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Waitsboro Campground

Lake Cumberland, Kentucky

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As of October 2026, Waitsboro Campground is a campground in Kentucky with 22 campsites. Waitsboro Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Waitsboro Campground is located at 37.0036° N, 84.6231° W.

people allowed on 20 of 22 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 15

Waitsboro Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 5 (16 sites)Oct 6 (12 sites)Oct 7 (11 sites)

16 sites open on Oct 5 at Waitsboro Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 09:20 UTC.

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 Waitsboro Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Waitsboro Campground

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Standard 16
Tent 4
Group 2
Accessible 1
Hookups 20

What an RV fits

29 ft1 site
32 ft1 site
33 ft2 sites
35 ft1 site
36 ft2 sites
40 ft1 site
46 ft4 sites
50 ft2 sites
55 ft1 site
70 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Waitsboro Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the WAIT loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
01	Standard	6	55 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
02	Standard	6	50 ft	Electric, Water	-
03	Standard	6	32 ft	Electric, Water	-
04	Standard	6	33 ft	Electric, Water	-
05	Tent	6	-	-	-
06	Standard	6	36 ft	Electric, Water	-
07	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric, Water	-
08	Standard	6	36 ft	Electric, Water	-
9G	Group	12	33 ft	Electric, Water	-
11	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric, Water	-
12	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric, Water	-
13	Standard	6	40 ft	Electric, Water	-
14	Tent	6	-	Electric, Water	-
15	Standard	6	46 ft	Electric, Water	-
16	Standard	6	-	Electric, Water	-
17	Standard	6	29 ft	Electric, Water	-
18	Standard	6	70 ft	Electric, Water	-
19	Standard	6	35 ft	Electric, Water	-
20	Tent	6	-	Water	-
21	Tent	6	-	-	-
22	Standard	6	50 ft	Electric, Water	-
A100	Group	15	-	Water	-

About Waitsboro Campground

Overview

Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.

Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour.

Recreation

Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities.

The lake has an abundance of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, rockfish and walleye, making it a favorite among anglers.

The Black Walnut Nature Trail, located near the lake office, is a self-guided educational trail. The trail is open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4pm EST.

Facilities

The campground offers 17 RV sites, all with electric hookups, and five tent-only sites. Eight of Waitsboro's sites are on the waterfront, making them prime locations for weekend recreation.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station. A day-use area with a group picnic shelter and a parking area is also available.

Natural Features

The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, offering sweeping scenic views. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat.

Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year.

Nearby Attractions

General Burnside Island State Park is nearby. It was named after Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, who led patrols along the Cumberland River, circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. Visitors come today to enjoy boating, fishing, golfing and picnicking on Kentucky's only island state park.

Burnside Marina is 10 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store.

Rules and notices at Waitsboro Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Waitsboro Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Check in time is 3:00 PM Eastern. Check out time is 12:00 PM Eastern.

Off-road vehicles not permitted.

Golf carts, scooters and moped vehicles are not authorized on project roadways unless handicap credentials can be established.

America the Beautiful discount cards do not apply to group sites or shelters. Discount cards good for standard sites.

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Waitsboro Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Waitsboro Campground?

Waitsboro Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 22 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Waitsboro Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Waitsboro 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 Waitsboro Campground have?

Waitsboro Campground has 22 campsites.

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