Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Gold City, KY
Nestled in the scenic Appalachian region of Kentucky, Gold City offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts, ranging from RV adventurers to tent campers and those seeking the tranquility of dispersed camping. Upstream from the picturesque Red River Gorge, RV camping is a popular choice with amenities available at well-equipped campgrounds like the Daniel Boone National Forest, where visitors can enjoy spacious sites, picnic areas, and stunning views of lush woodlands and towering limestone cliffs. For a traditional experience, tent camping can be found at nearby Kentucky State Parks, such as Zilpo Recreation Area, which features numerous campsites surrounded by serene lakes and abundant wildlife, making it ideal for stargazing and afternoon hikes.
For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping is permitted in designated backcountry areas, offering solitude amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the region. Adventurers will love exploring the numerous hiking trails that wind through the forested landscape, leading to stunning vistas and crystal-clear streams. Whether you prefer the comforts of an RV, the simplicity of a tent, or the raw experience of dispersed camping, Gold City serves as an excellent base for immersing yourself in Kentucky's vibrant outdoor lifestyle.
Mammoth Cave Campground is part of Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky (42 min northeast of Bowling Green, KY) with an elevation of 599 feet. There are a total of 110 campsites including 10 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of November. 100 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 92 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, wifi, general store, laundry facility, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails, floating sports.
Tailwater Campground in Allen County is located 35 min east of Bowling Green, KY with an elevation of 488 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. 49 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 52 and 115 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 48 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Defeated Creek Park Campground in Smith County is located 53 min west of Cookeville, TN with an elevation of 528 feet. There are a total of 150 campsites including 148 boat sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to mid November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 179 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. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $36.00. Some amenities include shower, boat site, dump station, general store, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, swimming, marina, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Maple Springs Campground is part of Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky (1 hr 3 min northeast of Bowling Green, KY) with an elevation of 776 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites including 1 boat site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of November. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Bledsoe Creek Campground is part of Bledsoe Creek State Park in Tennessee (48 min northeast of Nashville, TN) with an elevation of 507 feet. Bledsoe Creek Campground is rated 5.0 stars from 1 reviews. There are a total of 68 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 65 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 87 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. 65 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $16.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, laundry facility, playground, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Edgar Evins Campground is part of Edgar Evins State Park in Tennessee (1 hr 9 min east of Murfreesboro, TN) with an elevation of 730 feet. There are a total of 68 campsites including 9 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 59 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 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. 59 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, marina, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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