Showers
Playground
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Tailwater.
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
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.
Based on guest feedback
4.0
Based on 429 reviews
Showing 429 reviews
July 26, 2026 Stayed at: 37, Loop: TAIL
Its small peaceful and the lots are easy to set camper up on the attendants and the host are some of the best around i have been going there for years me and the wife and grandkids love it there
Helpful
July 31, 2026 Stayed at: 14, Loop: TAIL
We love camping at the tail waters just wish they were letting the spillway out while we were there but the lake level wasn’t high enough but we still had a good time the camp host are really nice ,site 14 is a excellent site first time staying in that site really shady and big
Helpful
August 7, 2026 Stayed at: 20, Loop: TAIL
We were shocked that there were only
5 other campers there it used to to be full in summer
Helpful
September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 49, Loop: TAIL
Staff is great! Clean Area! Overall great place for camping!
Helpful
September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 24, Loop: TAIL
I know it was a holiday weekend and we got there on the last night, but the bathrooms were absolutely disgusting. I know this could be due to the guests and the number of guests during the holiday. The smell coming from them was so strong you could hardly walk by without gagging . It is a beautiful spot, so if you have a camper with your own bathroom then you are good to go. But if you are tent camping be warned the bathrooms may not be ideal. Hopefully this was just a one time thing and due to the high volume of people. We will visit again during a less busy time.
Helpful
September 21, 2026 Stayed at: 49, Loop: TAIL
Beautiful shaded area. Private, spacious, and right on the river. Will certainly be back!
Helpful
September 23, 2026 Stayed at: 37, Loop: TAIL
you need to replace the fire pits they are in very bad shape, we like staying there, very peacefull
Helpful
September 23, 2026 Stayed at: 19, Loop: TAIL
Very disappointed with our visit due to the condition of the bath house. It was disgustingly filthy. Was not cleaned the entire time that we were there. Trash in the floor, mold on the walls and the shower curtains. One of the shower doors would not lock. No toilet paper in the men’s bathroom. We complained to the campground check in station and were told that it had been reported, but nothing was ever done to fix the problem. The bathroom doors were left propped open so they were full of bugs. I have never seen these conditions before in this campground. Really makes me sad, because we have camped here for years.
Helpful
September 24, 2026 Stayed at: 27, Loop: TAIL
Large open park good size lots, most are shaded
Helpful
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
Our team is here to help you find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
Replies within minutes
Population: 4,427
Nearby city: Bowling Green, KY
Approx. 18 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 761 ft
Scottsville, KY
RV Sites
Tent Sites
