Lakeside camping near Berea

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United States
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Kentucky
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Berea

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Public campgrounds near Berea

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Turkey Foot Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Whittleton Campground

40 sites · RVs, Tents In Natural Bridge State Resort Park

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Koomer Ridge Campground

108 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Middlefork Campground

35 sites · RVs, Tents In Natural Bridge State Resort Park

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Bee Rock Campground

27 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Craigs Creek Group Campground

3 sites In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Waitsboro Campground

22 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Cumberland

S-Tree Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

White Oak Boat-In Campground

51 sites In Daniel Boone National Forest

Fishing Creek Campground

46 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Cumberland

Holly Bay Campground

29 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

Grove Boat-In Campground

31 sites In Daniel Boone National Forest

Stories from the community

Paul

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Wow Mountain Resort

Very secluded, in a good way and completely surrounded by nature.

Weekend Trip to Wow Mountain Resort

Lots of hiking around, great stay overall. Easy to find and hosts very accommodating for a last minute reservation

Weekend Trip to Queenslake - Classic KY Horse Farm

Great spot! My six year old daughter loved seeing the horses.

Weekend Trip to Nicura Ranch

Laura & Nick were so so so kind and welcoming and we loved staying here! The space was clean, we got to meet all the animals and they had great amenities. We will definitely be back 💗

Weekend Trip to HomeGrown HideAways

It was a pleasure to meet Jessa and her husband. Thanks for.sheltering us in a storm. I love your place!

4 nights at HomeGrown HideAways

Amazing as always! We had a group of 50 there in all types of camping (campers, tents, treehouses, etc). Everyone had a great time and we were able to both gather as a group and have some fruitful family time. Looking forward to coming back!

Weekend Trip to HomeGrown HideAways

Excellent place to unwind and relax! We opted to camp in the field under a star filled sky. It was a beautiful and relaxing evening. The community barn is top notch! We can’t wait to stay again!

Weekend Trip to HomeGrown HideAways

Jessa and Nathan have created a beautiful space for quiet, and community. We stayed four years ago and were amazed at all they've accomplished in that time. We've camped both times and loved our experience. Next time we'd love to stay in one of the thoughtfully built structures.

Weekend Trip to Mountainfire!

Gavin is an excellent host! Can’t express how highly I recommend staying at any of these sites. All three are great. I was able to take a peek at all 3 since no one but me was there. Unfortunately I didn’t get in until late due to traffic, but still enjoyed the set up a lot. Very peaceful and private and the firewood provided was perfect even with it being wet out. The hill coming back out was a little steep so if you plan on bringing a rig, make sure you have 4WD. Ground was solid though even with all the rain. 10/10 Will definitely stay again!

7 nights at Pine Tree RV Park

Lovely location. Pretty and serene area. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the peace and quiet.

Weekend Trip to HomeGrown HideAways

We tent camped for one night, but wish we had time to stay longer! Fantastic hosts and amazing amenities. Close to great hiking at The Pinnacles and fun times exploring Berea. The area is beautiful, quiet and exactly what we were looking for in a quick break away from the city. We highly recommend and hope to return someday!

4 nights at HomeGrown HideAways

My kids and I had a wonderful time over their fall break at Homegrown Hideaways. I cannot recommend it enough! It’s perfect for any level of camping, from primitive sites to BYO RV to renting one or staying in a treehouse or a yurt or in our case the Nook bunkhouse. Everything was super clean and the chefs kitchen was a godsend for making hot meals. It’s a choose your own adventure kind of place— cook over a fire if you want— there’s firewood and starter, or just make s’mores and cook the rest of your food inside. Bringing our own food and having fridge and freezer space to store it made it possible to have a very delightful and economical 4 night stay! Jessa and Nathan work really hard to make the place accessible and welcoming. They’re wonderful people! My kids really enjoyed rock hounding in the creek beds, hiking around the property, and playing board games in the game room. We would definitely return and have already recommended it highly to everyone we’ve met since. The other campers we met while there were all also very kind and fun to hang out with! Jessa and Nathan were very accommodating and wonderful hosts.

3 top lakeside campgrounds near Berea

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Wow Mountain Resort

5 sites · Tents150 acres · Somerset, KY

We saw this land and immediately thought this is our Eden and now we want to share it with you. We hope you love it too. There is a cave camping site and 3 other active sites. We are adding 5 more campsites very soon. They will be basic bare bone campsites with no tent platforms or fire places. The original 4 have tent platforms and fire places.

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HomeGrown HideAways

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Berea, KY

HomeGrown HideAways is a farm, lodging, and event facility nestled in a hundred-acre holler in the Appalachian foothills near Berea, Ky. Our lodging features treehouses, yurts, a bunkhouse, retro camper, water/electric hook-ups, and campsites. We also host weddings, retreats, and other events so advance reservations are required. For insurance purposes and the safety of our own livestock and pets, we do not allow guests to bring their pets/ESAs onto the property. Prepare to UNPLUG as we do not have cell service or wifi (there IS a landline for guests to make phone calls located in the Community Farmhouse). All guests from tent to treehouse have access to our solar-powered Community Farmhouse featuring a fully-stocked chef-inspired kitchen, restrooms, coin-op laundry, and upstairs multi-purpose room with a library and board games. There is also an outdoor kitchen area with additional cooking space including a grill, microwave, and sink (sink is closed in the winter so the pipes don’t freeze). Next to the Farmhouse is a massive pavilion with picnic tables for al fresco dining and firewood bundles to purchase. BRING CASH! Our seasonal bath house is generally open from April or May to October or November based on the prevailing temps. There are 4 flush toilets, 2 sinks, and 2 hot showers. The floors are concrete so we recommend shower shoes and you'll want to bring your own towels and shampoo/soap. The farm has a small playground, yard games, creeks, and a steep and rugged hiking trail that loops the mountain. We're also just 8 miles from the hiking trails at the Berea College Pinnacles, 8 miles to Owsley Fork Reservoir, 20 minutes to Anglin Falls, 12 miles to Berea, 35 minutes to Richmond, Ky, and a scenic hour to Red River Gorge. For other activities, restaurants, shopping, music, and more, we're happy to share our favorites, but highly recommend checking out the Berea Tourism website.

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Close to Adventure

1 site · RV, Tent44 acres · Frenchburg, KY

My place is secluded and peaceful. Its a wooded country setting and is a primitive site. There are no facilities or utilities, there is an outhouse/self composting (follow up your business with dropping leaves in after). It may not be suitable for children as there are active brush/wood burn piles on the land. See all photos and ask questions, please. I want it to be enjoyable for all who book. It’s also noteworthy that there are dogs in the area that roam free, it’s way out in the country, there are no leash laws. I’ve never had any issues with unfriendly dogs, but always be aware. It’s at a dead end road, no thru traffic. You can stay and enjoy some amazing stargazing, (there is minimal lighting and a very dark, clear view of the night sky) and lots of peace and quiet or explore the Daniel Boone National Forest surrounding the property or travel a short distance and see so many nearby amazing areas…Red River Gorge, Natural Bridge State Park, NADA Tunnel, Sky Bridge, Cave Run Lake, Twin Knobs and Zilpo Recreation Areas, Carter Caves State Park, Grayson Lake, Rudy’s Ranch. Learn more about this land:

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Daniel Boone National Forest

Whitley City, Kentucky

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Natural Bridge State Resort Park

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Lakeside camping near Berea guide

Overview

Looking for a camping getaway near Berea, Kentucky, with a preference for a lake? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 348 options in the area, you'll have plenty of choices to find your perfect lakeside retreat. Whether you're into kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying the serene views, there's a campsite for you. Check out top-rated campsites like Hidden Lake Farm (359 reviews), Clayton Geneva Memorial Camp Ground (197 reviews), or Lake Farm (106 reviews). Plus, with prices starting as low as $15 per night and an average price of $30 per night, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Don't miss out on popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, potable water, and trash services. And if you're looking to add some adventure to your trip, you'll find opportunities for paddling, biking, and even off-roading. Get ready to have an unforgettable camping experience!