Army Corps of Engineers · Nolin River Lake · Leitchfield, KY

Moutardier

Moutardier Campground sits on the shores of Nolin River Lake in the rolling landscape of southern Kentucky. The large lake and surrounding greenery create a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Site mix

Standard with electric106
Standard, no hookups58
Host/management3
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

164 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
A003AStandardBack-in60GravelPartialNo6 / 2Yes
A004AStandardBack-in65GravelNo6 / 2Yes
A005AStandardBack-in65GravelPartialNo6 / 2Yes
A006AStandardBack-in90GravelPartialNo6 / 2Yes
A007AStandardBack-in65GravelNo6 / 2Yes
A008AStandardBack-in65GravelNo6 / 2Yes
A009AStandardBack-in70GravelPartialNo6 / 2Yes
A010AStandardBack-in60GravelNo6 / 2Yes
A011AStandardBack-in60GravelNo6 / 2Yes
A012AStandardBack-in75GravelNo6 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:30 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water, sewer
Max vehicle length100 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Tent padsYes
FeesNo refunds for recreation use fees may be made at the project.
AccessibilitySites B008, D015 are listed accessible

Moutardier Campground offers 167 campsites, complete with modern amenities like electric and water hookups. We have flush toilets and shower houses. Campsites are located along the shoreline allowing easy access to the lake for visitors.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Moutardier30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 4.07 inches of precipitation, 1.6 inches of snowFebruary: 4.34 inches of precipitation, 2.2 inches of snowMarch: 4.95 inches of precipitation, 0.4 inches of snowApril: 5.14 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 5.61 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 4.88 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 4.58 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 3.50 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 3.85 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.91 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 3.97 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowDecember: 5.06 inches of precipitation, 0.5 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 35.0°F averageFebruary: 38.2°F averageMarch: 46.3°F averageApril: 56.4°F averageMay: 65.8°F averageJune: 74.0°F averageJuly: 77.7°F averageAugust: 76.6°F averageSeptember: 70.0°F averageOctober: 58.6°F averageNovember: 47.2°F averageDecember: 38.8°F average0 in2 in4 in6 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Nolin Rvr Lake, 3 miles from the campground at 623 feet, station USC00155834 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 54 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 5 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Bowling Green, KY. Follow US 31W North from Bowling Green for approximately 14 miles then turn left onto KY 101. In appriximately 6 miles, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy259 North for 16 miles before turning right on KY 2067. Drive approximately 2 miles and you'll see signs for the Moutardier Campground on the right.

Nearest townLeitchfield, Kentucky
Coordinates37.3164° N, 86.2331° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your sites or dates. Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first nights use fee. No-Shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee. If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗0.1 mi
Outdoor gearVance Outdoor Power Equipment ↗27.9 mi
RV sales & serviceRV sales & service ↗59.3 mi

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Nolin Lake and Moutardier Campground

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Natural features

Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws more than two million visitors each year to enjoy water sports and camping in the surrounding expanse of rolling forest.

Recreation

Known for its unique blue/green water, Nolin Lake is one of the top lakes in Kentucky for catfish, bass, crappie and walleye fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic canoe and boat trips along the river, part of which is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. Boat ramps are provided around the lake for campers' convenience. The Moutardier, Ponderosa and Wax Marinas are located around the lake and offer pontoon and john boat rentals, as well as boat slips and groceries, bait, gas and more. Several hiking trails also wind along the shoreline and into the surrounding forest. Shady Creek Trail, located within the recreation area, is known for its array of wildflowers and greenery.

Nearby

Mammoth Cave National Park is located a short drive or ferry ride away from the campground, and several golf courses and riding stables are located around the lake.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Moutardier?

Sites at Moutardier are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Moutardier?

No refunds for recreation use fees may be made at the project.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Moutardier?

Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:30 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Moutardier?

Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your sites or dates.

Source: Charges and cancellations

How many sites does Moutardier have?

167 sites, including 106 standard sites with power and 58 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Moutardier?

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 Moutardier have hookups?

Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Moutardier?

We have flush toilets and shower houses.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Moutardier?

Yes, pets are allowed at Moutardier. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Moutardier?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Moutardier?

Sites B008 and D015 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 Moutardier?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map