The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Carlisle, Kentucky

Bring your pet and camp in Carlisle—over 1,200 pet-friendly sites spread across rolling fields, creek banks, and tucked-away woods. Nightly rates average $50, but you’ll spot options as low as $12. Campsites like Serenity Camp (259 reviews), Wildcat Creek Farm in Tyrone (155 reviews), and Farm and Forest (128 reviews) top the list—each welcomes dogs and promises long walks, swimming holes, and plenty of wildlife. Showers, toilets, and campfires are the norm. You’ll find water for a swim, trails for exploring, and lazy evenings by the fire—just don’t forget the leash.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Bring your pet and camp in Carlisle—over 1,200 pet-friendly sites spread across rolling fields, creek banks, and tucked-away woods. Nightly rates average $50, but you’ll spot options as low as $12. Campsites like Serenity Camp (259 reviews), Wildcat Creek Farm in Tyrone (155 reviews), and Farm and Forest (128 reviews) top the list—each welcomes dogs and promises long walks, swimming holes, and plenty of wildlife. Showers, toilets, and campfires are the norm. You’ll find water for a swim, trails for exploring, and lazy evenings by the fire—just don’t forget the leash.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Family Farm Experience

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28mi from Carlisle · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Wallingford, KY

Learn more about this land:What an awesome place for kids to experience farm life. Accessible on site is a shelter house, playground, farm animals for kids to see, feed or pet, and the privacy of a small working cattle farm to enjoy. We have a gas and wood pellet smoker, tv and DVD player, fridge and freezer, and tables under roof. There is a small game room in case of implement weather. Also have an above ground pool available in season. So much to do! Also local shopping in historic Maysville and Washington

2. Queenslake - Classic KY Horse Farm

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35mi from Carlisle · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Georgetown, KY

A long time ago, in a land far away, there lived a beautiful princess who dreamed of a spacious and beautiful farm. She fancied horses running playfully in the pastures; plenty of goats, geese, chickens, dogs, and cats roaming freely. She saw herself sitting beside a large lake under a willow tree, sipping tea or lemonade every afternoon just before her nap. Then one day, a prince came along and said, "As You Wish." Queenslake is a 140 acre working horse farm with a 40 acre fishing lake with three barns and 30 horse pastures. Trails are located around the lake and through the forest for hiking, jogging, biking, ATV, horses. Great scenery. Awesome sunrises/sunsets.

3. Hot Tub Cabin/ Cave Run/ RRG

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40mi from Carlisle · 2 sites · Lodging · Wellington, KY

Hot tub year round now!!**** Escape to our secluded A-frame cabin nestled in the heart of a peaceful area, where tranquility meets comfort. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by the warmth of the well designed area, inviting you to unwind and relax. Whether you're curling up with a book, sipping hot cocoa, or simply enjoying the company of loved ones, the cozy ambiance of our cabin provides the perfect setting for your retreat. Equipped with modern amenities, including wonderful Wi-Fi, you can stay connected to the outside world while immersing yourself in the serene surroundings. With five comfortable beds spread across two bedrooms, there's ample space for everyone to rest and rejuvenate after a day of adventure. Venture outside to our outdoor grill and entertaining area, where you can barbecue under the open sky and share stories around the fire pit. Feel the stress melt away as you soak in the peaceful ambiance of the surrounding nature. For outdoor enthusiasts, Cabin Run Lake is just minutes away, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and scenic hikes along the water's edge. And for those seeking even more adventure, the majestic Red River Gorge is a mere 30-minute drive, where you can explore breathtaking cliffs, towering rock formations, and miles of pristine wilderness. Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled retreat, our secluded A-frame cabin is the perfect destination for your next escape. Experience the beauty of nature, the warmth of a cozy fire pit, and the comfort of modern amenities – all within reach at our serene sanctuary.

4. Turtle Ridge

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37mi from Carlisle · 1 site · Tent, RV · Frenchburg, KY

5 miles north of the Red River Gorge, 18 miles north of Natural Bridge, 3 miles off Sheltowee Trace, just up from Broke Leg Falls, at the Daniel Boone National Forest, just south of Cave Run lies 20 acres of secluded hillside forest. With more than 2 miles of trails, a seasonal waterfall, and a cliff face, this private getaway is perfect for people who want to have the option to explore the popular places nearby, or just hike and camp on your own. Bring your kayak for a private float to Beaver Creek or just swim in the watering hole at the end of the street. Then at night, marvel at all of the stars that you just can't see at home.

5. The Cabin at 114 Main Street

32mi from Carlisle · 2 sites · Lodging · Augusta, KY

Experience Augusta KY! Charming Guest Quarters in a 1700's Log Cabin. Enjoy Antiquing, Tours, Sunsets, Eateries & Winery! 1 Block from the Ohio River. Convenient to The Pub, Beehive Tavern, General Store, & Carota's Pizza Great Stop on The B-Line Bourbon Trail Pet Friendly! Motorcycle-Friendly Parking on Patio *Hot Tub & Fire Pit free of charge. Not included in refunds.

Public campgrounds near Carlisle

Blue Licks Battlefield Campground

8mi from Carlisle · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park

White Sulphur Horse Camp

30mi from Carlisle · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

Clear Creek Campground

31mi from Carlisle · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

Kincaid Lake Campground

31mi from Carlisle · 159 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kincaid Lake State Park

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Fort Boonesborough Campground

31mi from Carlisle · 163 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fort Boonesborough State Park

Stories from the community

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Tanner

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Turtle Ridge

The trail was well marked and had a nice climb to the back of the property to a very secluded amazing spot with towering cliffs as a backdrop. My wife really loved all the ferns along the way.

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Scott

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Queenslake - Classic KY Horse Farm

Host was awesome Sight incredible Views amazing Thank you john Wonderful place

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Emily

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Family Farm Experience

Wow! It was a lovely experience Judy was amazing and my little brother really enjoyed the toy playroom and all the activities that he was able to do!!! We will definitely be back!! My only suggestions is to put out like a Howell Cattle Company sign because it was a little hard to find and if your taking directions to get there do them to Howell Cattle Company because it’ll take you directly there instead of the address recommended here (I don’t know if it was only our experience but the address provided here took us the wrong way)!

Rachel

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Family Farm Experience

For a family with small kids, this couldn’t have been a better setup! My kids(5 & 7 years old) got to hold baby animals, swim, jump on trampolines, play on playgrounds, and run around until their little legs just couldn’t run anymore. This area is so private, we just had a handful of other families camping so we didn’t have to stress about heavy traffic or people. The hosts couldn’t have been nicer, the true definition of southern hospitality. They brought us so many things, went and blew up some massive bounce houses for the kids to play in, and ran to town to get ice cream everyone. My kids are already begging to go back and we’ve only been home for a few hours 😂 They had blackstones, grills, a fridge and a great covered area to eat meals and hang out. The literal only thing I’d say is you are on a working farm, you will have some animal noise around while you’re sleeping, but with a white noise machine we had zero issue sleeping through it. We went fully expecting that, and my kids were so excited to see animals it was totally worth it.

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Michael

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Queenslake - Classic KY Horse Farm

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

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Jackson

December 2024

Group trip

3 nights at Hot Tub Cabin/ Cave Run/ RRG

This was the second time I had stayed at James’s Cabin. I absolutely love it and plan to come back in the future. It’s a beautiful place deep in the woods and I cannot recommend it enough.