Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter sits among the stunning landscapes of Barren River Lake in Kentucky . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr, Jun, Aug-Oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Barren River Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter located in Port Oliver Ford, Kentucky, offering 35 camping sites.
Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter
A Rural campground in Kentucky
Overview
this Shelter Is Adjacent to the Outlet Works Below Barren River Lake Dam and Tailwater Campground.
Nearby Attractions
Tailwater Campground & Port Oliver Recreation Area
Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: No
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Tailwater Road
City: Port Oliver Ford, Kentucky 42164.0
Coordinates: 36.89349, -86.128378
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Water|lake|river|rv|shelter
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 8 stations
Nearest Market: Louisville/Lexington
Notes: Signals FROM Louisville/Lexington MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 20 stations (6 AM, 14 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WHAS 840 Am
Market: Louisville/Lexington
Notes: 6 AM, 14 FM Stations from Louisville/Lexington
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ TRI-COUNTY ELEC STATION 1 (SV)
Distance: 10.3 miles away
Address: 115 S 1st St, Scottsville, KY
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10304481
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Barren River Lake
- Park Website: /parks/barren-river-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: barren-river-lake
- Parent Park Name: Barren River Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: barren-river-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 6.0
- States Covered: Kentucky
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 352
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 352
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: kentucky
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: barren-river-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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