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Waterfront Cabins and Camp Haven

11 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents32 acres ¡ Owensboro, KY
Welcome to Camp Safe Haven, your Family Oasis since 2005! Nestled just 11 miles west of Owensboro, KY, our property offers a haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Discover our Waterfront Cabins and Tent Sites, where nature's serenity meets pretty water and nurturing hills. Indulge in our cozy cabins, either our poolside cabin in our campgrounds or our cabin in the woods, featuring scenic water views and nestled amidst the woods. Or, pitch your tent at one of our seven Tent Sites and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature day or night. Relax and unwind by taking a dip in our above-ground swimming pool or lounging on the poolside deck. Explore our beautiful trails winding through the property, offering encounters with the beauty of nature at every turn. At Camp Safe Haven, our mission is to nurture nature and secure serenity for all our guests. Pack your bags, gather your loved ones, and make yourself at home as you embark on a memorable getaway filled with relaxation, adventure, and cherished moments
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Large, Shaded Zenful Site

20 sites ¡ RVs, Tents13 acres ¡ Lewisburg, KY
Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on a level, shaded site with electric and water at the site. Short walking distance to bathhouse with individual shower rooms & men's and women's restrooms that are accessible 24/7. Laundry facility on site with washer and dryer. Enjoy the serene sound of nature & the gorgeous view of the stars! Just around the corner from Lake Malone. Bring your fishing poles, boats and kayaks!
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Green River Primitive

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Beaver Dam, KY
Beautiful ,peaceful, primitive camping overlooking the Green River located in Beaver Dam KY. Private fishing and kayaking, Dock located less than 4 miles away, Trophy recorded game, 4 wheeler/ATV trails, Extremely private endless hiking, both designated and undesignated sites, Loss River Cave short drive located in Bowling Green, Generator available for extra fee(24 hour rental including gas $65) Potty Chair included with biodegradable bags,($13) or you can provide your own, One Rv dry camping space for up to 40ft camper, 6 miles from gas stations,dollar general,food, Camping in God's country with freedom and limited restrictions, off the grid so much to explore from the top of the property with 60 degree angle views over the Green River!
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The Bee Happy Campground

9 sites ¡ RVs, Tents15 acres ¡ Bee Spring, KY
Small campground. 10 sites. Each site has water, electric 30/50 amp & 110v, gravel site, picnic table, and fire pit. Dump station Playground Ice for purchase Wood bundles for purchase Near (less than 30 miles) Mammoth Cave National Park, Moutardier, Wax, Nolin Lake/Dam, Blue Holler, Bowling Green, Leitchfield, Brownsville.
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Maple wood camp

3 sites ¡ RVs5 acres ¡ Boonville, IN
This property is almost 5 acres. Cleared and ready for RV campers only at this time sorry with self contained systems. Generators are welcome at any time. Sorry we do have electric or water yet but it's in the works. This property is beautiful and enjoy relaxing in the woods. In the winter time we tap maple trees and make syrup in these woods. We are located by Friedman Park, Victoria National golf course, and Boonville and Newburgh historic downtown. Happy to answer any other questions you have about the property.
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Honey hill

1 site ¡ RV, Tent6 acres ¡ Crofton, KY
6 acres of secluded area. Woods surround the property. A seasonal spring creek on the side of the property. Deer travel through there a lot. Only 2 miles from Pennyrile state forest. There is no light pollution which allows you to see the stars clearly. Fires are welcome and there is very little road traffic. It is on a hill and hard to see you from the road. Great peaceful spot.
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HOBA farm riverfront property

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents13 acres ¡ Cloverport, KY
Learn more about this land: At HOBA Farm we have 13 acres of wooded river front property. We also have a large lake with kayaks and paddlebaords available! There are plenty of cute animals to visit. Near by there are plenty of hiking trails, caves, beautiful parks, and boat launches. We have plenty of room to set up tents and hammocks in a variety of locations. Its very shady down by the river too! Most of our property is natural and full of wild flowers all summer.
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Kickin' Grass Farm

3 sites ¡ Tents140 acres ¡ Lewisburg, KY
We are  a chemical free, drug free farm raising pastured livestock and poultry. We are land healers on this great crusade to grow quality pastures to raise nutrient dense proteins! We have a wonderful view of the hills of Kentucky on 140 acres of pasture and woodlands. We grow poultry (chickens and turkey), cattle, sheep and pigs. Our farm is aromatically and visually pleasing. We are non-conventional in our methods and pride ourselves in the fact our path is to sustainability and sharing with all!  Learn more about this land:Pitch your tents or sleep under the stars (and yes, you can see stars here) under a magical oak and hickory canopy. Enjoy a walk around the farm and see all things -- pastured cows, sheep, pigs, chickens moving and living as creation intended!  Visit the farm store and take some pastured meats back to the fire! Ease your mind and soul by the fire and listen to "the calm." Beautiful site, please come and enjoy!  You will be different departing then arrived! 
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Camp Carter RV Site - 30a & Dump

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Millwood, KY
Learn more about this land: **PLEASE READ** Guest have free roam of our backyard oasis including fire pit, patio, cabana, hammocks, swing, Boy Scout campsite, and use of our outdoor kitchen. A park grill & picnic table are installed at the camp site. The site is level packed gravel, and the drive is blacktop. The site has 15 & 30A only - no 50A. Water is available from our house, but will require use of 75-100 ft of hose (you can also fill jugs and carry). A RV dump is provided off by itself - not at the campsite for hookup. The site is in a small town on a dead end road that is good for walking and biking in the evenings. There is a 1 mi woodland trail behind the community center 2 blocks away that leads to a rocky creek. We are within an hour of Mammoth Cave National Park, Peace Valley Amish Market, Rough River State Park, Nolin River State Park, the Lincoln Trail and Birthplace, the Corvette Plant and Museum, Beech Bend Park & Dragway, Owensboro Riverfront, NCM Motorsport Park, the Bourbon Trail (Bardstown), Bernheim Forest, and My Old Kentucky Home. We are 1-1/2-2 hr from Louisville, KY, Evansville, IN, and Nashville, TN.
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Lake View camping

19 sites ¡ RVs, Tents13 acres ¡ Reynolds Station, KY
30 years ago this was a pay lake it has been shut down for years. I got it a few years ago for a family getaway. So there is some really nice fish in the lakes. We have a outside kitchen with a gas grill, gas griddle and sink.we also have a sink for your use. There is also a toilet with a flushing toilet.
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Modern Fruit and Veg Farm

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents100 acres ¡ Owensboro, KY
Growing up, this was “Deer Camp”. Now it’s the host of beautiful sunsets, stunning weddings, fresh picked strawberries, a local farmstand, spring flowers and memory-making situated amongst the rolling hills of Kentucky. Peaceful days, our family working the land, and the freshest picked fruits and vegetables throughout the season.Learn more about this land:Pitch a tent near the small secluded lake on our fruit and vegetable farm and new vineyard. The Spring brings fresh picked berries, the summertime hosts sweet watermelon and the Fall showcases u-pick pumpkins. Occasional farm-to-table dinners and educational programming. Enjoy wildlife of the countryside where many deer reside. Portable restroom and water access near the front of the property. Beautiful and quiet sunsets. Plenty of shade in wooded areas. 5 minutes from two small local restaurants/bar/grill, antique shopping, go-carts and fishing and more.
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Adler's Farm

3 sites ¡ Lodging15 acres ¡ Dawson Springs, KY
 Located at the heart of beautiful Lake Beshear in Dawson Springs, Ky. we have woods and fields along with a pond to sit and enjoy and meditate. Lake Beshear spillway and boat dock is located less than 3 miles away. With all the adventure from water parks to kayaks located within 30 minutes from the site you and your family are sure to enjoy your stay. 
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