Campground Details - HOLMES BEND, KY - ReserveAmerica

Overview

Situated along Kentucky's Highland Rim, Holmes Bend Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake.

Natural Features:

Green River Lake area encompasses a total of some 32,000 acres in the central portion of Kentucky, creating countless recreational activities for visitors on the water and on land.

Recreation:

With 8,000 surface acres of water, the lake is an ideal place for boating. With ten boat ramps located around the shoreline, guests have plenty of room for fishing, jet skiing, wake boarding and more. Three full-service marinas are also located around the lake.

Fishing is a popular activity at Green River Lake: Walleye, crappie, white bass, channel catfish, muskie and bluegill are all found in abundance.

Hunters enjoy the surrounding land, with various habitats supporting deer, turkey, rabbit, quail, squirrel, dove and waterfowl.

There are also miles of trails that wind around the lake and along the shore, affording some of the most scenic views in the region.

Facilities:

Holmes Bend Campground offers 124 campsites, about 100 of which have electric hookups. Amenities like flush toilets, drinking water and showers provide a comfortable camping experience, and a playground, interpretive trail and swimming beach offer additional recreation opportunities.

Nearby Attractions:

Several historical attractions and National Parks are located within an hour of Green River Lake, including the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln and Mammoth Cave National Park.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Amphitheater Drinking Water Dump Station Electric Hookups Entrance Station Fire Rings	Flush Toilets Hunting Interpretive Trail Playground Showers Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
Beach Access Boat Ramp Boating Fishing	Laundry Marina Picnic Shelter Swimming

Know Before You Go

Off-road vehicles not permitted
Fees will be collected for day-use and visitors of campers

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
37.21389, -85.26667
37°12'50"N, 85°16'0"W

From Columbia, KY, take Cumberland Parkway to exit 49 and merge onto Highway 55 north. Continue for 1.5 miles, then turn right on Highway 551. After a mile turn left on Holmes Bend Road and follow directional signs to the campground.