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Cave Creek Campground in Kentucky
Moderate to Book

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

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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

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
01AStandard653 ftElectric, Water-
02AStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
03AStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
04AStandard640 ftElectric, Water-
05AStandard648 ftElectric, Water-
06AStandard658 ftElectric-
07AStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
08AStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
09AStandard626 ftElectric, Water-
10AStandard628 ftElectric, Water-
11AStandard634 ftElectric, Water-
12AStandard644 ftElectric, Water-
13AStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
14BStandard645 ftElectric, Water-
15BStandard643 ftElectric, Water-
16BStandard632 ftElectric, Water-
17BStandard643 ftElectric, Water-
18BStandard654 ftElectric, Water-
19BStandard645 ftElectric, Water-
20BStandard643 ftElectric, Water-
21/22BStandard1253 ftElectric, Water-
23BStandard643 ftElectric, Water-
24BStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
25/26BStandard1260 ftElectric, Water-
27CStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
28CStandard650 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
29CStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
30CStandard644 ftElectric, Water-
31CStandard648 ftElectric, Water-
32CStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
33CStandard694 ftElectric, Water-
34CStandard680 ftElectric, Water-
35CStandard693 ftElectric, Water-
36CStandard675 ftElectric, Water-
37CStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
38DStandard657 ft--
39DStandard665 ft--
40DStandard662 ft--
41DStandard660 ft--
42DStandard673 ft--
43DStandard650 ft--
44DStandard6100 ft--
45DStandard655 ft--
46DStandard655 ft--
47DStandard680 ft--
48DStandard663 ft--
49EStandard6125 ftElectric, Water-
50EStandard630 ftElectric, Water-
51EStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
52EStandard684 ftElectric, Water-
53EStandard6100 ftElectric, Water-
54EStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
55EStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
56EStandard695 ftElectric, Water-
57EStandard677 ftElectric, Water-
58EStandard661 ftElectric, Water-
59EStandard630 ftElectric, Water-
60EStandard690 ftElectric, Water-
61FTent6---
62FTent6---
63FTent6---
64FTent6---
65FTent6---
Shelter 1-Group50-Electric, WaterAccessible

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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