Site Turnhole Bend, Loop Turnhole Bend
Mammoth Cave National Park | Mammoth Cave Backcountry Camping
Type: HIKE TO
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Site Details
- Capacity/Size Rating: Single
- Check-Out: 11:00 AM
- Location Rating: Good
- Shade: Yes
- Site Access: Hike In
- Check-In: 12:00 PM
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Max Num of People: 8
- Min Num of People: 1
- Site Rating: Basic
- Campfire Allowed: Yes
- Condition Rating: Good
- Water Hookup: No
Permitted Equipment
- Small Tent
Driveway Details
- Is Equipment Mandatory: No
Need to Know
Directions:
From the Maple Spring Trailhead go 1.1 mile on buffalo Creek Trail, 1.8 miles on Turnhole Bend Trail. 2.9 miles
Directions:
From the Maple Spring Trailhead go 3.8 miles on Sal Hollow Trail, 1.2 miles on Turnhole Bend Trail. 5.0 miles
- Be prepared: Take a first aid kit, flashlight, matches, water and appropriate clothing.
- Leave no trace, fires are permitted in designated campsites only. Carry all trash out of the backcountry and properly dispose of it. "Pack it in: Pack it out." Never bury trash.
- Water Source & Treatment: The park recommends carrying one gallon of water per person per day. There are few reliable water sources in the Backcountry. Many streams only flow during wet seasons or after a rain. Treat all water obtained in the backcountry before drinking, either boil it for at least one minute or use a high-quality water filter.
- There are two venomous species of snakes in the park, western diamond back rattlesnake and the copperhead. Use caution on trails and at night. Killing snakes is prohibited.
- Call 911 to report all accidents or emergencies.
