Best camping near Big Clifty

8 campgrounds · 8 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Big Clifty, Kentucky — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 8 of 8 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Loucon Camping and Retreat Center
#1 Loucon Camping and Retreat Center Good
11.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Loucon Camping and Retreat Center is situated in beautiful Kentucky surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests. The center is in proximity to Mammoth Cave National Park, which…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 29 things to do within 15 mi
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Wax - Nolin River Lake
#2 Wax - Nolin River Lake Good
12.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Wax - Nolin River Lake camping area, located in Kentucky, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. This campground provides both RV and tent camping options, with a total…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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Dog Creek - Nolin River Lake
#3 Dog Creek - Nolin River Lake Good
13.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Located in Kentucky, the Dog Creek - Nolin River Lake camping area offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground is well-equipped with…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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North Fork - Rough River Lake
#4 North Fork - Rough River Lake Good
19.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
North Fork - Rough River Lake camping area in Kentucky offers a serene retreat for campers. Situated on the picturesque Rough River Lake, this campground provides a range of…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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Moutardier - Nolin River Lake
#5 Moutardier - Nolin River Lake Good
15.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Moutardier - Nolin River Lake camping area, located in the state of Kentucky, offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides both RV and tent camping options…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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Nolin River State Park
#6 Nolin River State Park Good
16.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Nolin River State Park is a picturesque camping area located in Kentucky. The campground offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. There are 32 campsites…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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Ferguson Backcountry Campsite
#7 Ferguson Backcountry Campsite Good
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Ferguson Backcountry Campsite is located within the Daniel Boone National Forest in Kentucky. The campsite is surrounded by stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains, including…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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Raymer Hollow Backcountry Campsite
#8 Raymer Hollow Backcountry Campsite Good
19.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Raymer Hollow Backcountry Campsite is a secluded camping area located in Kentucky. This campsite offers a rustic camping experience with limited amenities. There are no designated…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Big Clifty

The Big Clifty area has 8 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Big Clifty

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Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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