Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
The campground is open through November 15, 2026. The pool is closed indefinitely. Burn bans may be in effect. Reservations require 1-day advance notice through Kentucky State Parks; 2-night minimum on Friday/Saturday.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 12:13PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106. * WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
About
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site campground sits on 525 acres in Boone County, Kentucky, just 22 miles southwest of Covington. Known as the 'Birthplace of American Vertebrate Paleontology,' the park preserves the site where mammoth, mastodon, and bison bones were discovered in salt and sulfur springs that attracted prehistoric megafauna. Today's campground offers 62 paved back-in sites with 30-amp electric and water hookups. The campground features a central service building with flush restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. A dump station is located near the campground entrance. Each site includes a fire ring/grill and picnic table, with maximum RV lengths ranging from 36 to 47 feet depending on the site. An on-site camp store provides supplies, and a playground offers family recreation. Beyond camping, visitors can explore the museum and interpretive center, hike the accessible Discovery Trail, fish the 7.5-acre lake, and view the resident bison herd. The park operates seasonally, with reservations available through Kentucky State Parks.
Directions
Located 22 miles southwest of Covington on KY 338, off US 42-127 and I-71/I-75. Address: 3380 Beaver Road, Union, KY 41091.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 47ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 47ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (859) 384-3522 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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