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Camping for hunting in Kentucky

9 camps in Kentucky that list hunting or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In June expect highs near 84°F and lows near 60°F.

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9camps for hunting
1free or dispersed
6reservable
Apr–Jun & Sep–Octbest months

Best areas for hunting

  1. Around Morehead3 camps for hunting within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in Kentucky are good for hunting?

9 camps that list hunting or mention it in their description; 1 of them are free.

When is the best time to go?

The best camping months are Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In June expect highs near 84°F and lows near 60°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 100% also offer fishing, 100% also offer boating & paddling, 78% also offer hiking.

See them on the map

Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.

Open hunting in Kentucky

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • Cumberland DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    As the northernmost district of the Daniel Boone National Forest, the [Cumberland Ranger District](http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/dbnf/?cid=STELPRDB5296143) includes the scenic [Cave Run…

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  • Cave Run Dam TailwaterFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    The Tailwater Recreation Area is located below Cave Run Lake Dam. Located within the scenic Eastern Highlands Region of Kentucky and is almost completely surrounded by the norther-most…

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  • Dewey Lake ShelterFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Dewey Lake Shelters offer a day-use area on the shores of Dewey Lake in eastern Kentucky. Located just west of the Appalachian Mountains, the lake shore offers a peaceful, forested setting…

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  • Buckhorn CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Buckhorn Campground on Buckhorn Lake, provides the perfect outdoor escape in eastern Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau.

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  • Littcarr CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Littcarr Campground is located on the shores of Carr Creek Lake in southeastern Kentucky's mountainous region. The area provides an excellent atmosphere for camping, fishing, boating and…

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  • Red River Gorge Geological AreaDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal

    The Red River Gorge is a unique, scenic natural area that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Spectacular rock features, including sandstone arches and towering cliffs, are just part…

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  • Fishing Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Fishing Creek Campground is located at 1598 E. Highway 1248 just west of Somerset, Kentucky. Fishing Creek is part of beautiful Lake Cumberland, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and…

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  • London Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The London Ranger District provides some of Kentucky's best outdoor recreation opportunities. Laurel River Lake is among favorite attractions.

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Nearby states for hunting

Kentucky has only a few camps for hunting; these neighbors have more.