Camping Near Mount Sterling, KY, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2025

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Kentucky
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Mount Sterling

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Whittleton Campground

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

Love Twin Knobs campground! And Cave Run Lake has the most amazing sunsets!!

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Twin Knobs Campground

66 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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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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Fort Boonesborough Campground

163 sites · RVs, Tents In Fort Boonesborough State Park

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Zilpo Campground

103 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Claylick Boat-in Campground

13 sites In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Turkey Foot Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Paragon Dispersed Camping Area

14 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

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Carter Caves Campground

129 sites · RVs, Tents In Carter Caves State Resort Park

Clear Creek Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

White Sulphur Horse Camp

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Daniel Boone National Forest

Stories from the community

1 night at Kinner Kamping

Accommodation was amazing, I brought own wood but it was still provided. The morning rise over the mountain was breathtaking. Family doggy was so sweet. We ate breakfast together. I offered a tip, they said no thank you. I will be back. A+++ experiance.!

Weekend Trip to Backwoods Hideaway

This spot was remote and secluded but easy to get to. It is surrounded by a beautiful creek and host Aaron thought of everything. This was truly a peaceful escape with the comforts of home but wild enough to feel truly refreshed. My pup Roxy and I cannot wait to be back.

1 night at The Kilns @ The Red River Gorge

Kimberly was a welcoming and informative host. She had all the local restaurants and a map of hiking places available. I plan to stop by again.

Weekend Trip to The Kilns @ The Red River Gorge

We had a wonderful stay at the Kilns! The location was incredibly convenient—just a short drive to many of the main attractions in Red River Gorge. The hostess, Kim, was very friendly and welcoming, and the overall environment was peaceful and relaxing. We especially appreciated the list of recommended locations she provided; it helped us make the most of our time exploring the area. Would definitely stay here again!

Weekend Trip to The Retreat at High Rock

Awesome place to stay. Definitely hope to go back. The tent was clean & comfy, the area was beautiful & quiet, and the shower house was an unexpected surprise. Very nice shower amenities. Easy access and easy check in. Highly recommend!

1 night at Kinner Kamping

Beautiful area on a mountaintop nice and quiet the host was super friendly

4 nights at The Kilns @ The Red River Gorge

Hello;, the kilns saved us;, doing hiking in the area & we couldn’t find a ⛺️ campsite, went through hipcamp & found the kilns ;, we were very happy & Kimberly was awesome, plenty of fire 🔥 wood 🪵;, & a lot of info about the property 😊I would recommend the kilns for camping 🏕️ & the horses 🐎 were awesome 👍thank you Kim🥰

2 nights at The LAAAAND (just you & 50 acres)

We think Carli’s place is absolutely beautiful. It’s quiet and there are beautiful views a short hike from the camp spot. And the camp spot has an incredible deck to sit on and watch the natural surroundings. Unfortunately we had a lot of rain but even still it was a wonderful getaway and we will definitely come back!!!!

Weekend Trip to Possum Ridge Ranch

We had a great time tent camping at Possum Ridge! The camp sites were beautiful and spaced out so we had privacy. The bath house was very clean and well maintained. The owners were very accommodating, they checked on us once a day to make sure we were ok and provided drinks and popsicles for the kids along with coffee and other necessities at the common area. We definitely would come back and recommend this place to others!

1 night at Farm and Forest

We had a lovely night all to ourselves on this spacious farm on our drive from Virginia to Colorado . Our dogs loved it! Plenty of games and fun things for kids, including disc golf. We had a couple of questions and the host was very responsive..

Weekend Trip to Serenity Camp

Host was great! Went out of his way to bring us firewood. So kind. Beautiful property. We would definitely stay here again!

1 night at Backwoods Hideaway

a very secluded & beautiful piece of property! i hope to be back soon

Weekend Trip to Possum Ridge Ranch

Great place to relax and hike! It was quiet and peaceful. The owners was always helpful and quick to respond to questions. We plan on coming back hopefully sooner than later.

4 nights at Boone Valley Campground

Boone Valley Campground is the place to be. If you are looking for a nice quiet camping experience you have to check this place out. The owner Ben is one of the coolest fellas you'll ever meet. We camp 10 to 20 times a year and this has been one our our favorite spots ever. Very close to natural bridge and the gorge.

Weekend Trip to Farm and Forest

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property! Our kids loved playing in the open spaces and we loved the quiet evenings by the campfire. Lovely spot!

Weekend Trip to Farm and Forest

Beautiful property with several spots. We chose to tent camp with electricity in order to work during Friday day and was placed near the stage. We had a wide open space with nice views of the farm. We enjoyed walking the trails. Next time, we will try primitive camping at one of the more private and shady sites. There were a few other campers there which was nice to chat. We were offered the use of the bathroom at the house which worked well for us. Overall, a great stay.

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Weekend Trip to Trace Space KY

We really can’t say enough good things about this space and the host. The space is incredibly relaxing and comfortable. The birdwatching is amazing. And the garden was beautiful. My wife spent the weekend identifying and researching all of the plants in the garden. We were visited each day by a variety of birds including (but not limited to) Red Headed Woodpeckers, Orchard Orioles, Brown Thrashers, Cardinals, Cedar Waxwings, and many others. MJ was incredibly friendly and accommodating, answering any question we had very quickly. She is simply the most thoughtful and kind host. We highly recommend staying here.

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Great little private campground. Everything about my experience was fantastic. Bathroom's could be setup to be more practical and functional with necessities but I made it work. I will stay here again if I am in the area.

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Ben was very accommodating to our large group and our needs while we stayed. There were very many options for tent camping.

Weekend Trip to The Kilns @ The Red River Gorge

Land was beautiful! Horses were beautiful! It was so quiet and serene on the land. And close to gas and stores. Hosts were so sweet. They told us about the horses and their names. Kim was very welcoming. She offered to give us a canopy for the rain, she let us use the music stage to hang out hammocks and cook. She even let us plug our electric vehicle into the music stage. We had a wonderful stay, would highly recommend :)

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Queenslake - Classic KY Horse Farm

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents140 acres · 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.

Glencarin Cliff Climbers Retreat

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Campton, KY

Pet friendly campsites Located .8 mile from the George Underground 2.6 mile from Natural Bridge State Park 10 miles from Sky Bridge 4.7 miles from Red River Gorge 3.9 miles to Natural Bridge Sky Lift 3.4 miles to Miguel's Pizza and Rock climbing shop

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Shasta Valley

5 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Frenchburg, KY

The idea of Shasta Valley came to us through years of traveling in developing countries and falling in love with communal living and camping culture. We are excited to build or dream and share it with you! Learn more about this land: We are nestled between cave run lake and the north entrance of Red River Gorge off the beaten path. Enjoy 20 Acres of private forest, creeks, waterfalls, and a giant open hill top great for larger groups. We have hilltop car camping and tent camping on a 3 acre field surrounded by forest. Bring your tents, van, overlanders and small campers (pulled with a 4wd) to Shasta Valley! Hiking: 1.5 Miles to Sheltowee Trace Trail 6 Minutes to Broke Leg Fall 10 Minute to Devils Market House Arch 20 Minutes to Jump Rock, Indian Staircase, Gladie Welcome Center and all the other highlights of the north side of the gorge!

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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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Kentucky River Hideaway (Near RRG)

8 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Beattyville, KY

Enjoy it all with over 150 acres of open field, forest, mountain, and riverfront! This is an old homestead site located in Heidelberg, KY on the Kentucky River, just 20 minutes from the Red River Gorge Geological Area. From the riverbank, the property slopes upward across several fields and up a mountain of densely populated trees. There is a boat ramp just across the blue bridge that offers easy river access for boats, kayaks, and canoes. This spot has it all! Camp, kayak, fish, hike, relax and enjoy some of the best scenery Kentucky has to offer!

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Serenity Camp

26 sites · RVs, Tents175 acres · Beattyville, KY

I moved back here a few years ago to my home place where I grew up. To me it is the most relaxing thing I can do to just sit by a bonfire and look at the view.

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The Kilns @ The Red River Gorge

6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Campton, KY

Located 1 mile from the Red River Gorge in Pine Ridge KY between Mt. Parkway Exit 40 East and Exit 40 West and 8 miles to Natural Bridge State Park. The Kilns provides an area for rest and relaxation for those wanting to camp. while enjoying the outdoors. The KILNS got its name from large charcoal kilns that was a thriving family business in the late 50's early 60's. Although they are no longer functioning, they are part of our history. The camping area is nestled on a small family farm with 5 acres designated for PRIMATIVE Tent or Van Camping. The property is surrounded by beautiful woodlands and a lush green field, freshly manicured. It is easy access to Red River Gorge, Local Restaurants, General Stores all while secluded from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Come relax and enjoy, we look forward to seeing you! Here are the coordinates: the maps sometimes take you to Campton, but the coordinates are accurate. Coordinates: 37.75254° N, 83.60836° W Address: 300 Johnson Ln. Campton, KY 41301

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Farm and Forest

17 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Lexington, KY

This land has previously been a tobacco farm, a hay farm, and is now home to a few beef cattle. We have blazed trails through the woods for hiking, created campsites with fire rings, farmed hay, and grown various vegetables for self-consumption. We love the proximity of the farm to town, yet the seclusion we feel when we are out there.

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Possum Ridge Ranch

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents375 acres · West Liberty, KY

Our remote 375 acres part farm and part natural woodland nestled up to Daniel Boone Forest is ideal for hikers and nature lovers. There are several hiking trails onsite and plenty of woods to explore. ATVs or side by sides are welcome to be used on the main gravel roads and some designated areas of our property. There is plenty of wildlife around but no hunting is allowed. Our designated tent sites do have firepits and picnic tables. Our trek in sites do not have those options. Pets are welcome for $10 per pet/per booking and they do need to be leashed/under control at all times. This is an extra so please be sure to add that if you plan to bring your pet. Please pick up after them. We are a short driving distance from West Liberty, Cave Run Lake, Grayson Lake, Carter Caves, Morehead, Natural Bridge and Red River Gorge. We are approximately 20 minutes from the nearest store so you'll want to come prepared. We are located in West Liberty (Morgan County). There is a centrally located bathhouse with toilet, shower and sink and a hose for potable water. We have firewood for sale for $15 per bundle and is an extra option when booking(use what you need during your stay and it is located at the tent sites), you can bring your own and you are welcome to gather from the surrounding area but please do not cut down any living trees/limbs.

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Bar on the Mountain

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Beattyville, KY

*ADDITIONAL SITE ADDED* Check out our new site, Top Shelf added March 2024! Primitive camping at its PEAK! Located in the heart of Natural Bridge State Park and the Red River Gorge, this secluded camping ground offers an experience above the rest - literally! Accommodates tents and RV/campers 24ft and under. 360 degree views including a front row seat to an Appalachian Mountain sunrise! Minutes from Hollerwood Offroad Park, Gorge-ous climbing and hiking trails, fishing/boating/swimming at Mill Creek Lake, restaurants including Miguel's Pizza, Rockhouse, La Cabana Mexican, and Thatcher's BBQ to name a few! Close access to Hollerwood Offroad Park.