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Buckhorn Campground
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — BUCKHORN · Kentucky · Buckhorn Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Buckhorn Lake |
| Location | BUCKHORN · Kentucky · Buckhorn Lake · 37.35083, -83.47278 · Map |
| Sites | 37 public sites counted from the federal listing — 28 standard electric; 4 tent only nonelectric; 2 boat in; 1 group standard electric; 1 group shelter nonelectric; 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 29 of 37 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 29 of 37 sites Sewer hookups at 1 of 37 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 1 of 37 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 55 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 29 sites · 30 ft: 29 sites · 35 ft: 29 sites · 40 ft: 24 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 4:30 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 35 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 5 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Cell service reportedDrinking waterDump stationFlush toilets |
| Phone | 606-398-7220 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Buckhorn Campground on Buckhorn Lake, provides the perfect outdoor escape in eastern Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau.
The campground is packed with activities to entertain all ages, including monthly interpretive programs offered during summer months and convenient access for boating and fishing on Buckhorn Lake. Recreation Buckhorn Lake welcomes fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, swimming, hunting and just plain relaxing. The campground provides access to a nature trail and fishing areas as well. Facilities Buckhorn is packed with amenities to make your stay comfortable. A basketball court, playground and horseshoe pits will entertain visitors on-shore, while a swimming area and boat ramp, cater to visitors eager to explore the lake.
Additional amenities include free wireless internet, electric hookups, laundry facilities, hot showers, vending machines, a dump station and flush toilets. Natural Features Buckhorn campground sits near the dam on Buckhorn Lake, surrounded by the beauty of the scenic Appalachian Mountain Range.
The rugged plateau landscape is deeply traversed by a series of narrow, winding valleys separated by steep watersheds with branching streams.
Fed by the waters of the Kentucky River, Buckhorn Lake extends for 1,230 surface-acres, providing plenty of water recreation opportunities.
Buckhorn Campground was also recently recongnized as the location for the largest River Birch Tree in the country by The National Register of Big Trees, the tree measures 205 inches around, 117 feet high and an 85 foot crown on top, making this tree surely a sight to see.
Nearby Attractions The park is just minutes from attractions like Carr Creek Lake and the Buckhorn Log Church. Rent a pontoon from Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, explore the Red River Gorge Geological Area or hike through the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Directions, from the listing
Traveling north from Lexington, take I-64 to the Mountain Parkway. Exit at Slade, take KY 11 South through Beattyville. Continue on Highway 11 to Booneville, continuing past the courthouse to KY 28 West. Follow KY 28 about 23 miles to Buckhorn.
Traveling east From Hazard, take KY 15 North 9 miles to 28 W (left turn) through Chavies. Follow Highway 28 West straight and go 15 miles to Buckhorn.
Nearest federal campgrounds
9 mi straight-line · BUCKHORN KentuckyUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersCarr Creek Lake Shelters
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Trip Card — Buckhorn Campground
BUCKHORN · Kentucky · Buckhorn Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | BUCKHORN · Kentucky · Buckhorn Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 29 · full hookups at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 55 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 37 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232566 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.