Glamping in Kentucky Lake
Bring bathing suits, water shoes, and fishing poles for a campout beside Tennessee’s largest manmade lake.
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Brand'n Iron Hills
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Dover, TN
40 acres Located in beautiful Dover TN 5 miles from Lake Barkley & the Cumberland River. Conveniently located a few miles from town, far enough that it is quiet, but close enough that it is not a long trip to town.
The property features a variety of thriving wildlife due to our fresh water stream that gently flows through the property year round. The stream is roughly ankle to hip deep depending on the area. The water is crystal clear and safe to play in if you have little ones. Walk along the stream and discover all kinds of fish, turtles, beautiful river stones and possibly see a beaver or 2. If you have Archery equipment, you can use our Archery Range.
The property is split by a 2 lane road. 7 acres to the North and 33 acres to the South. The smaller side is flat with many trails, fresh water stream and a gravel road. It features relatively junior trees and is home to a family of Whitetail Deer. The Southern side of the property features a mature hardwood forest full of giant white oak trees. Be sure to put on your hiking boots though, because there's a few Hills to climb. Three hills that form a beautiful valley in the center, with another fresh waterstream. The valley was once home to a 1700s settlement, so you may find some artifacts. (We just ask that you leave them where you find them.) Main trails are marked clearly with large reflectors for safety. With the near-by wildlife refuge you are sure to see and hear a variety of wildlife.
We have large steel firepits in every campsite. So feel free to bring your own firewood! Enjoy a good book or nap while relaxing in a hammock. Swing with a loved one while over looking the fresh water stream. Walk down along the stream and collect rocks, feed the fish, or go for a dip! Currently our property is very Primative, whichever there is no electricity or plumbing. We do offer clean composting toilets & a locking gate at night for your security.
**Cellular service is limited in some areas. Signal can be found by the road, or cross the road and take the trail up the 1st hill**
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Hill TOP Acres
1 site · Lodging50 acres · Hardin, KY
Learn more about this land:Camping with Style -do you like camping, but getting too old for a tent? Is family growing and you can't fit four people in your tent? Than try something different.
Come and experience camping with "Style".
Nice and modern camper is perfect place to stay while exploring the Land Between the Lakes with many hiking and biking trails, Elk and Bison Prairie, Turkey Bay off road vehicle trails and many more places to visit.
Camper can be book all year round with heat and air conditioning unit. There is a bedroom with queen bed, and separate room with two double beds - bunk beds. A nice size kitchen has a dining table.
Outside of the camper are green chairs you can relax on and a picking table with fire ring.
If you are a golf cart owner, you are welcome to bring it with you and enjoy a ride to Kentucky lake.
What else you can find on the property?
- swimming pool, shower house, fish cleaning house, playground, pound, pavilion with grill, ice, firewood and more...
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The Art Farm Women's Retreat
64 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents34 acres · Paducah, KY
The Art Farm Woman's Retreat is in the "path of totality" for the April 8th total solar eclipse! We are exceptionally situated on the third highest point in McCracken County to view this once in a lifetime celestial phenomenon. Join us for a truly magical experience. Live music, outdoor activities, vendors and fun.
The farm is women owned. This 34 acres of rolling farmland, woods and pasture is surrounded by woodland and farmland on all sides.
Enjoy nature. Watch wildlife. Listen to the birds singing. You will often see deer in the evenings.
Walk or drive to the main residence to enjoy the pool, hot tub and hot outdoor shower. (5 minute walk or 1 minute drive)
We have a few dedicated women's campouts each year, and some art-making workshops, retreats, and quilting weekends, too.
Native land of Chickasaw, Quapaw and Osage nations.
LGBTQ friendly. :)
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Join the Adventure at SkallyWag's
53 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Mc Ewen, TN
Learn more about this land:
A beautiful 5 acre homestead in the quiet country side, with ample space for camping/exploration. The property is surrounded by huge trees and vegetation, and also includes a pond, walking trails, lush garden, fruit tree orchard and beautiful babbling creek. Expect to meet our crew of free range chickens, ducks and Spud Muffin McGhee, the mini pot belly pig.
Structures/Amenities:
Large space behind barn provides shelter with table and 4 chairs, huge couch swing
-two compost toilets
-electric outlets
- basic camp solar showers
-access to well water (suggested to bring large container to collect water)
-one large group size fire ring and two small fire rings on back property (for more private campsites and gathering spaces)
-large open fields with ample group camping space
-walking paths
-opportunities to private camping spaces
Local Attractions:
Loretta Lynn’s Ranch -Tours, Museum, Events, Concerts-20 miles
Kentucky River-swim, kayak, boat- 20 miles
Humphrey's County Museum & Civil War Fort- 10 miles
Walls of Waverly- Cool local art installation- 10 miles
Antique Shopping- McEwen and Waverly
New Johnsonville State Historic Park- 20 miles
Turkey Creek- Lakefront White Sand Beach 20 milesNashville- 65 miles (just over an hour drive)
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The Outpost
5 sites · Lodging1 acre · Grand Rivers, KY
Learn more about this land:The Outpost. A Western Boom town located in Grand Rivers, Ky. The cabins are perfect for you to stay and enjoy downtown or have a small group escape. These studio cabins take you back to the 1800’s, visiting the Saloon, General Store, US Post, Dentist, or Blacksmith rooms. Our cozy 24’x 10’ cabins sleep two. We are conveniently located just a minutes’ walk from all the fun Grand Rivers has to offer and a quick 5-minute drive from the Land Between the Lakes National Park North Welcome Center!
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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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FeatherStone Farm
1 site · Lodging13 acres · Mayfield, KY
After 4 years of living in a large house in the middle of town we decided try tiny living! We sold our house and bought and remodeled a 5th wheel camper and lived in the country with Emily's parents. During this time land down the road came up for sale and we decided this would be our perfect forever home! We realized we loved the tiny life so we renovated one section of the barn as our studio apartment and the rest is either shared with the sheep or used as the location for our barn market! The original tobacco section of the barn is estimated to be around 75-100 years old. Emily and her family have lived on this road for more than 70 years so we have lots of stories about this area! The farm also has what we call "The Tiny Cottage" located here. It's a small shoppe that is filled with hand made and USA made products we keep stocked year round. The trails on the farm were made by Jordan. He carefully mapped out each one to require as little disturbance to the trees as possible and he did it all with a rake and weedeater! We love our home and sharing it with others just makes it more fun living here! We work hard to take care of the land and animals we share it with. If you have any questions always feel free to ask! Otherwise we will do our best to let you have your privacy while you stay here.Learn more about this land:Enjoy a glamping experience on our 13 acre farm. You can wonder the trails etched through the fields and woods. Enjoy the stars from the comfort of the 16ft wide and 10.5 ft tall Star Gazer Lotus Bell Tent decorated in mid century furniture. Have a campfire or watch a movie projected on the inside of the tent. You can also meet our “farmily” that consists of ponies, sheep, chickens and a few other fur babies running around! They are friendly and full of personality! We also have a monthly market in the barn with a select few artisan vendors with a range of handcrafted goods. Come experience this quaint little place that we call FeatherStone Farm.*A few things to note: - We have barn markets and the occasional pop up at our farm. If you want to book your stay around these events feel free to message us. - There is no shower at the campsite. The site has a private porta-potty that is serviced weekly and a hand washing station outside. We provide a wash basin in the tent and water bottles are kept in the mini fridge. - Be prepared to walk to your campsite. In some seasons it may be possible to drive your car to the fenced area of the tent but usually the hay field is too grown up to do that. We provide a lantern at the tent but it's always a good idea to keep a spare handy in case you are coming or going after dark. -The bell tent has access to electric and we keep a mini fridge, snacks, a coffee maker, French press and even a mini waffle maker there for your convenience as well as a cast iron skillet and grill to go over the campfire for outdoor cooking. - While the fence is for your privacy please remember this site is at our home. Dogs running around, sheep grazing, and occasionally chickens free ranging should be expected. -We do have poison ivy on the property so be aware when going on the trails or if you decide to go off the paths in the field or woods.The tent has two heating options: electric space heater and Mr. Buddy propane heater. Mr. Buddy Propane heater MUST be turned OFF when sleeping as well as the propane tank its self. NEVER run the propane heater when sleeping. The heater does have safety features and there is a carbon monoxide detector and proper ventilation, but you can never be too cautious with gas heaters. Thank you!
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Twilight Farm
1 site · Lodging150 acres · Mc Kenzie, TN
The studio apartment is located in a quiet and private setting, providing guests with the opportunity to relax and unwind in the peaceful countryside. It is situated next to an approximately 200-acre private lake, offering guests the chance to engage in world-class bass fishing. Whether you're an avid angler or just looking to try something new, the lake provides a unique and exciting experience for all levels of fishing enthusiasts.
In addition to fishing, the farm is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including bald eagles, deer, turkey, bobcats, waterfowl, and flora. Guests can hike around the farm and enjoy the beautiful scenery, as well as the opportunity to observe and appreciate the local flora and fauna.
The farm is located in rural West Tennessee, providing a unique opportunity for guests to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of the area. It is a perfect destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the countryside.
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Poplar Springs LLC
1 site · Lodging70 acres · Waverly, TN
Come and experience the beauty of Poplar Springs in Waverly, TN! Our tree farm covers almost 70 acres of land with lots of trees and trails to explore. You'll see plenty of animals, find wild blackberries and mushrooms, and enjoy a clear creek. In the fall, pick your own pumpkin at our small patch, and in the spring, walk through our flower field. Hang out with friends at our community area with a big fire pit and a deck for parties. Poplar Springs is the perfect place to relax and have fun in nature!
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Somerset Getaways
1 site · Lodging40 acres · Huntingdon, TN
This is our family home, nestled in a quiet corner of Carroll County, Tennessee. We are surrounded by miles of country roads that are off the beaten path and perfect for running and cycling. There is a 25 yard, two lane indoor pool on the property, and wooded trails behind the house. Just 16 miles down the road is a 1,000 acre lake.
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Glamping in Kentucky Lake guide
Overview
A favorite of sport fishermen in search of crappie and bass, the 160,300-acre Kentucky Lake is also a fun choice for campers wanting to hit the water on water skis, jet skis, and pleasure boats. The completion of the Kentucky Dam along the north-flowing Tennessee River created the massive lake, which stretches from western Kentucky south into Tennessee and features 2,300 miles of shoreline. The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, which has four developed campgrounds, sprawls across the forested peninsula that separates Kentucky Lake from Lake Barkley to the east. Kentucky Lake is 90 miles northwest of Nashville.
Where to go
Paris
Bonjour, ya’ll. Home to a 70-foot high replica of the Eiffel Tower and site of the world’s biggest fish fry, Paris is a welcoming small town base for exploring the western side of Kentucky Lake. Indie shops and restaurants dot the historic downtown. Campgrounds line US 49, which ribbons between Paris and Kentucky Lake.
Paris Lake State Park
Tents and RVs are welcome for overnight stays at the campground at Paris Landing State Park, which overlooks the widest section of the lake. Six cabins are also available. Fishing, boating, and waterskiing are popular park activities.
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Areas
Comprising more than 170,0000 acres of forest, wetlands, and open space between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, this accurately named peninsula is an outdoor-adventure powerhouse. Hikers can hit the 500-mile network of hiking trails while paddlers can explore 300 miles of shoreline on the nearby water trails. There are 1,400 campsites on the 40-mile long peninsula, and they are scattered across developed, self-service, and basic camping areas. Backcountry camping is also allowed with a permit.
Lake Barkley & Around
A half-dozen or so private campgrounds border the eastern shore of Lake Barkley, a man-made lake east of Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. There are 79 tent and RV sites at Lake Barkley State Resort Park in Cadiz, Kentucky. Birding, boating, and bass and crappie fishing are top park activities.
Nashville
Nashville is a twangy springboard for campers heading to Kentucky Lake. Spend a day or two exploring the Country Music Hall of Fame, soaking up the acoustically perfect sounds at Ryman Auditorium, and two-stepping at the Broadway honky tonks. Campsites and camping cabins are scattered across forests, farms, and creeksides outside the city. It takes about two hours to drive to the lake, depending on traffic and your destination.
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