Quarry Road 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.
Quarry Road Picnic Shelter located in Kentucky, offering 35 camping sites.
Quarry Road Picnic Shelter
A Rural campground in Kentucky
Overview
this Shelter Is Adjacent to Barren River Lake and Quarry Road Beach with a Beautiful View of the Dam.
Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types:
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: No
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Kentucky
Coordinates: 36.898997, -86.122807
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Beach|lake|river|rv|shelter
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $24-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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Annual Precip
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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: 10.8 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: 10304483
- 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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