Free Camping in Kentucky

"Free dispersed camping around Daniel Boone NF Kentucky. Hemlock ravines and sandstone ridges with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Redbird District. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Narrow turnarounds Arrive early to claim a legal

"Free dispersed camping at Daniel Boone – Cave Run Backroads in Kentucky. Hardwood hills and lake benches with informal pullouts and some level clearings near Cave Run Lake. Primitive conditions with no hookups or trash service. Busy holidays Arrive early

"Free dispersed camping around LBL NRA Kentucky. Lake peninsulas and oak-hickory forests with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Turkey Bay/FS roads. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Permit rules apply Arrive early to claim a legal

Dispersed/primitive camping opportunities around Red River Gorge region (where permitted). Popular area; follow closures and rules.

Primitive tent camping areas near Cave Run Lake. Some designated primitive sites; verify seasons.

Primitive tent camping along Sheltowee Trace corridor (where allowed). Leave no trace; check permits.

Primitive/backcountry tent camping opportunities within LBL designated zones. Check rules, permits, and fire restrictions.

Backcountry tent camping in Big South Fork region (where allowed). Rugged terrain; self-sufficient camping.

Primitive tent camping in nearby forest zones (where permitted). Waterfall area is busy; verify regulations.

Primitive tent sites around Laurel River Lake region. Some designated primitive loops; check rules.

Primitive tent camping around Auxier Ridge vicinity (where allowed). Highly visited; arrive early.

Primitive tent camping options around Green River Lake recreation areas. Some designated sites.

Forest road primitive pullouts in Kentucky cave country (where permitted). Follow local regulations.

Sandstone arches & cliffs. Pullouts along forest roads outside main areas.

Sandstone arches & cliffs. Pullouts outside main recreation areas.

Bee Rock Rec Area is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 16.4 miles E of Somerset. It has approximately 35 campsites.

Birmingham Ferry — Smith Bay - LBL is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 12.6 miles S of Eddyville. It has approximately 26 campsites. Reported amenities include vault toilets.

Clear Creek Rec Area is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 5.3 miles S of Salt Lick. It has approximately 23 campsites.

Cravens Bay - LBL Lake Access is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 9.3 miles S of Eddyville. It has approximately 27 campsites. Reported amenities include dump station.

Energy Lake - LBL is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 10.1 miles W of Cadiz. It has approximately 48 campsites. Reported amenities include electric hookups, fishing, drinking water, showers.

Fenton - LBL Lake Access is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 16.2 miles NE of Murray. It has approximately 13 campsites. Reported amenities include electric hookups, vault toilets.

Gatlin Point - LBL is a national forest campground in Kentucky. It has approximately 19 campsites. Reported amenities include vault toilets, drinking water.

Great Meadows is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 14.6 miles W of Stearns. It has approximately 18 campsites. Reported amenities include drinking water.

Grove Rec Area is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 6.7 miles W of Corbin. It has approximately 53 campsites. Reported amenities include electric hookups, dump station, max length 50 ft, drinking water, showers, restrooms. Typical operating season: early apr-mid oct.

Hillman Ferry - LBL is a national forest campground in Kentucky, about 5.0 miles SE of Grand Rivers. It has approximately 380 campsites. Reported amenities include electric hookups, dump station, drinking water, showers.