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Eureka

USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Kuttawa · Kentucky · Barkley Lake

AgencyUSACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers
AreaBarkley Lake
LocationKuttawa · Kentucky · Barkley Lake · 37.02514, -88.19401 · Map
Sites27 public sites counted from the federal listing — 24 rv electric; 2 standard electric; 1 group shelter electric
Getting a siteReservable — 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.
HookupsElectric at 27 of 27 sites (up to 50 amp where reported)
Water hookups at 27 of 27 sites
Sewer hookups at 0 of 27 sites
Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 27 sites
Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way.
Max RV lengthLongest reported site fits 68 ft
Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 26 sites · 30 ft: 23 sites · 35 ft: 22 sites · 40 ft: 20 sites
Months openNot in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov.
FeesNot reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground.
Check-in / outIn 3:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing)
PetsAllowed at 26 sites, as reported
AccessibilityN
Amenities, as reportedWater spigots
Phone270-388-9459

Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →

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 2026-06-09.

From the official listing

Overview Eureka Campground sits on Lake Barkley among wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Fishing is a well-loved sport here; Kentucky's largest yellow bass was caught in these waters, and anglers flock with hopes of breaking the record. Recreation Hikers and bikers are fans of the 2.5 mile Chestnut Oaks Trail that starts here. Other activities include boating, fishing and swimming. Facilities The campground offers 26 sites with water and electric hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, playground, boat ramp and swimming area. A picnic shelter is available for groups up to 100 guests. Electric hookups are available. Natural Features Lake Barkley, the western-most lake on the Cumberland River is connected by a canal to Kentucky Lake, forming one of the nation's greatest freshwater recreation complexes. Between the two lakes is Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, featuring miles of hiking trails and opportunities for off-road vehicle riding.

Nearby Attractions Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won their first battle of the Civil War. Another great destination in the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, with more than 170,000 acres of public land to explore.

Directions, from the listing

Physical Address: Eureka Campground, 1802 St. Rt. 1271, Kuttawa, KY 42055 From Nashville, Tennessee take I-24 West to Exit 40. Turn left onto Highway 62 West for 2.9 miles then turn left onto Highway 810. Go 0.7 miles then turn right onto State Route 1271. Continue onto 1271 for 1.8 miles. The road leads directly into the campground.

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Trip Card — Eureka

Kuttawa · Kentucky · Barkley Lake

AgencyUSACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
LocationKuttawa · Kentucky · Barkley Lake
FeesNot reported in the federal data
Getting a siteReservable
HookupsElectric at 27
Max RVUp to 68 ft
Months openNot in federal data
Sites27 sites

Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232585 · 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.