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Holly Bay
Closed for the season
Total sites: 89
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
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Daniel Boone National Forest › London Ranger District › Kentucky
› Laurel County
› London
› Holly Bay Campground
Holly Bay Campground, KY - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Holly Bay Campground is located in the London Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest (1 hr 36 min north of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 1,114 feet. Holly Bay Campground is rated 4.5 stars from 229 reviews. 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.
Campsite Reviews (298)
4.5 out of 5
| 5 star | 69% | |
| 4 star | 18% | |
| 3 star | 7% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@CrystalT168441 · Camped on Oct 17, 2025 at Campsite #A5
New leadership has bad attitudes
@Christine15197 · Camped on Oct 14, 2025 at Campsite #G4
Everything about the stay was great. Loved the site and the fact that rvs werent stacked on top of each other was really nice. The camp host in our section was great and very helpful.
@JustinW9341694 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #D4
Beautiful area! Sites are spaced out and most are level and plenty of room. The bathhouse was about what you would expect, only complaint is that they could have been kept a little cleaner. Seen the tile shower being cleaned with paper towel
@CharlesW117121 · Camped on Oct 13, 2025 at Campsite #D9
When we arrived at Holly Bay at 2pm, the campers who were in our site had not left yet. Management had tried to reach them but was unsuccessful. The management personnel were very apologetic and offered us a different and much better site. We were very pleased with the professionalism used to solve this problem and highly recommend Holly Bay for a great camping experience.
@TheresaM664204 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #H4
This was one of the most pleasant experiences we have had while camping. From the entrance kiosk decorated for fall with pumpkins and flowers, the attendants wide smile and welcoming manner, to one of the cleanest and largest campsites I have ever had the pleasure of staying in! The bathrooms were well stocked and clean and all the resident attendants we interacted with were great! We would definitely stay here again!
@PatriciaC59210 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #G2
We loved walking the trails! Camp Site G2 was really nice. It had a beautiful view.
@AmyW6150907 · Camped on Oct 9, 2025 at Campsite #G1
We love staying at Holly Bay. This visit most definitely did not disappoint. The camp host, James and Phyliss were so so sweet and went above and beyond! The restrooms and showers were very cleanThank you for our experience
@CharlesB214095 · Camped on Oct 8, 2025 at Campsite #F2
We enjoyed our stay in the F loop again. Always neat and clean, The staff is great, We had a water leek at the site, they connected us to the host next to us and had folks out the next morning fixing the issue Only downside for me for a campground of this size is only one dump station. 9 of us were lined up on checkout day.
@KathleenZ09051 · Camped on Oct 6, 2025 at Campsite #E6
The camp sites are very large and most can sit a trailer and boat, meaning two vehicles. We use the boat ramp and like that we can keep the boat docked on the sandy shore. Where else can you take a short drive to the sandy swimming beach by the dam. So many things to enjoy at this campground
@MarciaV847DFC0 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #H5
Lovely area, fun hiking, beautiful camping sites. We wish we had had longer to stay.
@BethanyC7B9B89 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #E7
I've camped for over 40 years and by far this is my favorite Campground! The sites are spread out so you're not right next to others. Stayed at E7 this time. Good level spot, close to bathhouse, but not too close.
@CharlesP476782 · Camped on Oct 5, 2025 at Campsite #H15
Loved the campground... sites were spacious and well maintained. Laurel River Lake was better than advertised - Clean, clear, cool water, perfect for paddling and swimming. Only one issue - showers not in all loops (we stayed in H).
@ValerieH236266 · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #D4
Sites were great, lots of distance between them. Peaceful and relaxing.
@CarleySC26622D · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #A7
Great campground on a beautiful lake. Camp hosts were very friendly, sites were super spacious with privacy, campground was clean, boat ramp easy to use and really convenient. Definitely top 2 campgrounds we've ever stayed in in Kentucky - We will be back!
@JenniferS83796 · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #G2
A beautiful campground, clean facilities, friendly campers, sites were not too close together, plenty of shade and lake access.
@HollyS6412107 · Camped on Oct 2, 2025 at Campsite #G9
The campground was very peaceful and relaxing. Our spot could have used a little gravel work but as long as you dont have mobility issues its ok. I will say the bathhouse in G loop could use a little tlc.
@JeanaHC4D52305 · Camped on Oct 1, 2025 at Campsite #H16
This was our first time at Holly Bay. We had site H16, which only had 2 other campsites within view. The steps down to the lower campsite are a little steep, but that was the only issue I had with this spot. I would stay here again. We drove around the entire campground and I definitely prefer the G & H loops as they seem more secluded and more spacious than the other loops. But almost every campsite looked great. G loop has a bathhouse with showers, while H loop doesn't have showers, only toilets. We didn't have a lake view from our spot, but others in our loop had nice lake views (H5, H6, H7, H11). Holly Bay is a well-kept campground and almost every site was level. After staying here, we understood why it is so popular.
@KellyB8439114 · Camped on Oct 1, 2025 at Campsite #F5
Wonderful, well maintained facilities and sites, friendly staff. Best campground ever!!!
@SarahP6892621 · Camped on Sep 29, 2025 at Campsite #H7
We stayed in H7 and had a fantastic time. The site was split between two levels with the tent pad up-top and the fire ring and table below. Were tent campers, so I do wish that we had brought two extension cords for the tent and our eating/cooking area (next time!). The walk down to the lake from our site was steep, but doable for us. Were a young and active family, but it probably wouldnt be doable for everyone. The lake was wonderful! So quiet and clean. We brought an inflatable paddle board and kayak. The bathrooms were clean, and we visited the showers in another loop. This was our first time at Holly Bay, but we plan to come back!
@MaryElle8EBA36 · Camped on Sep 29, 2025 at Campsite #D2
Spacious sites, well kept
@FayeH4921497 · Camped on Sep 27, 2025 at Campsite #A10
We have been coming here for five years now and have never had a bad experience. I would like to say the old management company was horrible as far as customer service and up keep of the campground. This new company Vista and the staff this year has absolutely been fantastic! The campground is the cleanest I have seen in five years. The campsites are kept up and clean. They have trimmed all the debris/poison ivy away from the sites as much as allowed/possible, the fire pits are always clean when we arrive and NO signs of nasty cigarette butts anywhere! Sorry to those who smoke. You constantly see the staff, they always wave or stop and talk if they have a minute and are always checking the campground and maintaining it This has year has probably been the best! A shout out to Christina at the front gate who ALWAYS has a smile on her face and never hesitates to help or answer any questions. Her husband, sorry I forgot is name is equally great and drives around to the campsites handing out sidewalk chalk to the kids. Please dont get me wrong ALL the staff is FANTASTIC in EVERY WAY!! You ALL are a GREAT TEAM that makes Holly Bay by far our favorite place! See you next year!
@JohnR2194126 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #F7
Best campground in KY.
@ClaytonMF10B50 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #H2
Very friendly Staff! You will NOT regret any time that you spend at Holly Bay Campground!! Very clean sites, and if you want to enjoy the water; campers enjoy their own boat launch! It is separate from the Holly Bay Marina, I must tell you that the HBM is also an excellent experience. Delicious food and the hiking trails are well marked!
@KristenGB72E36 · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #G11
My family had an amazing time at Holly Bay. From exploring the woods, to going to the lake, it is truly a wonderful place!
@RachaelG648597 · Camped on Sep 18, 2025 at Campsite #F6
I took my kids and grandkids for a long weekend for my son's 25th birthday. We had a great time. It was close to the lake, so my son could easily fish. The spillway beach was right down the road and they all love the water, so they were very happy. The campsites were very clean and a good size. The only drawback was their closeness to each other, but it wasn't overwhelming.
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