Top Camping Spots Near Rowan County, KY: Discover Nature's Best Retreats

Discover the great outdoors in Rowan County, KY, with a variety of camping options that cater to every adventurer's needs. From lush forest settings at Cave Run Lake, perfect for fishing and boating, to the serene trails of Daniel Boone National Forest, outdoor enthusiasts will find their perfect escape. Enjoy family-friendly campgrounds like the scenic Clear Creek Campground, complete with picnic areas and hiking trails that connect you to nature. For those seeking a more rustic experience, primitive camping options offer a chance to truly disconnect and immerse yourself in the beautiful Kentucky wilderness. Don't forget to explore nearby attractions like the Morehead State University planetarium for evening stargazing. Plan your unforgettable camping trip in Rowan County, where every visit offers new adventures and memories!

Twin Knobs Campground is located in the Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest (1 hr 23 min northeast of Richmond, KY) with an elevation of 807 feet. There are a total of 202 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to mid November. 198 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 96 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 9 sites have electric and water hookups. 101 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $115.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, general store, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

94 Available Campsites

Carter Caves State Resort Park is part of Carter Caves State Resort Park in Kentucky (53 min west of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 796 feet. There are a total of 129 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is open all year. 90 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 29 and 100 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 27 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 69 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $119.95. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.

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Kentucky Horse Park Campground in Fayette County is located just 16 min northwest of Lexington, KY with an elevation of 893 feet. There are a total of 258 campsites. The campground is open all year. 257 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 38 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 257 sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, general store, laundry facility, playground, swimming, restroom, flush toilets, pet area. Activities include biking, hiking trails, sports.

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Spruce Creek Campground is part of Cabwaylingo State Forest in West Virginia (1 hr 8 min south of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 934 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites including 1 cabin. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 6 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $25.48 to $34.91.

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Tick Ridge Campgorund is part of Cabwaylingo State Forest in West Virginia (1 hr 8 min south of Huntington, WV) with an elevation of 934 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Fees range from $17.93 to $30.19.

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Chief Logan Campground is part of Chief Logan State Park in West Virginia (1 hr 7 min southwest of Charleston, WV) with an elevation of 681 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 1 cabin. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 14 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 12 sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $31.13 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, hiking trails.

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Great Seal Campground is part of Great Seal State Park in Ohio (50 min southwest of Lancaster, OH) with an elevation of 879 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 58 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, playground, restroom, ramada. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, disc golf.

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Tar Hollow Campground is part of Tar Hollow State Park in Ohio (49 min southwest of Lancaster, OH) with an elevation of 797 feet. There are a total of 94 campsites including 5 cabins. The campground is open all year. 77 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 52 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 69 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, playground, swimming, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

94 Available Campsites

Holly Bay Campground is located in the London Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest (1 hr 12 min south of Richmond, KY) with an elevation of 1,114 feet. There are a total of 89 campsites including 19 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 70 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 90 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 70 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $76.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, accessible, boat ramp, marina, fish cleaning station, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

76 Available Campsites

Kanawha Campground is part of Kanawha State Forest in West Virginia (just 16 min south of Charleston, WV) with an elevation of 701 feet. There are a total of 41 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 22 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.47 to $31.13.

27 Available Campsites

Hocking Hills Campground is part of Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio (39 min south of Lancaster, OH) with an elevation of 884 feet. There are a total of 197 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 145 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 49 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 44 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 101 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, sewer hookup, playground, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, archery.

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Top Camping Spots Near Rowan County, KY: Discover Nature's Best Retreats

Twin Knobs

Carter Caves

Kentucky Horse Park

Spruce Creek

Tick Ridge

Chief Logan

Great Seal

Tar Hollow

Holly Bay

Kanawha

Hocking Hills

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