Reviews

Kate Jolly

This was my first time at Land Between the Lakes, I went solo camping with my dog. The campground overall is quite clean and the employees are friendly, but it was busy! This campground is certainly more appealing to families looking for a summer adventure versus solo campers looking for peace in nature. The campground also seems to offer season-long rental spaces, and there were lots of golf carts, so keep that in mind! Nonetheless, my visit was nice-- I had an entire family of redheaded woodpeckers living in the trees above my site that were entertaining to watch, and I saw deer everyday. I heard coyotes calling at night, and I even had a skunk visit my site on the last night of my stay-- it walked within 20 feet of my site without caring!! My site was a two-minute walk up a steep hill for the bath house and water pump, and a five minute walk to the shower house. The showers were pretty clean, though I recommend shower shoes, and they were individual rooms rather than stalls. Dumpsters were a five-minute walk away. I was at Site 17 of Area B-2. The sites are gravel rather than sand, so I recommend extra padding if you want to be inside your tent without having shoes on. The site was lakeside but, according to a local I met, the lake water levels gets lowered after Labor day weekend, so my cove was half-drained. Nonetheless, the view was still rather nice after I adjusted to it, and I saw egrets and other waterfowl every day. The bugs at the campground are bad though-- so bad that they could bite through long-layers and repellant! I even got a tick without leaving the campground at all that day....keep that in mind if you visit LBL, in general. The sites in my section were moderately-spaced apart- it would've been a little crowded if every site had been reserved. If visiting the area, I recommend visiting the Elk & Bison prairie, too.

Trace

Been coming here for around 8 years. The staff will always help you find the best spot for you. They have great energy and for the kids they have basketball courts and you can rent a golf cart and have a blast. Fishing is pretty good, caught some nice catfish and plenty of bluegill. The lots aren't huge but enough for a big family tent and the fire pit that's already there for you and space around. They have boat ramps and swimming areas. My favorite is a spot on the water my kids can swim in and in the morning walk up to the store for slurpees and a snack. They have good fish cleaning areas and good spots for campers with all necessities or just basic for a tent sights with low prices. Bathrooms and showers close to all spots. I come here multiple times every year and it is close to alot of different Fishing and hunting sights in lbl for you to explore.

Shawn Johnson

Our recent stay at the campground was overall an excellent experience, thanks in large part to the staff and the pride they show in serving guests. Pros: We greatly appreciated how the campground acknowledged military families with praise and genuine appreciation. This meant a lot to us. The staff went above and beyond by providing America The Beautiful membership cards, which was an unexpected and generous touch. The grounds were very clean and well maintained, showing clear care and attention to detail. Staff members were consistently helpful, friendly, and accommodating throughout our stay. The personal delivery of our reimbursement receipt was a thoughtful gesture that added to the sense of professionalism and care. Cons: The only area for improvement we noticed was the firewood pricing. It seemed a bit overpriced compared to typical campground rates. Offering more reasonable pricing—or bundled deals for multiple nights—would make it easier for guests to enjoy campfires without hesitation. Overall: This campground truly delivers a welcoming, respectful, and well-managed experience. With just a small adjustment to firewood pricing, the experience would be close to perfect. We look forward to returning and will gladly recommend it to others.

Jedd Pearl

This is a great campground with beautiful sites available close to the lake. The sites are far enough apart that it doesn’t seem like you are right on top of one another. The restrooms and showers are clean and all of the staff that we’ve encountered are pleasant and helpful. This is our second visit and it’s definitely worth the 5 hour trip for us. We will be back.

Fred Henning (Night Brightly)

Pretty decent spot for camping on the Kentucky lake. We decided to go primitive and use tents. My five year old absolutely loved it. The only thing we didn't like was the rocks that the lots were set up with would have preferred sand mounds to setup the tents on, be aware that walking around inside your shelter will require the use of foot protection.

Kathren Ayers (Kat)

Stayed at the campground. Beautiful views. Great fishing from what I could see and heard from fishermen

Clayton Crum

Great campground with nice sites. The little camp store was clean and well stocked.

Matthew Ellegood

This is a really good campground. It for the most part are not full hook up but does have a section that is full hook up. It is located on Kentucky Lake and in Land Between the Lakes. They have some small one room cabins that can be rented but do not allow pets in cabins. You are allowed pets in the campground but must be on leash at all times. If you bring a boat they do have two boat ramps to allow access to Kentucky Lake.

Vicki Runyan

Stopped here for water on my way from Birmingham Ferry CG at Land Between the Lakes. Looks to be a great price for showers & camp store. Len, a volunteer who gave me the info. is awesome! Maybe just a bit too packed for my preferences. Senior pass is half off.

Jeff Bennett

I recently camped at Hillman Ferry Campground with some friends, and it was an incredible experience. Despite the sweltering heat, we had a fantastic time. The primitive campsite we chose was perfect for our group, providing an authentic camping experience. The campground is impeccably maintained, with the staff clearly taking pride in keeping it clean and welcoming. We were especially impressed with the amenities throughout the park, which added extra comfort and convenience to our stay. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in nature or enjoy the park’s amenities, Hillman Ferry Campground is an excellent destination. Looking forward to returning for another adventure when the temps are cooler. Check out the video I put together of our experience: Why Hillman Ferry Campground is a Must-Visit Destination https://youtu.be/vBphpl__fog

Denise Wolff

Must have been spectacular in its day. Now its just old and tired. Roads falling apart, bathrooms clean and well maintained. Paved bike path so bumpy and covered with debris it's not usable.

Crystal Berry

Love this campground. Stayed a total of 4 months last year. Excited for it to open March 1st this year. Going back in a few weeks for another 4-5 month stay.

Donna

This campground was awesome! So peaceful. We tent camped and we were right across from the bath house. A little noise in the mornings but we were ok with that. Bath House was a bit outdated but they kept it clean. Did not like having to leave the shower area to go into the bathroom area to dry our hair.

Christy McNeely

Beautiful clean campground. Very affordable

Gas Station Sushi

Pretty big place lol. It's fairly quiet here (primitive camping at lot A-78). Found a lovely location right on the water. Lots of rocks and gravel in this area though so if grounding is your thing you better pack your Kentucky rough feet. Fair amount of boat traffic, depending on your camp location. As with most camp grounds in the area the people are quite friendly and are more than willing to share in a good conversation. I've seen park rangers on regular patrol here, simply walking the area. Tent camping for 3 days in this location and I'm not let down one bit.