Cave Creek
The campground is not being operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 season. Management transferred to BrightSky Campgrounds effective March 1, 2026. The campground is currently showing as closed on Recreation.gov. Contact BrightSky Campgrounds at (270) 938-3715 or rob@brightskycampgrounds.com for current availability and reservations.
Flood Advisory issued May 22 at 9:50PM CDT until May 23 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of central Kentucky, including the following counties, Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin and Meade. * WHEN...Until 100 AM CDT /200 AM EDT/. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 950 PM CDT /1050 PM EDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Elizabethtown, Leitchfield, Radcliff, Vine Grove, Lebanon Junction, Clarkson, Concord, Howe Valley, Vertrees and Eastview. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
Cave Creek Recreation Area will not be operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the 2026 Season. Questions regarding fees, pass eligibility, or campground reservations procedures should be directed to the new managing entity, BrightSky Campgrounds, at 270-938-3715 or rob@brightskycampgrounds.com.
About
Cave Creek Campground occupies a scenic location on Rough River Lake, a 5,100-acre reservoir in the rolling, forested hills of south-central Kentucky. The lake draws over two million visitors annually for camping, fishing, boating, and swimming. Bass, crappie, and catfish are the most sought-after species, with bass tournaments held throughout the year. Pontoon, johnboat, and jet ski rentals are available at nearby marinas. The campground offers 65 sites: 49 electric/water sites with 30/50-amp pedestals and water spigots, plus 16 primitive non-electric sites with access to shared water spigots and comfort stations. On-site amenities include a shower house, dump station, boat ramp, fishing pier, courtesy dock, playground, shelter, disc golf course, basketball court, and mountain bike trails. Nearby attractions include the historic Green Farm with its ancestral home and water-powered mill, Rough River Dam State Resort Park, and Mammoth Cave National Park, about an hour's drive away.
Directions
From Louisville: Take I-65 S toward Nashville for 34 miles. Take Exit 91 onto Western Kentucky Parkway W toward Paducah for 29.6 miles. Take Exit 107 onto KY-259 S for 0.3 miles. Turn right onto S Main Street/KY-259 for 0.9 miles. Take the 3rd exit from the roundabout onto W Main Street/KY-54 for 10.9 miles. Turn right onto Falls of Rough Road/KY-79 for 4.6 miles. Turn right onto Cave Creek Road/KY-736 for 1.8 miles to 1543 Cave Creek Road, Falls of Rough, KY.
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 | No |
| Price | $18 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 125ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 125ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| rob@brightskycampgrounds.com | |
| Phone | +1 (270) 938-3715 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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