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Holmes Bend Campground in Kentucky
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Holmes Bend Campground

Green River Lake, Kentucky

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As of October 2026, Holmes Bend Campground is a campground in Kentucky with 123 campsites. Holmes Bend Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Holmes Bend Campground is located at 37.2139° N, 85.2667° W.
people allowed on 122 of 123 sites
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people allowed on the largest site
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Holmes Bend Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Holmes Bend Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Holmes Bend Campground

  • Standard 123
  • Accessible 7
  • Hookups 100

What an RV fits

  • 35–39 ft1 site
  • 40–44 ft3 sites
  • 45–49 ft5 sites
  • 50–54 ft8 sites
  • 55–59 ft11 sites
  • 60–64 ft31 sites
  • 65–69 ft13 sites
  • 70–74 ft12 sites
  • 75–79 ft11 sites
  • 80–84 ft11 sites
  • 85–89 ft3 sites
  • 90–94 ft4 sites
  • 95–99 ft10 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, horse riding, water sports.

All sites at Holmes Bend Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
001AStandard658 ft--
002AStandard660 ft--
003AStandard669 ft--
004AStandard660 ft--
005AStandard660 ft--
006AStandard676 ft--
007AStandard642 ft--
008AStandard637 ft--
009AStandard662 ft--
010AStandard660 ft--
011AStandard664 ft--
012AStandard652 ft--
013AStandard641 ft--
014AStandard655 ft--
015AStandard654 ft--
016AStandard654 ft--
017AStandard659 ft--
018AStandard655 ft--
019AStandard649 ft--
020AStandard663 ft--
021AStandard659 ft--
022AStandard666 ft--
023AStandard657 ft--
024BStandard673 ftElectric, Water-
025BStandard698 ftElectric, Water-
026BStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
027BStandard673 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
028BStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
029BStandard680 ftElectric, Water-
030BStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
031BStandard677 ftElectric, Water-
032BStandard652 ftElectric, Water-
033BStandard672 ftElectric, Water-
034BStandard641 ftElectric, Water-
035BStandard680 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
036BStandard659 ftElectric, Water-
037BStandard681 ftElectric, Water-
038BStandard646 ftElectric, Water-
039BStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
040BStandard649 ftElectric, Water-
041BStandard682 ftElectric, Water-
042BStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
043BStandard681 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
044CStandard675 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
045CStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
046CStandard671 ftElectric, Water-
047CStandard884 ftElectric, Water-
048CStandard664 ftElectric, Water-
049CStandard653 ftElectric, Water-
050CStandard674 ftElectric, Water-
051CStandard663 ftElectric, Water-
052CStandard680 ftElectric, Water-
053CStandard665 ftElectric, Water-
054CStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
055CStandard674 ftElectric, Water-
056CStandard672 ftElectric, Water-
057CStandard679 ftElectric, Water-
058CStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
059CStandard672 ftElectric, Water-
060CStandard665 ftElectric, Water-
061CStandard693 ftElectric, Water-
062CStandard663 ftElectric, Water-
063CStandard699 ftElectric, Water-
064CStandard664 ftElectric, Water-
065CStandard685 ftElectric, Water-
066CStandard657 ftElectric, Water-
067CStandard672 ftElectric, Water-
068CStandard664 ftElectric, Water-
069CStandard697 ftElectric, Water-
070CStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
071CStandard661 ftElectric, Water-
072CStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
073CStandard648 ftElectric, Water-
074CStandard696 ftElectric, Water-
075CStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
076CStandard690 ftElectric, Water-
077CStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
078CStandard680 ftElectric, Water-
080CStandard667 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
082CStandard681 ftElectric, Water-
083CStandard676 ftElectric, Water-
084CStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
085DStandard684 ftElectric, Water-
086DStandard670 ftElectricAccessible
087DStandard670 ftElectric-
088DStandard662 ftElectric-
089DStandard667 ftElectric-
090DStandard648 ftElectric-
091DStandard699 ftElectric-
092DStandard652 ftElectric-
093DStandard676 ftElectric-
094DStandard692 ftElectric-
095DStandard658 ftElectric-
096DStandard675 ftElectric-
097DStandard688 ftElectric-
098DStandard660 ftElectric-
099DStandard652 ftElectric-
100DStandard664 ftElectricAccessible
101DStandard662 ftElectric-
102DStandard663 ftElectric-
103DStandard660 ftElectric-
104DStandard661 ftElectric-
105DStandard664 ftElectric-
106DStandard661 ftElectric-
107DStandard664 ftElectric-
108DStandard660 ftElectric-
109DStandard657 ftElectric-
110DStandard657 ftElectric-
111EStandard699 ftElectric-
112EStandard682 ftElectric-
113EStandard676 ftElectric-
114EStandard698 ftElectric-
115EStandard679 ftElectric-
116EStandard699 ftElectric-
117EStandard699 ftElectric-
118EStandard689 ftElectric-
119EStandard699 ftElectric-
120EStandard668 ftElectric-
121EStandard693 ftElectric-
122EStandard677 ftElectric-
123EStandard669 ftElectric-
124EStandard668 ftElectric-
125EStandard678 ftElectric-

About Holmes Bend Campground

Overview

Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Holmes Bend Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake.

Click here for the Green River Lake Virtual Tour.

Recreation

With 8,000 surface acres of water, the lake is an ideal place for boating. With ten boat ramps located around the shoreline, guests have plenty of room for fishing, jet skiing, wake boarding and more. Three full-service marinas are also located around the lake.

Fishing is a popular activity at Green River Lake: Walleye, crappie, white bass, channel catfish, muskie and bluegill are all found in abundance.

Hunters enjoy the surrounding land, with various habitats supporting deer, turkey, rabbit, quail, squirrel, dove and waterfowl.

There are also miles of trails that wind around the lake and along the shore, affording some of the most scenic views in the region.

Facilities

Holmes Bend Campground offers 125 campsites, 40 of which have electric hookups only and 62 of which have water and electric hookups. Amenities like flush toilets, showers, fire rings and drinking water provide a comfortable camping experience. A playground and an interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities within the campground. Several miles of multi-use trails to include horseback riding are all located just down the road from the campground. A swimming beach, reservable picnic shelter, parking areas, additional playground, restroom facilities, boat ramp, courtesy dock, fishing pier all managed by the marina, as well as marina owned rental cabins are all located within 1 mile of the campground.

Natural Features

Green River Lake area encompasses a total of some 32,000 acres in the central portion of Kentucky, creating countless recreational activities for visitors on the water and on land.

Nearby Attractions

The Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the Historical Civil War Atkinson-Griffin Log Cabin are located only a short 10 miles northwest from Holmes Bend .

Several historical attractions and National Parks are located within an hour of Green River Lake, including the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln and Mammoth Cave National Park.

Contact Info

Between 04/18/2025 and 10/26/2025 this location is staffed. Please call (270) 384-4623 to speak with local staff. From 10/28/2024 to 04/17/2025 this location is unstaffed. Please call (270) 465-4463 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

Customers who change their dates outside the original reservation date (i.e., different week or month) will incur a $10 change fee. No-shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee.

Rules and notices at Holmes Bend Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Holmes Bend Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Campground now ran by volunteers. There will be limited tollhouse hours and services offered. Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first. Reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or on www.recreation.gov.

Off-road vehicles not permitted.

CAMPING REGULATIONS

1. Camping is permitted at designated camping areas with not more than six (6) people or the members of one family unit at any one site. A family unit is considered to be parent(s) and unmarried children living in the same household. All vehicles must be registered at the tollhouse. Vehicles and personal property are to be placed only on the site(s) rented by you, not on adjoining sites. All vehicles/boat trailers must be within the limits of your campsite or in a designated parking area.

2. Campers must have a reservation before setting up on any campsite. To prevent overloading electrical circuits, only one (1) camper unit may be plugged into the campsite electric pedestal. Unoccupied or unrented campsites may not be utilized for electric service.

3. Campers will display the user permit on the site identification post and return it to the tollhouse when departing. Checkout time is 4:30 p.m. on the day the permit expires.

4. All visitors will check in at the tollhouse and will be charged a visitor’s fee. Visitors must leave by 9:30 p.m. No more than six (6) visitors per campsite at one time are permitted.

5. Gear, equipment, trash, and debris shall be completely removed from the area upon departure.

6. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. The operation or use of any noise-producing devices that unreasonably annoy others at any time is prohibited. The use of properly muffled generators is permitted between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Individuals who are boisterous, rowdy, disorderly, or otherwise disturb the peace at any time may be requested to leave the campground and forfeit all camping fees paid.

7. Vehicles/boat trailers must be parked within the limits of the campsite (within defined border or on gravel driveway) or in a designated parking area.

8. Fires may be built only in fireplaces or grills. A responsible person must attend to all fires. Hang lanterns on metal holders provided at campsites. No burning of treated lumber or wood containing metal is allowed.

9. Any loaded projectile fire device, ammunition, and explosives of any kind are prohibited in the area except when in the possession of a Government employee or law enforcement officer on official duty. The possession or use of fireworks is prohibited.

10. Pets shall be kept on a leash not over 6 feet long or under physical control at all times. Pets shall not be left unattended. Pet owners are expected to clean up and properly dispose of their pet’s waste.

11. The destruction, injury, defacement, removal, or alternation of Government property, vegetation, rocks, or minerals is prohibited.

12. Motor vehicles, including mopeds, must comply with state licensing laws and may only be operated on designated roadways by a licensed operator in accordance with state law. Campground speed limits and all traffic signs and directional arrows must be followed.

13. Scooters and other battery-operated recreational riding devices may be used on campground roadways similar to bicycles, provided they are operated in a safe and courteous manner. Children may not operate low profile recreational riding vehicles on roadways UNLESS accompanied by an adult. Reckless operation or repeated unsafe behavior is prohibited and may result in loss of riding privileges within the campground. The use of golf carts is permitted only by campers who have signed the Green River Lake Golf Cart Use policy.

14. Recreational riding devices or similar equipment are not allowed on the sidewalks or steps around showerhouse facilities or other walkways and may not be operated after dark.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION

Holmes Bend Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Holmes Bend Campground?

Holmes Bend Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 123 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Holmes Bend Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Holmes Bend 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 Holmes Bend Campground have?

Holmes Bend Campground has 123 campsites.

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