
Cave Creek Campground
Rough River Lake, Kentucky
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As of October 2026, Cave Creek Campground is a campground in Kentucky with 64 campsites. Cave Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Cave Creek Campground is located at 37.5733° N, 86.4953° W.
- people allowed on 61 of 64 sites
- 6
- people allowed on the largest site
- 50
Cave Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
- Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Cave Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Cave Creek Campground
- Standard 58
- Tent 5
- Group 1
- Accessible 2
- Hookups 48
What an RV fits
- 25–29 ft2 sites
- 30–34 ft4 sites
- 40–44 ft7 sites
- 45–49 ft4 sites
- 50–54 ft10 sites
- 55–59 ft4 sites
- 60–64 ft9 sites
- 65–69 ft4 sites
- 70–74 ft2 sites
- 75–79 ft2 sites
- 80–84 ft3 sites
- 90–94 ft3 sites
- 95–99 ft1 site
- 100–104 ft2 sites
- 125–129 ft1 site
Amenities
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Forest.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, photography, water sports.
All sites at Cave Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | A | Standard | 6 | 53 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 02 | A | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 03 | A | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 04 | A | Standard | 6 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 05 | A | Standard | 6 | 48 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 06 | A | Standard | 6 | 58 ft | Electric | - |
| 07 | A | Standard | 6 | 66 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 08 | A | Standard | 6 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 09 | A | Standard | 6 | 26 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 10 | A | Standard | 6 | 28 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 11 | A | Standard | 6 | 34 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 12 | A | Standard | 6 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 13 | A | Standard | 6 | 52 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 14 | B | Standard | 6 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 15 | B | Standard | 6 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 16 | B | Standard | 6 | 32 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 17 | B | Standard | 6 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 18 | B | Standard | 6 | 54 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 19 | B | Standard | 6 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 20 | B | Standard | 6 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 21/22 | B | Standard | 12 | 53 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 23 | B | Standard | 6 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 24 | B | Standard | 6 | 68 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 25/26 | B | Standard | 12 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 27 | C | Standard | 6 | 66 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 28 | C | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 29 | C | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 30 | C | Standard | 6 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 31 | C | Standard | 6 | 48 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 32 | C | Standard | 6 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 33 | C | Standard | 6 | 94 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 34 | C | Standard | 6 | 80 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 35 | C | Standard | 6 | 93 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 36 | C | Standard | 6 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 37 | C | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 38 | D | Standard | 6 | 57 ft | - | - |
| 39 | D | Standard | 6 | 65 ft | - | - |
| 40 | D | Standard | 6 | 62 ft | - | - |
| 41 | D | Standard | 6 | 60 ft | - | - |
| 42 | D | Standard | 6 | 73 ft | - | - |
| 43 | D | Standard | 6 | 50 ft | - | - |
| 44 | D | Standard | 6 | 100 ft | - | - |
| 45 | D | Standard | 6 | 55 ft | - | - |
| 46 | D | Standard | 6 | 55 ft | - | - |
| 47 | D | Standard | 6 | 80 ft | - | - |
| 48 | D | Standard | 6 | 63 ft | - | - |
| 49 | E | Standard | 6 | 125 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 50 | E | Standard | 6 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 51 | E | Standard | 6 | 70 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 52 | E | Standard | 6 | 84 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 53 | E | Standard | 6 | 100 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 54 | E | Standard | 6 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 55 | E | Standard | 6 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 56 | E | Standard | 6 | 95 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 57 | E | Standard | 6 | 77 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 58 | E | Standard | 6 | 61 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 59 | E | Standard | 6 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 60 | E | Standard | 6 | 90 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 61 | F | Tent | 6 | - | - | - |
| 62 | F | Tent | 6 | - | - | - |
| 63 | F | Tent | 6 | - | - | - |
| 64 | F | Tent | 6 | - | - | - |
| 65 | F | Tent | 6 | - | - | - |
| Shelter 1 | - | Group | 50 | - | Electric, Water | Accessible |
About Cave Creek Campground
Overview
Cave Creek 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.
Recreation
A wide variety of recreational activities and facilities are provided at the lake, including ample opportunities for boating and fishing.
The most sought after fish are bass, crappie and catfish, and bass tournaments occur at the lake throughout the year.
Additionally, pontoon, johnboat and jet ski rentals are available at the nearby marinas.
Facilities
Cave Creek Campground offers 65 campsites, 36 of which have electric hookups. The facility also provides a dump station, playground, boat ramp, drinking water, a shower house, disc golf course, basketball court, and fishing pier.
Natural Features
The rolling, forested hills of rural south central Kentucky offer an extraordinary setting for those who visit the lake. Rough River Lake provides views of ancient sandstone, shale and limestone cliffs.
An abundance of water in the area, both surface and underground, has carved through limestone to create a myriad of sinks and caverns.
The lake itself is home to numerous species of wildlife, including migratory songbirds and waterfowl.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (270) 879-4304.
Nearby Attractions
This historic Green Farm is adjacent to the lake. It consists of about 3,000 acres, a large ancestral home, an old water-powered mill, and a golf course.
Mammoth Cave National Park, which boasts the longest cave system in the world with more than 240 miles of mapped passageways, is about a one-hour drive away.
Other nearby attractions also include the historic Holt House in Hardinsburg, the Jack Thomas House in Leitchfield, and the new Aquatic Center in Leitchfield.
Charges & Cancellations
Once a reservation has been created, there will be a $10 fee to cancel your reservation, change sites, or change dates. Cancellations made the date before you are scheduled to arrive through the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first night's use fee. No-show's are charged a $20 fee plus the first night's use fee. If your reservaiton is for onliy 1 night, and you have been charged the first night's use fee, there is no $10 or $20 service fee charged.
Rules and notices at Cave Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cave Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Off-road vehicles are not permitted
No alcohol allowed due to local Grayson County ordinance.
Park Attendant can be reached while on duty at (270) 879-4304. If no answer, contact the Rough River Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office at (270) 257-2061.
$5 per day boat ramp fee
Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first.
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.
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Generators and other noise-producing devices must be turned off during this time.
Cave Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Cave Creek Campground?
Cave Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 64 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Cave Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Cave Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Cave Creek Campground have?
Cave Creek Campground has 64 campsites.
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