The best campgrounds near West Liberty, Kentucky with swimming

West Liberty packs a punch for campers who want swimming front and center. With over 990 swimming-friendly campsites, you’ll find everything from shaded creek banks to pondside clearings. Prices stretch from $12 budget spots to an average of $30 a night. Top picks include Boone Valley Campground (76 reviews), Big Laurel Ranch (49 reviews), and The Honey Hut (42 reviews). Most sites allow campfires and come with toilets and showers, so roughing it doesn’t mean skipping the basics. Outside the water, anglers, equestrians, and wildlife-watchers have plenty to keep busy. If you like your camping wet, wild, and affordable, this corner of Kentucky makes it easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds near West Liberty

West Liberty packs a punch for campers who want swimming front and center. With over 990 swimming-friendly campsites, you’ll find everything from shaded creek banks to pondside clearings. Prices stretch from $12 budget spots to an average of $30 a night. Top picks include Boone Valley Campground (76 reviews), Big Laurel Ranch (49 reviews), and The Honey Hut (42 reviews). Most sites allow campfires and come with toilets and showers, so roughing it doesn’t mean skipping the basics. Outside the water, anglers, equestrians, and wildlife-watchers have plenty to keep busy. If you like your camping wet, wild, and affordable, this corner of Kentucky makes it easy.

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Top-rated campgrounds near West Liberty

1. Shasta Valley

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16mi from West Liberty · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

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!

2. The Honey Hut

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44mi from West Liberty · 2 sites · Lodging

This is a small honey bee farm . Cabin is between ten acres of windflowers and our 5 acre pond. You may see deer, otters, turkey, or even a bald eagle we saw once. Pets are welcome but you must select the optional per pet / per day fee under extras . This money goes to the cleaning lady .

3. A Rustic Ravine Cabin Adventure

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44mi from West Liberty · 26 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

West Virginia’s Coolest, Newest, Vacation Cabin Rental and Hip Camping Resort! The idea for creating a cabin rental/camping vacation getaway in the Allegheny Mountain Range came to life over several meetings at a Bob Evans restaurant in Columbus, Ohio, between co-owners Paul Liimatta and Joe Boffo. Joe had been accumulating land in the Genoa, West Virginia, area for several years and had dreamed of building cabins, tree houses and uniquely designed vacation rentals and campsites on a beautiful area called Hampton Ridge. Come and judge for yourself ;)

4. Daniel Boone National Forest

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619 sites · Whitley City, Kentucky

Waterfalls, arches, lakes, hiking—This massive national forest has all the recreation you could want

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5. Natural Bridge State Resort Park

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75 sites · Campton, Kentucky

Discover Natural Bridge State Resort Park's stunning landscapes and adventures.

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6. Boone Valley Campground

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32mi from West Liberty · 50 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Boone Valley Campground is a family owned and operated business that offers 30 acres of primitive, RV, and Van camping. Conveniently located only 1 mile away from the Pendergrass Murray Recreational Preserve, 7 miles from the Miller Fork Recreational Preserve, and 15 miles from the Natural Bridge State Resort Park and Red River Gorge Area. Boone Valley is perfect for outdoor adventurers and families who want to spend and enjoyable weekend in nature. Ask us about guided OHV Tours in the area! We offer guided tours! New! 2 Nights camping at Buckhorn Lake State Park. Including Pontoon Guide all day. Price is $300 for 2 people. Max group allowed is 6. Offer available from July - September. Concessions Truck on the property! Enjoy local events! Boone Valley is located 5 miles from downtown Beattyville, KY. Camp with us on weekends of local festivals such as the Bourbon and Moonshine Festival and the Woolly Worm Festival. Onsite enjoy weekend live music, bonfires, and home cooking from the Boone Valley Kitchen.

7. Family Farm Experience

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38mi from West Liberty · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

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

8. Trace Space KY

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12mi from West Liberty · 1 site · Lodging

Ready to share your passion for an eco-friendly tiny camping cabin near Cave Run Lake and the Red River Gorge with someone who shares your love of sustainability and nature, too? This transforming aframe cabin is perfect for nature lovers, campers, and eco-conscious explorers eager to learn, see, and stay, leaving a wildlife-friendly footprint. The tiny cabin is a unique transforming A-frame camping cabin that occupies a compact area, certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a wildlife habitat yard and recognized as a certified garden and monarch waystation through monarchwatch.org. TSKY is located 3 miles from Long Bow boat dock on Cave Run Lake, 10 minutes from the Sheltowee Trace National Recreational Trail, and 18 miles from the adventures in the Red River Gorge. Outdoor seekers and enthusiasts will appreciate the nature trails, the lake's pristine waters, and the opportunity to explore the Daniel Boone National Forest or to simply rest and unplug. There are short hikes within a 20-minute drive, each offering its own unique discovery: arches, an overlook, a cave, and a 60-foot waterfall nestled within a small scenic canyon. With so much natural beauty to explore, your stay at our A-frame camping cabin is a perfect base place to Embrace Nature's Pace.

9. D.J.’S Camp LLC

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11mi from West Liberty · 3 sites

This two-site campground is located in Wellington, KY (Menifee County). Water, sewer, and 50/30 amp. electric are supplied at each site for your self-contained rig to camp. Wifi is included in your site fee. Firewood is supplied free of charge to use in our firepit. Long Bow Marina is just 3 miles away so bring your boat. Cave Run Lake Dam, Natural Bridge State Park, Broke Leg Falls, and Red River Gorge are just minutes away from our campground. If you are attending an event at Sunset Ridge Farm/Wedding Lodge, it's only 4 miles away.

10. Jenny Wiley State Resort Park

119 sites · Prestonsburg, Kentucky

Discover Jenny Wiley State Resort Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.

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11. Carter Caves State Resort Park

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129 sites · Olive Hill, Kentucky

Forest hikes, subterranean wonders, and lakeside fun await at Carter Caves.

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12. Yatesville Lake State Park

47 sites · Louisa, Kentucky

Discover the natural splendor of Yatesville Lake State Park.

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13. Buckhorn Lake

47 sites · Buckhorn, Kentucky

The landscape of Buckhorn Lake is truly a sight to behold. It’s as if the Kentucky River just busted through and carved these incredible valleys and green, winding hills, which are now affectionately known as the amazing Appalachian Mountains! You’ll only have to travel a short distance from Lexington to find this rugged and rural outback that surrounds the 1,230-acre Buckhorn Lake and the nearby Cumberland Plateau. If you drive down the main road for a bit, you’ll hit Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, where you can dine, lodge, or camp out. During the day, you’ll want to get out in the woods, so bring your best-loved, broken-in hiking shoes. Paddle around the waters or simply sit on the shore and take in the unsurpassable views. Words could not do this wilderness justice, so you might want to start packin’ now. This out-of-the-way gem is just the right amount of quiet, fun, and beauty that will hit the spot and leave you breathless.

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14. Red River Adventure

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22mi from West Liberty · 1 site

We are River front campground/glamping/kayaking in the heart of the Red River Gorge! Located near many popular trails, rock climbing, and kayaking in the lush Daniel Boone National Forest! We love pets and welcome everyone to stay in one of our themed glampers and tiny homes! Solar Showers avaiable and warm summer nights!

15. Cabwaylingo State Forest

22 sites · Crum, West Virginia

Discover the natural splendor of Cabwaylingo State Forest.

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16. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

101 sites · Greenup, Kentucky

Discover Greenbo Lake State Resort Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.

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17. Carr Creek State Park

39 sites · Vicco, Kentucky

Discover Carr Creek State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.

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Camper favorites near West Liberty

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Boone Valley Campground

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32mi from West Liberty · 50 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Boone Valley Campground is a family owned and operated business that offers 30 acres of primitive, RV, and Van camping. Conveniently located only 1 mile away from the Pendergrass Murray Recreational Preserve, 7 miles from the Miller Fork Recreational Preserve, and 15 miles from the Natural Bridge State Resort Park and Red River Gorge Area. Boone Valley is perfect for outdoor adventurers and families who want to spend and enjoyable weekend in nature. Ask us about guided OHV Tours in the area! We offer guided tours! New! 2 Nights camping at Buckhorn Lake State Park. Including Pontoon Guide all day. Price is $300 for 2 people. Max group allowed is 6. Offer available from July - September. Concessions Truck on the property! Enjoy local events! Boone Valley is located 5 miles from downtown Beattyville, KY. Camp with us on weekends of local festivals such as the Bourbon and Moonshine Festival and the Woolly Worm Festival. Onsite enjoy weekend live music, bonfires, and home cooking from the Boone Valley Kitchen.

Family Farm Experience

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38mi from West Liberty · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

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

Trace Space KY

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12mi from West Liberty · 1 site · Lodging

Ready to share your passion for an eco-friendly tiny camping cabin near Cave Run Lake and the Red River Gorge with someone who shares your love of sustainability and nature, too? This transforming aframe cabin is perfect for nature lovers, campers, and eco-conscious explorers eager to learn, see, and stay, leaving a wildlife-friendly footprint. The tiny cabin is a unique transforming A-frame camping cabin that occupies a compact area, certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a wildlife habitat yard and recognized as a certified garden and monarch waystation through monarchwatch.org. TSKY is located 3 miles from Long Bow boat dock on Cave Run Lake, 10 minutes from the Sheltowee Trace National Recreational Trail, and 18 miles from the adventures in the Red River Gorge. Outdoor seekers and enthusiasts will appreciate the nature trails, the lake's pristine waters, and the opportunity to explore the Daniel Boone National Forest or to simply rest and unplug. There are short hikes within a 20-minute drive, each offering its own unique discovery: arches, an overlook, a cave, and a 60-foot waterfall nestled within a small scenic canyon. With so much natural beauty to explore, your stay at our A-frame camping cabin is a perfect base place to Embrace Nature's Pace.

D.J.’S Camp LLC

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11mi from West Liberty · 3 sites

This two-site campground is located in Wellington, KY (Menifee County). Water, sewer, and 50/30 amp. electric are supplied at each site for your self-contained rig to camp. Wifi is included in your site fee. Firewood is supplied free of charge to use in our firepit. Long Bow Marina is just 3 miles away so bring your boat. Cave Run Lake Dam, Natural Bridge State Park, Broke Leg Falls, and Red River Gorge are just minutes away from our campground. If you are attending an event at Sunset Ridge Farm/Wedding Lodge, it's only 4 miles away.

Red River Adventure

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22mi from West Liberty · 1 site

We are River front campground/glamping/kayaking in the heart of the Red River Gorge! Located near many popular trails, rock climbing, and kayaking in the lush Daniel Boone National Forest! We love pets and welcome everyone to stay in one of our themed glampers and tiny homes! Solar Showers avaiable and warm summer nights!

Public campgrounds near West Liberty

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Paragon Dispersed Camping Area

11mi from West Liberty · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

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Claylick Boat-in Campground

15mi from West Liberty · 13 sites · in Daniel Boone National Forest

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Zilpo Campground

16mi from West Liberty · 103 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

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

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Twin Knobs Campground

18mi from West Liberty · 66 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

Clear Creek Campground

19mi from West Liberty · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

White Sulphur Horse Camp

20mi from West Liberty · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

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Koomer Ridge Campground

22mi from West Liberty · 108 sites · Tents, RVs · in Daniel Boone National Forest

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Whittleton Campground

24mi from West Liberty · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natural Bridge State Resort Park

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Middlefork Campground

25mi from West Liberty · 35 sites · Tents, RVs · in Natural Bridge State Resort Park

Jenny Wiley Campground

32mi from West Liberty · 119 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jenny Wiley State Resort Park

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Carter Caves Campground

32mi from West Liberty · 129 sites · Tents, RVs · in Carter Caves State Resort Park

Yatesville Lake Campground

33mi from West Liberty · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Yatesville Lake State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Justin

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Nice quiet campground with clean showers and bathrooms for a great price

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Ernie j

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Honey Hut

Loved this little cabin perfect little getaway for wife and I to say our vows the fishing the pond was great . Will definitely be back.

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Robert

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Beautiful scenery. Was real nice chatting with Ben. Everyone was friendly. Would definitely come back.

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Humberto

October 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Boone Valley Campground

Great experience camping here for the first time . We arrived and greated upon arrival the man showed us the spots available and let us choose whichever we liked . The sites are nice and spacious with a fire pit set up . Had a great experience and would recommend to anyone looking for a camping location. Gas stations and food spots are also near by .

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Nikki

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Easy to find, great space with plenty of room to set up. Fire rings and shower house available.

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Seth

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Boone Valley Campground

We needed a place to stay while in transit to Chattanooga. We enjoyed hiking around to see some arches and decided to stay at the Boone valley primitive campsite. We had a great time the bathrooms were nice would reccomened a bench and place to put cloths. But other than that it was great.

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Corei

September 2025

Weekend Trip to The Honey Hut

This was a very cute and cozy cabin on a private lot. Its has a great dock to sit, drink coffee, and read a book. The fire pit has a grate which was very convenient. The porch was idyllic and probably my favorite spot on the property. There were lots of birds and butterflies to watch. We had a great time.

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Kip

September 2025

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With pets

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Secluded and wonderfully peaceful. Would definitely go back again.

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Adele

September 2025

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With pets

4 nights at Shasta Valley

We just got back from our stay here and we just absolutely adored this spot and we’re sad to go home after such a great trip. For reference we originally booked the small spot by the pond. This spot goes straight up a hill from the driveway and we got stuck a few times trying to get up there. The spot was ok. It was on a big incline which made it hard to sleep and had a lot of bugs. After our second night we asked to move to the larger spot by the communal space and the host was amazing and let us move. Now for all the positive things. The communal kitchen area was SO cute and helpful to have access to a proper table for meals. The bathroom was so cute and we were excited to see that there was toilet paper and hand sanitizer. We really loved the attention to detail with the communal spaces and the trail, you could tell that they really put their hearts into this space. The spot at the top by the communal kitchen has a great big open space which was perfect for our dog to run and have the best time. We loved star gazing out in the open as there weren’t many trees blocking the sky. And there was plenty of shade provided by the big tree during the sunniest part of the day. We can’t wait to book our next stay here and share it with our friends and family!

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Nichole

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Trace Space KY

We had a great experience. This trip was about introducing a friends 9yo to hiking and camping. MJ and Alex have a wonderful spot. Thank you both. The late summer wildflower garden and pollinators were great to show the 9yo how to observe bugs safely. I will recommend this place to others who travel to the Cave Run Lake and Red River Gorge area.

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Braeden

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Everything overall was perfect, got there super early set are tent up then the next morning moved to one of the more private spots with a table and chairs, my gfs car got stuck in mud and the man came and towed her out and then just went about his day, overall was very nice good area, the small town and tourist areas around the site was a very nice change of scenery 10/10 would recommend for anyone especially for the price

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Alan

August 2025

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Group trip

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Great place to stay and very peaceful and would definitely come back. Not very bust felt like it was just us vs the world out there.

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Caleb

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Benjamin was extremely accommodating and helpful. Would absolutely stay again when we visit the Red River Gorge!

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Alina

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Me and my friends had such a great time! We found some local trails during the day to hike and slept peacefully in our campsite. Wood can be picked up or delivered right to your site. Land is beautiful and they have some brand new restrooms with showers that made the whole trip so comfortable. One thing I will definitely bring next time is some toilet paper, as that went fast.

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Paul

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Shasta Valley

Adorable camp ground with a fantastic private trail. Good amenities and well kempt grounds. If you're driving up, beware of ground clearance.

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Graysen

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Boone Valley Campground

I loved how isolated the campsite was! We really got to enjoy the stars and the nature around us. Hot showers and bathrooms were available. There is a tiny lil dog that you have to get around to enter the site but he’s very sweet.

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Tarey

August 2025

6 nights at The Honey Hut

This cabin and property is absolutely beautiful 😍. So peaceful and serene and QUIET! Hosts thought of absolutely everything. Early morning canoeing and being right up in the face of nature was so incredible. That upper back porch was everything! Spent so much time there just listening to nature sounds and watching the hummingbirds. Hosts were very kind and attentive when needed. Can't wait to come back!

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Elisabeth

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Shasta Valley

We loved our camping experience here. We were the only campers, so had the communal “kitchen/dining platform”, fire pit with lounging chairs and outhouse to ourselves. What a bonus to have the covered outdoor platform to sit and eat and relax with a book. Nice solar powered lights around the structures. We saw some twilight fireflies, had clear views of the sky and heard lovely evening bird and bug sounds. Wasn’t too far to go to the Red River Gorge scenic drive.

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Connor

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Boone Valley Campground

Very hospitable, lots of areas to camp at, and there’s bathrooms/showers!

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Sarah

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Honey Hut

Being near the water is lovely, especially at twilight. You can see lots of critters, especially birds: herons, hummingbirds, buntings, etc. The amenities were really nice. A pretty luxurious getaway!