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Smith Ridge Campground in Kentucky
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Smith Ridge Campground

Green River Lake, Kentucky

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As of October 2026, Smith Ridge Campground is a campground in Kentucky with 79 campsites. Smith Ridge Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Smith Ridge Campground is located at 37.2958° N, 85.3000° W.
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Smith Ridge 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 Smith Ridge Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Smith Ridge Campground

  • Standard 79
  • Accessible 5
  • Hookups 66

What an RV fits

  • 20–24 ft1 site
  • 40–44 ft1 site
  • 50–54 ft8 sites
  • 55–59 ft8 sites
  • 60–64 ft15 sites
  • 65–69 ft19 sites
  • 70–74 ft13 sites
  • 75–79 ft8 sites
  • 80–84 ft6 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

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

All sites at Smith Ridge Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
01AStandard659 ftElectric, Water-
02AStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
03AStandard657 ftElectric, Water-
04AStandard677 ftElectric, Water-
05AStandard654 ftElectric, Water-
06AStandard684 ftElectric, Water-
07AStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
08AStandard682 ftElectric, Water-
09AStandard677 ftElectric, Water-
10AStandard671 ftElectric, Water-
11AStandard676 ftElectric, Water-
12AStandard681 ftElectric, Water-
13AStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
14AStandard681 ftElectric, Water-
15AStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
16AStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
17AStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
18AStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
19AStandard657 ftElectric, Water-
20AStandard655 ftElectric, Water-
21AStandard650 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
22AStandard664 ftElectric, Water-
23AStandard656 ftElectric, Water-
24AStandard654 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
25AStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
26AStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
27AStandard672 ftElectric, Water-
28AStandard620 ftElectric, Water-
29AStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
30AStandard661 ftElectric, Water-
31BStandard666 ftWater-
32BStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
33BStandard664 ftWater-
34BStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
35BStandard662 ftWater-
36BStandard675 ftElectric, Water-
37BStandard667 ftElectric, Water-
38BStandard655 ftElectric, Water-
39BStandard677 ftElectric, Water-
40BStandard670 ftElectric, Water-
41BStandard675 ftElectric, Water-
43BStandard680 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
44BStandard663 ftElectric, Water-
45BStandard661 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
46BStandard660 ftElectric, Water-
47BStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
48BStandard643 ftElectric, Water-
49BStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
50BStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
51BStandard673 ftElectric-
52BStandard654 ftElectric, Water-
53BStandard657 ftElectric, Water-
54BStandard662 ftElectric, Water-
55BStandard666 ftElectric, Water-
56BStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
57BStandard658 ftElectric, Water-
58BStandard650 ftElectric, Water-
59BStandard654 ftElectric, Water-
60BStandard683 ft--
61BStandard651 ft--
62BStandard663 ft--
63BStandard679 ft--
64BStandard670 ft--
65BStandard668 ftElectric, Water-
66BStandard661 ft--
67BStandard667 ftElectric, Water-
68BStandard672 ft--
69BStandard669 ftElectric, Water-
70BStandard667 ft--
71BStandard665 ftElectric, Water-
72BStandard674 ft--
73BStandard671 ftElectric, Water-
74BStandard670 ft--
75BStandard674 ftElectric, Water-
76BStandard672 ft--
77BStandard672 ftWater-
78BStandard667 ft--
79BStandard677 ftWaterAccessible
80BStandard665 ft--

About Smith Ridge Campground

Overview

Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Smith Ridge 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

Smith Ridge Campground offers 80 campsites, 62 of which have water and electric hookups. Amenities such as flush toilets, showers, fire rings, and drinking water provide a comfortable camping experience. A playground and hiking trail offer additional recreation opportunities within the campground. The Corps also manages a boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic sites and parking areas nearby. A marina managed swimming beach, picnic areas, 9-hole frisbee golf course, additional restroom facilities, as well as marina owned condos are all located within 1 mile of the campground.

Natural Features

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

Contact Info

Between 05/09/2025 and 09/14/2025 this location is staffed. Please call (270) 789-2743 to speak with local staff. From 09/09/2024 to 05/08/2025 this location is unstaffed. Please call (270) 465-4463 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

The Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the Historical Civil War Atkinson-Griffin Log Cabin are located only a short 13.5 miles from Smith Ridge near the Green River Lake Dam .

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.

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 plus the first nights use fee.

Rules and notices at Smith Ridge Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Smith Ridge 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

Smith Ridge Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Smith Ridge Campground?

Smith Ridge Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 79 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Smith Ridge Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Smith Ridge 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 Smith Ridge Campground have?

Smith Ridge Campground has 79 campsites.

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