Campsite #24 at Blue Heron Campground, Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, KY

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Campsite #24

13 reviews
Drive-In 6 people
49 ft Back-In
2 fair
24
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Campsite #24 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 49ft driveway, 30 amp hookup, Fire ring, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed, Drinking Water

Campsite Reviews (13)

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@MichaelL540355 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #24
Big South Fork was a pleasant surprise. The campground was great as well. So many happy families.
@DaveK8817014 · Camped on Apr 28, 2023 at Campsite #24
Campground was not very busy in early-May (big plus). Somewhat out of the way and not a lot to do beyond some hiking. Campsite was nice (#24) with electric and water hookup. Most of the campsites looked nice. Some were unlevel beyond being able to level an RV. The campground is not patroled - never saw anyone except one maintenance person with a weed trimmer. So it was pretty much self-help. Nearby there is a mining camp re-creation/outdoor museum. It looks like it used to be visited by a tourist train but no longer. It is falling into disrepair. Price was right with senior lifetime pass - $10/night.
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@JaneH3005748 · Camped on Apr 12, 2023 at Campsite #24
The road going to the campgrounds is narrow. The camping sites are roomy and very nice. Very few sites for large campers, mainly for 30' or less. Very quiet and beautiful area with lots of trails nearby.
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@JamieQ8422413 · Camped on Nov 9, 2022 at Campsite #24
Campground and facilities were clean and in good condition. No host but all went well. Will stay there again.
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@CarolA5692306 · Camped on Jul 1, 2022 at Campsite #24
We were camping in spot/site 25. There is a dead tree that hangs out over the camper. It was very worrisome during the recent rains. If I could make suggestions, it may save future campers an accident if it were cut. LOVE camping at Blue Heron!!
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@BarryW323 · Camped on Nov 16, 2021 at Campsite #24
This is a good place to be outdoors, things to see includes old mining camp and scenic overlooks. If you like to fish the big south fork river is there. Plenty of hiking trails, great campground.
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@KimB201 · Camped on Oct 28, 2021 at Campsite #24
Loved the campground. We hiked several trails and also visited the Blue Heron Mining Company.
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@LaurieF739 · Camped on Jul 23, 2021 at Campsite #24
Pretty park, well maintained. Liked seeing the rangers doing drive thrus since there was no host.

I think it would be helpful if there was more information about how to use the water hook up. I had to ask my neighbor and then had to pass the information to two other campers when they came in.
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@LaurieF3425140 · Camped on Jul 23, 2021 at Campsite #24
Pretty park, well maintained. Liked seeing the rangers doing drive thrus since there was no host.I think it would be helpful if there was more information about how to use the water hook up. I had to ask my neighbor and then had to pass the information to two other campers when they came in.
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@CarolA5692306 · Camped on Nov 6, 2020 at Campsite #24
Love camping at Blue Heron.
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@Katherine13605 · Camped on Oct 29, 2020 at Campsite #24
With Covid19 everyone was social distancing. The campground was very clean, and park maintenance was very nice in helping me with information and brochures. Easy calling using my disability access pass and accommodated my dog. Restrooms were very clean. It was good to get out and do some walking with my dog, and it's a very beautiful campground and was very peaceful. Oh, also the person who helped me book online was very patient, helpful, and a good experience when I called to make a reservation by phone. Thank you.
@GraceC7324659 · Camped on Oct 23, 2020 at Campsite #24
The first day was very rainy, but other than that it was a great camping trip. The leaves were falling and the hike to nearby Blue Heron Overlook was spectacular.
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@WilliamK482864 · Camped on Sep 2, 2019 at Campsite #24
Quiet and nice hiking trail across the roadBathroom clean
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