Twin Knobs Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · MOREHEAD, KY · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 70 ft

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Full Hookups 50 amp
Access Paved Access
Style Potable Water Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites208
Sites Accepting RVs205
Tent-Only Sites1
Group Sites3
Overnight Sites207
Max RV Length70 ft
Max Amps50
Full Hookup Sites2
Electric Hookup Sites115
Back-In Sites205
SurfacePaved

Location

38.0947222, -83.5169444 · 5195 KY HWY 801 SOUTH , MOREHEAD , KY 40351

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Description

Overview

Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 sites spread out over 10 loops under a dense forest of mixed conifer and deciduous trees.

The recreation area includes two reservable group picnic areas. Group camping is also available.

Recreation

Summer amphitheater programs and scheduled campground activities provide family fun and entertainment. The campground also has volleyball courts, basketball hoops and horseshoe pits.

There is a boat ramp and beach. Popular lake activities include fishing, swimming, motor boating, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing.

Scenic foot trails include the 2.5-mile Twin Knobs Shoreline Trail and the 1.5-mile Knob Overlook Trail.

Facilities

There is a variety of different camp sites that include paved spurs that can accommodate any size RV, picnic tables, fire rings and grills. Some sites have electric hookups.

Facilities include bathhouses with showers, drinking water and flush toilets. The bathhouses and some picnic areas are accessible.

Natural Features

The Daniel Boone National Forest embraces some of the most rugged terrain west of the Appalachian Mountains. The forest lies within the Cumberland Plateau, where steep forested slopes, sandstone cliffs and narrow ravines characterize the land in this region.

Cave Run Lake is in the Cumberland District in the northernmost part of the forest. The lake is surrounded by the rolling hills of northeastern Kentucky.

Nearby Attractions

The Morehead Office Visitor Center offers information about the Daniel Boone National Forest in addition to interpretive exhibits. A popular attraction within the Daniel Boone National Forest is the Red River Gorge Geological Area, which features more than 100 natural sandstone arches.

Directions

Coming from Lexington, Kentucky, on I-64, take exit 133. Turn right at the top of the exit ramp to proceed south on KY-801. Proceed 8.4 miles on 801. The campground entrance is on the right.

Activities

BIKING BOATING CAMPING DAY USE AREA FISHING HIKING INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS SWIMMING SITE WATER SPORTS WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

FeePasses; and Golden Age and Golden Access Passports. This discount does not apply to Double Sites, Group Sites or additional fees for electricity.
Phone606-780-7818
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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