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CampgroundDay Use
Eureka Campground sits on Lake Barkley among wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Fishing is a well-loved sport here; Kentucky's largest yellow bass was caught in these waters, and anglers flock with hopes of breaking the record.
Facilities
The campground offers 26 sites with water and electric hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, playground, boat ramp and swimming area. A picnic shelter is available for groups up to 100 guests. Electric hookups are available.
Natural Features
Lake Barkley, the western-most lake on the Cumberland River is connected by a canal to Kentucky Lake, forming one of the nation's greatest freshwater recreation complexes.
Between the two lakes is Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, featuring miles of hiking trails and opportunities for off-road vehicle riding.
Recreation
Hikers and bikers are fans of the 2.5 mile Chestnut Oaks Trail that starts here. Other activities include boating, fishing and swimming.
Recreation Sites
- Rv Electric
- Standard Electric
- Group Shelter Electric
- Overnight
- Day
Activities
- Swimming Site
- Water Sports
- Fishing
- Camping
- Boating
- Biking
Amenities
- Basketball Courts
- Boat Ramp
- Day Use Area
- Dump Station
- Flush Toilets
- Paved Roads
- Playgroiund
- Showers
- Swimming
- Washer & Dryer
- Grills/Fire Ring
- Picnic Table
- Water Hookup
- Electricity Hookup
- Tent Pad
- Lantern Posts
- Water Spigot
Nearby Attractions
Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won their first battle of the Civil War. Another great destination in the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, with more than 170,000 acres of public land to explore.
Getting Here
Latitude
37° 1' 30.5000" NLongitude
88° 11' 38.4400" WPhysical Address: Eureka Campground, 1802 St. Rt. 1271, Kuttawa, KY 42055 From Nashville, Tennessee take I-24 West to Exit 40. Turn left onto Highway 62 West for 2.9 miles then turn left onto Highway 810. Go 0.7 miles then turn right onto State Route 1271. Continue onto 1271 for 1.8 miles. The road leads directly into the campground.
Need to Know
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District firewood policy is now in effect and seeks the public’s cooperation to prevent the spread of forest insects and disease at campgrounds in the Cumberland River Basin. The firewood policy requires visitors at Lake Barkley’s campgrounds to use only firewood that has been certified as heat-treated by U.S. Department of Agriculture or state natural resource agency.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Lake Managers office
BOX 218
GRAND RIVERS, KY 42045-0218
Physical Address
Eureka Campground
1802 St. Rt. 1271
Kuttawa, KY 42055
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 270-388-9459
