Waitsboro Campground, Somerset, KY

Waitsboro Campground in Pulaski county is located 1 hr 6 min southwest of Richmond, KY with an elevation of 732 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to mid October. 17 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 72 feet. All sites are currently reservable. 18 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $42.00.
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Bald Eagle at Lake CumberlandLake Cumberland dayLake Cumberland water fallSunset at Lake CumberlandTaken from Waitsboro Recreation Area

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@JefferyA8E4D7E · Camped on Aug 7, 2024 at Campsite #15
Our site was very steep to back into but once settled in we had a wonderful view of the water. It was peaceful. The dump station is in an very inconvenient location in the campground and on a slant, not sure how anyone could fully empty their tank. But I'm sure folks have been doing it for years.
@DonaldHD3EDBB6 · Camped on Jul 12, 2024 at Campsite #7
Beautiful quiet spots. Stayed in spot 7. Had a great view of the lake. It was tight in a few places with a 38ft TT. Very nice boat ramp with paid parking.
@SusanW3089432 · Camped on Jul 9, 2024 at Campsite #1
The gentleman that checked us in was very nice. The park was great. Will be back.
@RaymondR691857 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #17
Everything went well . We had a wonderful time!I do hope some day they put a lock on the shower door . It cant cost more than $5.
@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #8
We drove 1,000 miles from our home in Florida and arrived at our site #8 on June 26 2024The electric box was duct taped and inoperable Temperatures were in the nineties According to a sign on the office door The camp host and the assistant were BOTH off on Wednesdays so we had no one to straighten the situation out so we had to scramble for alternate accommodations I hope they got the electric fixed for the next campers as the 4th of July holiday was fast approaching
@RyanM4917925 · Camped on May 24, 2024 at Campsite #7
Hidden Gem! Great spots, with boat ramp close.
@Kimberly23E629 · Camped on May 10, 2024 at Campsite #7
Great little campground
@BrianG7865186 · Camped on Apr 26, 2024 at Campsite #6
Peaceful campground!
@HeidiG1682452 · Camped on Apr 19, 2024 at Campsite #20
Clean restrooms and shower facilities. Campsite #20 is right across from the restroom, so it does lack that privacy. Overall the campground seemed to be very quiet and I enjoyed my stay!
@TonyaS9161710 · Camped on Oct 16, 2023 at Campsite #1
Loved the view of the lake....but needs improvement. Washer and dryer was out of service during our week long stay and the bath house was not heated nor does the the handicap shower have hand held. We saw several homeless that linger (overnight) at the entrance and we had an older male beg for money. Even though we used a water filter, the potable water had a yellow/brown tint which was concerning.
@MichaelB697476 · Camped on Oct 13, 2023 at Campsite #6
One of the prettiest Core of Eng parks around.
@EloiseG1479651 · Camped on Oct 13, 2023 at Campsite #17
There is a road sign on the way down the steep curvy road approaching this campground that reads "road ends in water" which made us laugh! Anyway, this Dept of Civil Engineers small campground is on beautiful Lake Cumberland. Almost every site has a view of the lake but I agree with others who have commented that it is not for large campers. The best sites are 1-4 as they are pretty easy to back into and have a 1st rate view of the lake. Whatever you do, do not book #17, it is practically impossible to back into. The gravel site is built into the hillside so when we were backing in, our camper was so tilted that it looked like it was going to tip over, scariest camper situation we have been in so far. Also, the upwards pitch to get up in here made the hitch and trailer foot stand bury into the gravel. At one point the back corner of the trailer was pushing into the gravel. The attendant told us that a camper had gone in the ditch last week (ditch is about a foot deep) and it cost him $3,500 to get it out. That doesn't include the damage done. Also, at this time of year (fall) the black walnuts are falling and they are fist sized hard balls that feel like they could damage your camper or tow vehicle. Another draw back for this particular site (17).We stayed here for 3 nights and did enjoy the peace and quiet and beauty while we were here.We drove to a campground 30 minutes away to dump because "the dump station here wasn't planned out with campers in mind. It's on top of a steep hill, with a very sharp approach that will scrap your tongue or trailer to turn left from our side of the campground. If you try from the other side your dump valves are on the wrong side and elevated, so you won't get a complete dump." Also, this is where the bathrooms are which is a very steep walk up the hill to get there. We noticed a lot of campers driving to the bathroom because of this. The bathrooms are not heated so at this time of year very chilly to shower.
@JamesV6022367 · Camped on Oct 8, 2023 at Campsite #7
Great views from all campsites of the Cumberland River. Restroom and shower facilities were very clean and well maintained. Ranger did an excellent job of making sure the area was secure. Only negative is that the camp site are too close together for my taste.
@WarrenY9B580AF · Camped on Sep 30, 2023 at Campsite #19
Beautiful campground
@Christine51679 · Camped on Sep 15, 2023 at Campsite #14
There are 15 stairs leading up to this campsite. Once you get up there, its worth it. You overlook some lower campsites which will most likely be trailers but you have a fantastic view of the lake. This campsite has good shade. It has a nice railing around it that you can use to put things on (for example: on the back rail, I did my dishes and used as a ledge for totes). Theres water and electricity. You have your own little world up thereyou just have to climb to get to it. Its also good to know that its a good little (not terribly long) hike to the restroom which also has a bunch of stairs to climb. Sadly, I didnt wake up thin on the last day. :/
@DonaldC48F174D · Camped on Sep 9, 2023 at Campsite #19
Really enjoyed my stay there every thing was so clean and the people who work there are really nice and friendly planning on going back next year
@JaneH3005748 · Camped on Aug 29, 2023 at Campsite #18
The campground is beautiful, nice sized sites and terrific for small campers. We had a 43' fifth wheel and it was almost impossible to get into our camping spot or maneuver around the campground! Our site stated it was for an RV up to 73', which is very misleading. ATT cell service was minimal.
@BrianH4556502 · Camped on Aug 18, 2023 at Campsite #1
Great peaceful place!!
@MaryH1910665 · Camped on Aug 16, 2023 at Campsite #8
Good night have a better trip. The camp host was accommodating and the area was clean and quiet. The showers and bathrooms were super clean and maintained. Thank you
@JohnmarcD95157 · Camped on Aug 12, 2023 at Campsite #2
Bathroom and dump station very very unsafe driving up narrow steep hill . You must exit park turn around and renter to get to dump station up a steep hill .
@BrandenRD5482A · Camped on Aug 11, 2023 at Campsite #15
I wouldn't recommend bringing anything longer than 25-30ft to this campground. Site 15 has a pretty serious grade to it. While backing in, we almost bottomed out our rear stabilizer on a 25' BH travel trailer. Had to remove weight distribution trunions to drop the front end an inch or two to clear. You can tell quite a few people have gouged the drive. The dump station is situated at the top of a pretty large hill that you have to go all the way to the boat ramp and then turn around and go all the way back to access. Not much clearance on drivers side to clear the ditch that runs along side the drive.I'm not sure we'll go back but someone with a smaller camper would have a much better experience. In addition to poor directional signage, they have no firewood at the campground. I was told to go to Kroger.
@NoahT3931119 · Camped on Jul 21, 2023 at Campsite #11
Very clean and beautiful view. Restrooms and bathing areas very clean and up kept. The staff very friendly and respectful! Will be camping here again.
@EricS9323236 · Camped on Jul 1, 2023 at Campsite #9G
Campsite had an awesome view. The bathrooms were the cleanest ever at a campground. We had a 30' travel trailer, which was about the biggest I would want to maneuver through there. Highly recommend this campground!
@ShannonF661836 · Camped on Jun 30, 2023 at Campsite #7
Beautiful lakeside sites with clean bathrooms! Hidden gem
@MichaelM541440 · Camped on Jun 30, 2023 at Campsite #15
Need to have gates closed (not locked) at a certain time to help with security. Non-campers driving through at night.

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