Waitsboro Campground
Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 16 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| group standard electric | 1 |
| tent only electric | 1 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
22 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 05 | Tent only | Paved | Partial | No | Lakefront | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||||
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 11 | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 12 | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 01 is listed accessible |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Somerset Kentucky, take Highway 27 south for 5 miles. Turn right on Waitsboro Road and follow signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Somerset, Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.0036° N, 84.6231° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSte-Wildlife Openings Rx
24 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
| Outdoor gear | Wake Cumberland Watersports SeaDek/Canvas & Upholstery ↗ | 2.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.6 mi |
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Waitsboro Campground on the Lake Cumberland -Waterfront Sites are Amazing!
Worth a stop
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.
- 4.1 miLee's Ford Resort & Marina ↗Boat launch
- 7.7 miMill Springs Battlefield Visitor Center And Museum ↗Visitor center
- 8.1 miKeno Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
Public land it sits in
Beaver Creek Wilderness begins about 10.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.8 miBeaver Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,816 acres
- 14 miDaniel 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
On the National Register nearby
- Beatty-Newell HouseBuilding · Bronston · 1.3 mi
- Boland HouseBuilding · Burnside · 1.3 mi
- US Post Office–BronstonBuilding · Bronston · 1.3 mi
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.
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Waitsboro Campground?
Sites at Waitsboro 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 Waitsboro Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Waitsboro Campground have?
24 sites, including 16 standard sites with power, 3 tent-only sites, 1 group standard electric, and 1 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Waitsboro Campground?
The longest site here provides 70 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 Waitsboro Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Waitsboro Campground?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Waitsboro Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Waitsboro Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Waitsboro 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 Waitsboro Campground?
Site 01 is 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 Waitsboro 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 Waitsboro 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 Waitsboro Campground?
Somerset, Kentucky. General Burnside Island State Park is nearby.
Source: Getting there