Overview Kendall Campground is located at 80 Kendall Road, south of Jamestown, Kentucky, just below Wolf Creek Dam, which forms beautiful Lake Cumberland. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. Recreation Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and…
Overview Kendall Campground is located at 80 Kendall Road, south of Jamestown, Kentucky, just below Wolf Creek Dam, which forms beautiful Lake Cumberland. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. Recreation Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities. Kendall Campground offers visitors convenient access to a cold water trout stream, making it a popular fishing destination. The stream is well-stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Whispering Pines Trail, located within the campground, is a non-strenuous trail approximately half a mile long.Facilities The campground is a multi-use recreation area, consisting of 70 acres and 116 reservable campsites, all of which have water and electric hookups. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring/grill and lantern post. A group day-use picnic shelter with water and electric hookups is available as well.A boat ramp, fish cleaning station, basketball court, horseshoe pit, hiking trail and playgrounds are located within the park. Natural Features The campground overlooks the river, offering sweeping scenic views. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. Nearby Attractions Wolf Creek Dam National Fish Hatchery is within walking distance of the campground. It is open year-round and offers free tours to the public and an excellent Environmental Education Center. Click here for more information. Lake Cumberland State Park is just 6.5 miles from the campground. This beautiful park offers fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mini golf, disc golf and boat rentals. Birders enjoy the park for its exceptional viewing prospects of raptors, songbirds and waterfowl
Photos
Taken in a boat on Lake Cumberland — Daulton/Corps of EngineersKendall Recreation Area playground — Daulton/ Corps of EngineersA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensThe beauty of Lake Cumberland — Daulton/ Corps of EngineersA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensBald Eagle at Lake Cumberland — Matthews/ Corps of EngineersA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Picnic Table — Theresa PickensA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa PickensA photo of facility KENDALL CAMPGROUND with Shade — Theresa Pickens
How to Get There
From Jamestown, Kentucky, take US Highway 127 south for 10 miles and turn right just before crossing the dam. Campground is on Kendall Road.
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Plan Your Visit to KENDALL CAMPGROUND
Heading to KENDALL CAMPGROUND? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for KENDALL CAMPGROUND?
No central reservation system listed for KENDALL CAMPGROUND. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232615) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to KENDALL CAMPGROUND?
From Jamestown, Kentucky, take US Highway 127 south for 10 miles and turn right just before crossing the dam. Campground is on Kendall Road.
