200 acres hosted by Jessica H.
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94% Recommend693 ratings · 341 reviews
The campsite by the Rockcastle River offers a mix of experiences. Many guests appreciate the friendly atmosphere, clean facilities, and the scenic river views, making it a pleasant spot for both RV and tent campers. However, some visitors have had issues with reservation mix-ups and the festival crowd, which may not suit everyone looking for a quieter escape. Despite these challenges, the location remains a popular choice for those seeking a laid-back camping experience.
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Didn’t get the spot I paid for. The weather wasn’t their fault but you can fish in wet weather if you can get to the water. Minus the spot that I reserved online, the entire river bank was completely overgrown. When we discussed this, they said that the people who had that spot had been there for a month and a half. I’m sure that it could’ve been made unavailable. They were accommodating as far as getting a different one, but that’s not the point I didn’t wanna be there if it wasn’t at that site.
The bathroom was okay but not comfortable leaving my boy alone up there bc of the smell.
I did not feel comfortable with my son at the site because someone tampered with our camp site while we were gone more than once. I’ve been in the woods all my life, and I know the difference. You can’t always prove it, but I know.
I’ve messaged several times with 0 response….before and after the trip.
It could be a cool spot but I will never be back out there. It’s a family thing to me, not a place to party.
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Travis A.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
RV Site 1
Nice campground. Friendly people. The river is nice.
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Dennis D.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
14 ft toy hauler · With pets ·
Rockcastle Riverside Primitive Camp
Private and quiet. We just stayed overnight and it met our needs. Would stay there again
Tyler W.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Festival venue
19 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
Rockcastle Riverside Primitive Camp
There wasn’t any specific issues. The owners were very nice and accommodating. I think I just didn’t realize what kind of venue it was when I booked it. Lucky for us they didn’t have any festivals booked that weekend but it’s not somewhere I would book again knowing that’s the type of crowd they typically serve.
Nicole O.
10 reviews
Beautiful area of KY by the Rockcastle River, friendly hosts & laid back atmosphere made for an amazing weekend 😀
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Penelope B.
4 months on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· May 2025
30 ft Class C · With pets ·
RV Site 5
The site was clean, tidy and peaceful despite the large numbers of off road vehicles, in fairness they were only noisy leaving in the morning and returning in the evening. We thought we would be able to hike in the woods surrounding the camp but there were no paths and an incredibly muddy riverside, there were also no trash bins in evidence.
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Maggie C.
3 months on Hipcamp
Friendly people, level site, cut firewood for everyone (downed trees from storms this past winter). Power and water hookups worked as expected. All sites are out in the open so it will be warm during the summer, but it is only 50 yards to the river.
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Doc L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
17 ft travel trailer · Group trip ·
RV Site 19
Great place for RV camping that doesn’t feel like a state park or huge facility. Lots of good tent, camping spots away from the RVs too. We had a great weekend.
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David W.
5 reviews
Well it was bad timing for us since the grounds were recently flooded. We decided to cut our losses and left since it didn't seem to have WIFI or tv reception or cell service. The drive in was not nice either but nothing we couldn't handle but we thought if we left early I wasn't comfortable driving the roads in the dark with our motorhome. My wife found the Hipcamp site which is probably not geared for our style of camping.
Vic C.
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Tbird V.
2 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· May 2025
I booked a primitive campsite but there was a private graduation party going on and I was unable to stay there and had to stay in an RV site. Besides that it was a nice area and hosts were nice
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Reese M.
2 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· April 2025
14 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
RV Site 1
More signage, it was confusing where the restroom was etc. need picnic tables. Questions were not answered on app
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Edward G.
2 reviews
Quiet and peaceful sitting next to the river in our tent. We enjoyed a warm fire while relaxing. Price was fair and owner was friendly. We recently stayed at another camp not far away and there were SxS and 4 wheelers riding around all night making in hard to sleep. At Rockcastle we had no issues and were able to relax!
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Chad F.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
36 ft fifth wheel ·
RV Site 19
Nice campground area. Didn’t meet host but responded to messages. Only stayed for a quick stop. Would recommend
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Wendy S.
5 reviews
I love this place! We come every year for Moonshiner's Ball, and couldn't ask for a better experience. You can go primitive with either tent or RV, or use the RV hookups. The staff is friendly and helpful, there is a well-stocked general store for things you might have forgotten, and the facilities are clean. It's a great venue for getting back to nature, just of I-75.
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Tracy B.
11 months on Hipcamp
This was the perfect spot for all campers-we had some with a camper, some tent camping and truck camping! The river was beautiful and everything was well maintained. The trails nearby were good for all level of hikers and absolutely gorgeous! We met several lovely kind people as well in our adventure. Definitely planning on coming back.
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Allecia H.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent ·
RV Site 19
Site 19 was at the end of the land next to a small river. The bathroom was clean and they had a small camp store. Easy to find.
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Pam B.
11 months on Hipcamp
Loved the tent camping on this land . Was not to hard to find and the host was able to show me where the bathrooms were located . Loved the view of the river and my dogs had a great time exploring with me!
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Ian H.
10 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
30 ft travel trailer · Group trip ·
RV Site 2
I had my reservation for at least a week or more but when I got there someone was already in my paid site number 2 so I had to take a different site. It wasn’t that bad just didn’t like how reserving really wasn’t necessary I felt like. Campground was very clean and the campsites were huge!
Glynda C.
11 months on Hipcamp
Wonderful stay! We came in very late at night and were still able to set up camp and get fire wood. The man working the main building was very kind and his dog was the sweetest!
Natia O.
9 reviews
10/10 recommend! Hosts were very friendly and welcoming! Beautiful place to stay! Would recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in the area and we will be back here multiple times a year!
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Clayton B.
11 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful property, lots of places to roam, chill by the river, make new friends or enjoy peaceful secluded oasis all to yourself! This campground has everything you need. My favorite part was watching my pups have the time of their life playing in the river and meeting other adorable fur babies. My dogs are not used to being on leashes as they are well behaved, so when we have to keep them leashed at all times at other campgrounds it takes the fun out for us all. Jess was very responsive when needed and accommodating. We look forward to our next adventure at Rockcastle Riverside! Thank you, Jess and John, for a wonderful weekend!
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Alisha J.
1 year on Hipcamp
Directions were clear
Great spot on the river
With water and electric hook up
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Beth R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
21 ft pop-up camper ·
Rockcastle Riverside Primitive Camp
We got this place as we were passing through. We will definitely come back for their festivals. Great time!
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Ryan M.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
24 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
RV Site 5
We liked that it was small and aware from any busy towns. My girls loved playing in the river. We stayed in an electric and water site. There isn’t any shade over there. If you want shade/trees, you will want a primitive site.
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Kelly C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
36 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
RV Site 1
The overall experience was quite nice. Campgrounds was very clean and well maintained. Sites were large and almost perfectly level. What set the tone for the stay was the map option on Hipcamp stopped us about 1½ mile before the actual location. The road leading to the camp ground is narrow, rough, and not well maintained at all. If you have a larger rig, might not be the spot for you. I have a 36' travel trailer that I tow with a long bed ¾ton, several spots I was uncomfortable with.
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Mike B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
26 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
RV Site 19
Great place to stay with kids and pets. We will return.
Lynn B.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
16 ft car ·
Rockcastle Riverside Primitive Camp
Very peaceful on a Thursday evening! Felt safe as a solo female camper and slept great.
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Melissa M.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
16 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
RV Site 1
Dog roaming and more than I’ve been paying for sites like this. About 15 minutes from the highway.
I was just looking for a place to stay as I was passing through. If your looking for a place to go for a weekend, I wouldn’t be able to advise.
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Chrid C.
2 reviews
So for starters
I bought a camper and decided to finally take it out for the 1st time after 6months of having it
I was extremely nervous to pull it let alone camp in it but I went for it anyway
I stumbled upon them GEM of a location by researching some fishing spots for catfish and after a few days between a few different places I settled on this location
I booked for two nights just as a weekend get away
I got there super late the first night of Friday and around 10:30 at night I received a call front the host asking if I was okay and if I was still on the way and if I was possibly having trouble which made me extremely comfortable off of the bat
As for the camp site itself many things to get lost doing I was all over the place
We went to the beach area to swim in Rockcastle river for a while and it’s was extremely clean water for what I’ve seen around the area was also very well maintained
They have a few dogs that are super friendly and very curious little boogers but nothing to be cautious of
The second day I went fishing and didn’t have any luck with catfish but I did catch a 3 ft alligator gar kinda cool
Behind the odd number lots we decided we wanted to have some fun and we went to town with a machete cut a large area out and added a rope swing to the deep section of the river and we had an absolute BLAST!
Jessica is an extremely good host as for everyone else there too
I will Always remember this first camper trip
I Cannot wait to go back with the entire fam
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Zachery W.
2 reviews
We picked an RV site because we have a massive tent but they let us go over the hill where it was more secluded. They were super nice and helpful. It’s a little bit of a party place which is fine for some but not our cup of tea. But all in all it was a great weekend getaway and have already recommended it to a few. Great place to kayak not so much for catfishing just wasn’t deep enough for our crew lol Our only complaint was no picnic tables they were very sparse and a little hard on your back if you don’t have one. We had a great time and the fireworks were an added delight. Thanks for being great host.
Melissa M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Livingston, Rockcastle, Kentucky, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Jessica H.
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