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Buckhorn Campground, Near Buckhorn, Kentucky

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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.

Facilities

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.

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.

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.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Electric
  • Tent Only Nonelectric
  • Boat In
  • Group Shelter Electric
  • Group Shelter Nonelectric
  • Group Standard Electric
  • Overnight
  • Day

Activities

  • Swimming Site
  • Camping
  • Boating

Amenities

  • Dump Station
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • BBQ
  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Tent Pad
  • Cable TV Access
  • Electricity Hookup
  • Water Hookup
  • Accessible Occupant Message
  • Accessibility
  • Campfire Rings
  • Cell Phone Service
  • Accessible Boat Ramp
  • Accessible Campsites
  • Accessible Flush Toilets
  • Accessible Playground
  • Accessible Showers
  • Accessible Picnic Shelters
  • Accessible Picnic Area
  • Accessible Grills
  • Accessible Fishing Dock
  • Accessible Trails
  • Basketball Courts
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Accessible Sites
  • Electric Hookups
  • Firewood Vender
  • Grills
  • Flush Toilets
  • Drinking Water
  • Utility Sinks
  • Electricity

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 and Contact Information

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.

Location Map

Latitude : 37° 21′ 2.9999″ N Longitude : 83° 28′ 22.0001″ W

Mailing Address

804 BUCKHORN DAM RD
BUCKHORN, KY 41721-8808

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 606-398-7220

Additional Information

Kentucky State Tourism
Kentucky State Road Conditions

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