General Burnside State Park
Open through November 15, 2026. Swimming pool closed until further notice. Water availability cannot be guaranteed during freezing months. Reservations accepted 1 day to 12 months in advance.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 11 at 6:28PM EDT until August 11 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
SVRJKL The National Weather Service in Jackson has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Central Laurel County in south central Kentucky... West central Owsley County in southeastern Kentucky... Southwestern Estill County in east central Kentucky... Northeastern Pulaski County in south central Kentucky... Jackson County in southeastern Kentucky... Rockcastle County in south central Kentucky... Northwestern Clay County in southeastern Kentucky... * Until 715 PM EDT. * At 628 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Doe Creek to Climax to near Gum Sulphur, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Boone, Larue, London, Irvine, Mount Vernon, Brodhead, McKee, Ravenna, Livingston, Donaro, Bummer, Robinet, Gum Sulphur, Shop Branch, Fogertown, Tyner, Privett, Horse Lick, Spiro, and Climax.
About
Named for Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, who patrolled the Cumberland River watching for Confederate soldiers, this 400-acre island park sits on Lake Cumberland eight miles south of Somerset. It holds the distinction of being the only island park in Kentucky's state park system. The campground features 101 sites spread across the island. Full-service sites offer electric, water, and sewer hookups while standard electric sites provide electric and water connections. Tent sites are also available. All sites include fire rings, picnic tables, and grills, with bathhouse facilities providing modern restrooms and showers. A dump station, laundry facilities, and fish cleaning station serve campers. Lake Cumberland access includes a five-lane boat ramp and adjacent marina offering boat and jet ski rentals plus slip space. An 18-hole golf course operates on the island. Firewood is available for purchase at the camp store, though out-of-state firewood is prohibited to prevent pest introduction.
Directions
Located 8 miles south of Somerset on US 27. Address: 8801 South Hwy 27, Burnside, KY 42519.
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 | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $25 - $47 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 98ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (606) 561-4104 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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