Visitor Center Picnic Shelter sits among the stunning landscapes of Green River Lake in Kentucky . With 1 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , 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 Green River Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Visitor Center Picnic Shelter located in Campbellsville, Kentucky, offering 1 camping sites.
Visitor Center Picnic Shelter
A Rural campground in Kentucky
Overview
with 8,000 Surface Acres of Water, the Lake Is an Ideal Place for Boating.
Green River Lake Area Encompasses a Total of Some 32,000 Acres in the Central Portion of Kentucky, Creating Countless Recreational Activities for Visitors on the Water and on Land.
There Are Also Miles of Trails That Wind Around the Lake and Along the Shore, Affording Some of the Most Scenic Views in the Region. the Dam Overlook, Trails, Visitor Center and the Atkinson-Griffin Historical Log Cabin Are All Located Within Short Walking Distance From the Shelter.
Nearby Attractions
the Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the Historical Civil War Atkinson-Griffin Log Cabin Are Located Only a Short Walk From the Shelter.
Several Historical Attractions and National Parks Are Located Within an Hour of Green River Lake, Including the Birthplace of Abraham Lincoln and Mammoth Cave National Park.
the Visitor Center Picnic Shelter Is Located Within the Visitor Center Day Use Area. with Ten Boat Ramps Located Around the Shoreline, Guests Have Plenty of Room for Fishing, Jet Skiing, Wake Boarding and More. Three Full-Service Marinas Are Also Located Around the Lake.
Fishing Is a Popular Activity at Green River Lake: Walleye, Crappie, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Muskie and Bluegill Are All Found in Abundance.
Hunters Enjoy the Surrounding Land, with Various Habitats Supporting Deer, Turkey, Rabbit, Quail, Squirrel, Dove and Waterfowl.
As Its Name Gives Away, the Visitor Center Picnic Shelter Is Located Right Outside the Corps of Engineers Visitor Center. the Shelter Is Located About 1 Mile Off of Ky-55. Amenities at the Shelter Include Electricity Hookup, 8 Picnic Tables, Grills and Access to a Playground and Restroom. the Shelter Restroom Is Only Open Seasonally (Closed Over the Winter Months).
If the Shelter Has Been Reserved for the Day, a “Reserved Today” Sign Will Be Placed on the Shelter’S Sign to Indicate That It Not Avaible for Walk-Ups.
the Visitor Center Day Use Area Closes and Gates Closed at 5:00 PM Eastern Time Daily. No Usage of the Shelter Can Go Beyond the 5:00 PM Closing Time. Keep This in Mind When Making Reservations.
This Shelter Is Not Reservable on Weekends From Jan.1 – April 13, 2025 Due to the Area Being Closed on Weekends. the First Saturday Available for Reservations Is April 19, 2025.
If the Shelter Has Not Been Reserved for a Particular Day, It May Be Used Free of Charge, on a First-Come, First-Served Basis. Lake Access As Well As a Boat Ramp Are Also Located Just 1 Mile From the Shelter at the Site 1 Boat Ramp Area. Several Trailheads Are Located Nearby and the Green River Lake State Park Is 3.5 Mile Drive Away.
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (270) 465-4463.Charges & Cancellations
Customers May Cancel Their Reservation Prior to Arrival Both on-Line and Through the Call Center. a $10 Service Fee Will Be Withheld From Any Refund for a Cancellation.
If a Customer Wants to Switch Dates That Are Entirely Outside of the Original Reservation Dates, There Is a $10 Change Fee.
Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 1
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Yes
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 544 Lake Road
City: Campbellsville, Kentucky 42718.0
Coordinates: 37.244538, -85.335372
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (270) 465-4463
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|marina|fishing|playground|picnic|restroom|electric|water|lake|river|trail|rv|cabin|shelter|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Yes
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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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
⚡ Downtown Campbellsville Plugspot – Tesla Destination
Distance: 6.6 miles away
Address: 115 S Central Ave, Campbellsville, KY
Network: tesla-destination
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • Tesla-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10228747
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Green River Lake
- Park Website: /parks/green-river-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: green-river-lake
- Parent Park Name: Green River Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: green-river-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 7.0
- States Covered: Kentucky
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 362
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 362
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: kentucky
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: green-river-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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