Buckhorn Campground
Buckhorn Lake
Buckhorn Campground on Buckhorn Lake, provides the perfect outdoor escape in eastern Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau.
The campground is packed with activities to entertain all ages, including monthly interpretive programs offered during summer months and convenient access for boating and fishing on Buckhorn Lake.
Buckhorn is packed with amenities to make your stay comfortable. A basketball court, playground and horseshoe pits will entertain visitors on-shore, while a swimming area and boat ramp, cater to visitors eager to explore the lake.
Additional amenities include free wireless internet, electric hookups, laundry facilities, hot showers, vending machines, a dump station and flush toilets.
Need to Know
- No alcohol allowed
- Off-road vehicles are permitted; restrictions apply
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Natural Features
Buckhorn campground sits near the dam on Buckhorn Lake, surrounded by the beauty of the scenic Appalachian Mountain Range.
The rugged plateau landscape is deeply traversed by a series of narrow, winding valleys separated by steep watersheds with branching streams.
Fed by the waters of the Kentucky River, Buckhorn Lake extends for 1,230 surface-acres, providing plenty of water recreation opportunities.
Buckhorn Campground was also recently recongnized as the location for the largest River Birch Tree in the country by The National Register of Big Trees, the tree measures 205 inches around, 117 feet high and an 85 foot crown on top, making this tree surely a sight to see.
Nearby Attractions
The park is just minutes from attractions like Carr Creek Lake and the Buckhorn Log Church. Rent a pontoon from Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, explore the Red River Gorge Geological Area or hike through the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Recreation
Buckhorn Lake welcomes fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, swimming, hunting and just plain relaxing. The campground provides access to a nature trail and fishing areas as well.
Contact Information
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804 BUCKHORN DAM RD BUCKHORN KY 41721-8808
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 606-398-7220
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Traveling north from Lexington, take I-64 to the Mountain Parkway. Exit at Slade,
take KY 11 South through Beattyville. Continue on Highway 11 to Booneville, continuing past the courthouse to KY 28 West. Follow KY 28 about 23 miles to Buckhorn.
Traveling east From Hazard, take KY 15 North 9 miles to 28 W (left turn) through Chavies. Follow Highway 28 West straight and go 15 miles to Buckhorn.
Available Campsites
- Site C04, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C03, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C07, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C25, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site Shelter Chestnut, Loop Buckhorn Campground, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site C13, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site P2, Loop WALK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site C08, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C12, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C02, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site Shelter Birch, Loop Buckhorn Campground, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
- Site C10, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C18, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C31, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C29, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site P1, Loop WALK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site C27, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C11, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site B01, Loop PBIB, Type Boat IN
- Site C06, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C30, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C05, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site B15, Loop PBIB, Type Boat IN
- Site C16, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C28, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site Shelter Red Bud, Loop Buckhorn Campground, Type Group Standard Electric
- Site C09, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C21, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C15, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site P3, Loop WALK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site P4, Loop WALK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site C24, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C19/20, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C22/23, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C17, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C26, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
- Site C14, Loop BUCK, Type Standard Electric
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