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VerifiedMay 21, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: TAIL
The campground hosts were very friendly and helpful. The area was neat, clean and we'll maintained. Nice size lots with easy access to most sites
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429 reviews
Tailwater is a peaceful campground with friendly hosts and a beautiful setting by the Barren River, making it a favorite among many campers. While some visitors noted issues with maintenance, such as restroom cleanliness and the need for infrastructure improvements, they appreciated the welcoming atmosphere and enjoyed activities like fishing. Overall, many families cherish their experiences there and plan to return, highlighting the campground's charm despite areas needing attention.
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May 21, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: TAIL
The campground hosts were very friendly and helpful. The area was neat, clean and we'll maintained. Nice size lots with easy access to most sites
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May 21, 2022 Stayed at: 24, Loop: TAIL
Every thing was fine but the grass was not mowed. That made the camp ground look bad.
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May 22, 2022 Stayed at: 03, Loop: TAIL
The grass needed mowing.
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May 22, 2022 Stayed at: 03, Loop: TAIL
The grass needed mowing.
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May 23, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: TAIL
great people at check in
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May 23, 2022 Stayed at: 39, Loop: TAIL
great people at check in
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May 25, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: TAIL
Grass around site 5 hadn't been mowed all year, campground looked poorly kept. In 25 years visiting this is the worst yet. Corp did nothing for visitors fishing with repairs to banks.
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May 25, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: TAIL
Grass around site 5 hadn't been mowed all year, campground looked poorly kept. In 25 years visiting this is the worst yet. Corp did nothing for visitors fishing with repairs to banks.
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June 6, 2022 Stayed at: 15, Loop: TAIL
We were not fans of the way they cut the bank down. We come here for the fishing and the concrete tiles that were installed made it very hard to walk on. My wife and I are both handicapped so climbing up and down to get your hook or sinker unstuck from the concrete or even just walking on it was treacherous. We also had to weed eat out a place to fish.
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June 6, 2022 Stayed at: 14, Loop: TAIL
The whole campground lost power multiple times,our grass was over 3 ft tall in the back ,and I know that it's not tailwaters fault for a policy that is in place saying that you cant take your golf cart past the check in place to take our children to the park,I really would suggest a parking area for golf carts to do so .Also a second exit only because when dumping sewage it's being blocked off .The showers were not very clean at all .But we did have fun fishing and having family fun,they had nice swings and sand to play in also they had a net set up for badminton or volleyball. There lot sizes where great to even for our 38 ft camper.
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1055 Tailwater Road, Scottsville, KY 42164 United States
Elevation: 149 ft
From Glasgow, KY: Take 31-E south for 4 mi; turn right on 252,
which will cross the dam in 8 mi. The Tailwater entrance road is at the
south end of the dam. Follow signs into recreation area. Approximately
19 mi from Bowling Green, KY.
Tailwater is accessible via US Highway 231, which is approximately 10 miles to the east. Interstate 65 is about 20 miles to the west, providing further access to nearby towns and cities.
The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 24.8 mi · 42 min
Last updated: November 4, 2026