Waitsboro Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Lake Cumberland in Kentucky . With 17 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, 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 Lake Cumberland
🌤️ 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.
Waitsboro Campground located in Kentucky, offering 17 camping sites.
Waitsboro Campground
A Rural campground in Kentucky
Overview
Its Large Surface Acreage and Over 1,200 Miles of Shoreline Provide a Myriad of Recreational Activities. It Was Named After Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, Who Led Patrols Along the Cumberland River, Circling This 400-Acre Island to Keep Watch for Confederate Soldiers. Dense Stands of Mature Hardwoods Forest the Site, Offering Scenic Views, Pleasant Shade and Wildlife Habitat. the Campground Overlooks the Main Body of the Lake, Offering Sweeping Scenic Views. Dense Stands of Mature Hardwoods Forest the Site, Offering Scenic Views, Pleasant Shade and Wildlife Habitat.
Waitsboro Campground Is at 500 Waitsboro Road and Is Situated on Beautiful Lake Cumberland in Southern Kentucky.
Click Here for the Lake Cumberland Virtual Tour.
Amenities Include Flush Toilets, Showers, Drinking Water, Laundry Facilities and a Dump Station. a Day-Use Area with a Group Picnic Shelter and a Parking Area Is Also Available.
Because of the Temperate Climate and Relatively Long Recreation Season, the Lake Provides Varied Outdoor Recreational Opportunities for Millions of Visitors Each Year.
Nearby Attractions
General Burnside Island State Park Is Nearby. Visitors Come Today to Enjoy Boating, Fishing, Golfing and Picnicking on Kentucky’S Only Island State Park.Burnside Marina Is 10 Minutes Away, with Boat Rentals, a Restaurant and General Store.Managed by: Us Army Corps of Engineers
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 17
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: True
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Kentucky
Coordinates: 37.0036111, -84.6230556
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Marina|fishing|picnic|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|lake|river|trail|rv|tent|shelter
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 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
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232733
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/cumberland/tour.html
- Parent Park: Lake Cumberland
- Park Website: /parks/lake-cumberland/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: lake-cumberland
- Parent Park Name: Lake Cumberland
- Correct Park Type Mapping: lake-cumberland
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: 391
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 391, 391.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: kentucky
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: lake-cumberland
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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