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.
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 11:33AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
The combination of temperatures in the upper 80s to around 90 and high humidity will result in the heat index reaching 95 to 100 degrees this afternoon. If planning to be outdoors for extended periods today, drink plenty of water, wear light and loose clothing, and take frequent breaks.
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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