Seasonal operation. This campground is not open year-round. Likely open now (September).
Dewey Lake Campground Shoreline Sites
USACE US Army Corps of Engineers · Van Lear, KY · Primitive
Conditions
Road Access
Not recorded
Season
Seasonal Closure
Campfires
Campfires Allowed
Boondock Access
Not recorded
The managing agency hasn't published road access for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.
Features
Warning
No Drive In Access
Style
Primitive
Reservable
Campground Stats
| Total Sites | 12 |
| Overnight Sites | 12 |
Location
Description
Overview
The Dewey Lake Campground Shoreline Sites is a primitive campground and the only U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campground at Dewey Lake. The campground is open from April 20th - October 31st. There are two ways to access this campsite, either by boat or walk-in. The views from these shoreline camping sites are like no other and allow you to connect with nature through so many activities. Some of them may include, but are not limited to swimming, fishing, campfire bonding festivities, wildlife viewing, and hiking. While staying at one of these 10 sites you may see various species of birds and waterfowl, some white-tailed deer, and the ocassional river otter. Additionally, in the early fall season this location boasts one of the most breathtaking sceneries of fall foilage that Dewey Lake has to offer. We take pride in taking care of our area that way it retains its beauty for years to come and we advise that all of our visitors to do the same. We hope you enjoy this area as much as we do!
Recreation
Some recreation activities that can be enjoyed at the Dewey Lake Campground Shoreline Sites include swimming, bird watching, fishing, hiking, and reading.
Natural Features
Dewey Lake is surrounded by dense wooded forests, diverse fauna, many rock formations, and various species of plants. All of these natural features add to the beauty that Dewey Lake has to offer.
Nearby Attractions
These Dewey Lake Campground Shoreline Sites are located in close range of the Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, Sugarcamp Mountain Trail System, Dewey Lake Wildlife Management Areas, and Loretta Lynn's Homeplace/ Butcher Hollow.
Charges & Cancellations
No refunds for changes or cancellations after purchase.
Directions
From US 23 turn at the red light toward Highlands Hospital (Route 302) for about one mile, turn right onto Route 3 for about 1.5 miles; after 1st over pass turn right onto 302 Lake Road, take left at bottom of ramp and Dewey Recreation Area Entrance is one mile on right, Project Office is 1.25 miles on right, continue to pass the project office and cross the dam, once arriving at the intake structure you will see a parking lot and this is where you can park while staying at the campground.
Activities
ACCESSIBLE SWIMMING
BIKING
BOATING
CAMPING
CANOEING
FISH VIEWING SITE
FISHING
HIKING
KAYAKING
MOUNTAIN BIKING
OBSERVATION SITE
PHOTOGRAPHY
SWIMMING
Details
| Fee | All payments must be made online through the recreaction.gov website. Overnight Camping Fee : $10 per Night |
| Phone | 606-886-6709 |
| Reservable | Yes |
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