators and noise-producing devices must be off during designated quiet hours.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

North 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 [email protected].

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