Kendall Campground
Kendall Campground is located at 80 Kendall Road, south of Jamestown, Kentucky, just below Wolf Creek Dam, which forms beautiful Lake Cumberland.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 113 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 115 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
114 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 66 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | KEND | Electric | Back-in | 62 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 036, 109 are listed accessible |
The campground is a multi-use recreation area, consisting of 70 acres and 116 reservable campsites, all of which have water and electric hookups. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring/grill and lantern post. A group day-use picnic shelter with water and electric hookups is available as well. A boat ramp, fish cleaning station, basketball court, horseshoe pit, hiking trail and playgrounds are located within the park.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Jamestown, Kentucky, take US Highway 127 south for 10 miles and turn right just before crossing the dam. Campground is on Kendall Road.
| Nearest town | Jamestown, Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 36.8721° N, 85.1457° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSte-Wildlife Openings Rx
44 mi from the campground · 8 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Wake Cumberland Watersports SeaDek/Canvas & Upholstery ↗ | 31.2 mi |
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Kendall Recreation Area Campground Review, Jamestown, Kentucky - an Army Corps of Engineer
Worth a stop
Wolf Creek Dam National Fish Hatchery is within walking distance of the campground. It is open year-round and offers free tours to the public and an excellent Environmental Education Center. Lake Cumberland State Park is just 6.5 miles from the campground. This beautiful park offers fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mini golf, disc golf and boat rentals. Birders enjoy the park for its exceptional viewing prospects of raptors, songbirds and waterfowl. Grider Hill Marina and Resort is 25 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store. Jamestown Marina & Resort is 25 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store. State Dock Marina is 8 miles away, with boat rentals, snack bar and general store.
- 3.6 miGrider Hill Marina & Resort ↗Boat launch
- 7.1 miJamestown Marina & Resort ↗Boat launch
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Natural features
The campground overlooks the river, 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.
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. Kendall Campground offers visitors convenient access to a cold water trout stream, making it a popular fishing destination. The stream is well-stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Whispering Pines Trail, located within the campground, is a non-strenuous trail approximately half a mile long.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Kendall Campground?
Sites at Kendall 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 Kendall Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Kendall Campground have?
120 sites, including 113 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Kendall Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Kendall Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Kendall Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kendall Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Kendall Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Kendall Campground?
Sites 036 and 109 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Kendall Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Kendall Campground?
Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Kendall Campground?
Jamestown, Kentucky. Wolf Creek Dam National Fish Hatchery is within walking distance of the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Kendall Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fall Creek Campground (17.4 mi), Cumberland Point Campground (18 mi), and Lillydale Campground And Day Use (20.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby