Alum Ford Campground

About

Alum Ford Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience in the Kentucky section of Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. The campground consists of six individual sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. A vault toilet and bear-proof garbage cans serve the area. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground is adjacent to the Alum Ford Boat Launch, which provides access for motorized and non-motorized watercraft to this remote section of the Big South Fork River where it becomes Lake Cumberland. The Sheltowee Trace National Recreational Trail, a 260-mile backcountry route through Daniel Boone National Forest and multiple state parks, passes directly through the campground. Nearby attractions include the Big South Fork Scenic Railway in Stearns (about 9 miles away) and the historic Blue Heron Mine outdoor museum. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Daniel Boone National Forest offer additional recreation opportunities in the area.

Directions

From I-75, take Exit 11 onto Highway 92 at Williamsburg. Drive approximately 7 miles to the intersection of Highway 700 and US 27. Turn left onto Highway 700 and continue approximately 5.5 miles to the campground at the end of the road.