Buckhorn Campground
Buckhorn Campground on Buckhorn Lake, provides the perfect outdoor escape in eastern Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau. The campground is packed with activities to entertain all ages, including monthly interpretive programs offered during summer months and convenient access for boating and fishing on Buckhorn Lake.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 28 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| Boat-in | 2 |
| group standard electric | 1 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
37 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C03 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| C04 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C05 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C06 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| C07 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C08 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C09 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C10 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| C11 | BUCK | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:30 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites C03, C06, Closed, Closed and 1 more are listed accessible |
Buckhorn is packed with amenities to make your stay comfortable. A basketball court, playground and horseshoe pits will entertain visitors on-shore, while a swimming area and boat ramp, cater to visitors eager to explore the lake. Additional amenities include free wireless internet, electric hookups, laundry facilities, hot showers, vending machines, a dump station and flush toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Traveling north from Lexington, take I-64 to the Mountain Parkway. Exit at Slade, take KY 11 South through Beattyville. Continue on Highway 11 to Booneville, continuing past the courthouse to KY 28 West. Follow KY 28 about 23 miles to Buckhorn. Traveling east From Hazard, take KY 15 North 9 miles to 28 W (left turn) through Chavies.
| Nearest town | Buckhorn, Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.3508° N, 83.4728° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sky Bridge Station ↗ | 29.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.6 mi |
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Buckhorn Campground in the Angeles National Forest, CA.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Daniel Boone National Forest.
- inDaniel Boone National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,043,073 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Buckhorn campground sits near the dam on Buckhorn Lake, surrounded by the beauty of the scenic Appalachian Mountain Range. The rugged plateau landscape is deeply traversed by a series of narrow, winding valleys separated by steep watersheds with branching streams. Fed by the waters of the Kentucky River, Buckhorn Lake extends for 1,230 surface-acres, providing plenty of water recreation opportunities. Buckhorn Campground was also recently recongnized as the location for the largest River Birch Tree in the country by The National Register of Big Trees, the tree measures 205 inches around, 117 feet high and an 85 foot crown on top, making this tree surely a sight to see.
Recreation
Buckhorn Lake welcomes fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, swimming, hunting and just plain relaxing. The campground provides access to a nature trail and fishing areas as well.
Nearby
The park is just minutes from attractions like Carr Creek Lake and the Buckhorn Log Church. Rent a pontoon from Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, explore the Red River Gorge Geological Area or hike through the Daniel Boone National Forest.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Buckhorn Campground?
Sites at Buckhorn Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Buckhorn Campground?
Check-in 4:30 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Buckhorn Campground have?
38 sites, including 28 standard sites with power, 4 tent-only sites, 2 boat-in sites, and 1 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Buckhorn Campground?
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Buckhorn Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Buckhorn Campground?
Additional amenities include free wireless internet, electric hookups, laundry facilities, hot showers, vending machines, a dump station and flush toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Buckhorn Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Buckhorn Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Buckhorn Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Buckhorn Campground?
Sites C03, C06, Closed, and Closed are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Buckhorn Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Buckhorn Campground?
Buckhorn Lake welcomes fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, swimming, hunting and just plain relaxing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Buckhorn Campground?
Buckhorn, Kentucky. The park is just minutes from attractions like Carr Creek Lake and the Buckhorn Log Church.
Source: Getting there