Fall Creek Campground
Fall Creek Campground is located at 1144 New Fall Creek Road, Monticello and is situated along the shores of the vast Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 10 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 61 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 50/30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 57 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | Partial | 50/30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Partial | 50/30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 50/30 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 57 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Partial | 50/30 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 | 61 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 02 is listed accessible |
Visitors enjoy the 10-acre site and its 10 shaded campsites. All of these sites are waterfront, making them prime locations for weekend recreation. Fall Creek has a day-use area, picnic shelter and public parking. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp and playground are located within the park.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Monticello: KY 90, Turn onto KY 1275, light #1, Travel approximately 3.5 miles, Turn onto Hwy 2393, travel approximately 2 miles, Turn left at Fall Creek sign, Road ends at campground.
| Nearest town | Monticello, Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 36.9364° N, 84.8403° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSte-Wildlife Openings Rx
30 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 ↗ | 14.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 26.6 mi |
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Explore
Video
FALL CREEK FALLS CAMPGROUND REVIEW: A Driving Tour of the Loop A Campground at Fall Creek
Worth a stop
The Mill Springs Mill Park is just a 15-minute drive from the campground. This historic mill site offers interpretive tours and grinding on the weekends and holidays, picnic sites and a gift shop. Grinding is at 2:00pm Saturday, Sunday and Holidays. Interpretive tours of the mill are given Saturday, Sunday and Holidays during the recreation season.
- 6.1 miIndian Hills Resort Alligator Ii Marina ↗Boat launch
- 10.8 miMill Springs Battlefield Visitor Center And Museum ↗Visitor center
- 11.3 miJamestown Marina & Resort ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Mill Springs MillBuilding · Mill Springs · 3.4 mi
- West-Metcalfe HouseBuilding · Mill Springs · 3.7 mi
- Hotel BreedingBuilding · Monticello · 7.4 mi
Natural features
The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, offering sweeping scenic views. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the area, offering pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. Due to 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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fall Creek Campground?
Sites at Fall Creek 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 Fall Creek Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fall Creek Campground have?
11 sites, including 10 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fall Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 61 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 Fall Creek Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Fall Creek Campground?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Fall Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fall Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Fall Creek 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 Fall Creek Campground?
Site 02 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 Fall Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 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 Fall Creek 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 Fall Creek Campground?
Monticello, Kentucky. The Mill Springs Mill Park is just a 15-minute drive from the campground.
Source: Getting there