Sugar Bay Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 3 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 10:16AM CDT until July 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with peak afternoon heat index values up to around 110 degrees can be expected. For the Heat Advisory on Independence Day, peak afternoon heat index values up to around 105 degrees are anticipated. * WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Friday to 8 PM CDT /9 PM EDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during prolonged duration extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows will only fall into the mid 70s, providing little relief during this prolonged, extended duration of dangerously high heat and humidity.
About
Sugar Bay Campground sits on the shore of Kentucky Lake within the 170,000-acre Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, managed by the USDA Forest Service. This small primitive campground caters to boaters and anglers seeking simple, affordable lakeside camping with direct water access via an on-site boat ramp. As a self-service campground, Sugar Bay operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round. Each site includes a designated pad, picnic table, grill, and fire ring. Vault toilets and trash service are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Payment is handled through the honor system using fee envelopes deposited in the iron ranger at the campground entrance. The campground follows standard Land Between the Lakes regulations including quiet hours from 11pm to 6am, a 21-night maximum stay per 30-day period, and leashed pets only. Senior and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount on the nightly fee.
Directions
Follow signs along Woodlands Scenic Trace (Forest Service Road 100).
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| LBLInfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (800) 525-7077 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| LBL Self-Service Camping | |
| LBL Rules and Regulations | |
| LBL Alerts |
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