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Littcarr Campground
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — SASSAFRAS · Kentucky · Carr Creek Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Carr Creek Lake |
| Location | SASSAFRAS · Kentucky · Carr Creek Lake · 37.23750, -82.94972 · Map |
| Sites | 45 public sites counted from the federal listing — 45 standard 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 45 of 45 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 45 of 45 sites Sewer hookups at 29 of 45 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 29 of 45 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 54 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 38 sites · 30 ft: 38 sites · 35 ft: 27 sites · 40 ft: 25 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 3:00 PM · Out 3:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 2 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 606-642-3052 |
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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 2026-08-06.
From the official listing
Overview Littcarr Campground is located on the shores of Carr Creek Lake in southeastern Kentucky's mountainous region. The area provides an excellent atmosphere for camping, fishing, boating and enjoying the natural setting. Recreation The lake offers boating, water skiing and swimming. Anglers can fish for crappie, bass, bluegill and walleye.
A short nature trail for hiking is located in the Dam/Tailwater area. For a bit more adventure, the six-mile Sugar Branch Trail begins at the dam and ends at Sugar Lake Road. Facilities The campground offers 45 sites with electric and water hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station.
For family-friendly entertainment, two playgrounds, a picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and basketball and shuffleboard courts are also on-site. Natural Features Carr Creek Lake is situated in a scenic sloping landscape heavily forested with a wide variety of hardwood and pine trees. An array of songbirds and waterfowl inhabit the area's marshlands. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (606) 288-5471. Nearby Attractions Nearby attractions include Daniel Boone National Forest, Lilley Cornett Woods, Bad Branch Falls Nature Preserve, Red River Gorge Natural Scenic Area, Natural Bridge State Park and Buckhorn Lake.
Directions, from the listing
From I-75, take Exit 38 (SR-192) east to Daniel Boone Parkway to SR-15. Travel SR-15 south to SR-160, turn north and follow for 4 miles. Campground is on the east side of SR-160.
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Trip Card — Littcarr Campground
SASSAFRAS · Kentucky · Carr Creek Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | SASSAFRAS · Kentucky · Carr Creek Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 45 · full hookups at 29 |
| Max RV | Up to 54 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 45 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232625 · 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.