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Grove Boat-in Campground

Open

Open for the 2026 season from April 25 through September 28. All 22 sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash.

Daniel Boone National Forest

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About

Grove Boat-In Campground is one of two boat-in campgrounds on Laurel River Lake within Daniel Boone National Forest. The campground occupies two peninsulas separated by a small bay, offering 22 first-come, first-served campsites, most positioned near the water's edge with boat moorings available. Each site includes a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole. The sites are well-spaced to provide a sense of seclusion. Access is by boat from the Grove Boat Ramp, located approximately 1 mile south, or by hiking Duff Trail #440 from the nearby Grove Drive-In Campground. Vault toilets are provided, but campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash. No hookups or showers are available. Grove Marina, a full-service marina within half a mile of the campground, offers rental boats, camping and fishing supplies, fishing licenses, and detailed lake maps. Campers register and pay fees at a self-serve pay station upon arrival.

Directions

From I-75 exit 25 (Corbin 25W), take US 25 west for 5 miles. Turn right on KY 1193 and go 2 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 558. From the Grove Boat Ramp, boat 1 mile north to the boat-in campground. Alternatively, hike Duff Trail #440 from Grove Drive-In Campground.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $28 - $48

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (606) 864-4163

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

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