Best camping near Mammoth Cave Nat

25 campgrounds · 25 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Mammoth Cave Nat, 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 15 of 25 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Nolin River State Park
#1 Nolin River State Park Good
4.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°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 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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Moutardier - Nolin River Lake
#2 Moutardier - Nolin River Lake Good
7.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°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 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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Raymer Hollow Backcountry Campsite
#3 Raymer Hollow Backcountry Campsite Good
0.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°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 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Ferguson Backcountry Campsite
#4 Ferguson Backcountry Campsite Good
1.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°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 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Homestead Backcountry Campsite
#5 Homestead Backcountry Campsite Good
2.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Homestead Backcountry Campsite is a popular camping area located in the state of Kentucky. This picturesque campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Maple Springs
#6 Maple Springs Good
2.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Maple Springs Camping Area, located in the state of Kentucky, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and pit…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Maple Springs Group Campground
#7 Maple Springs Group Campground Good
2.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Maple Springs Group Campground, located in Kentucky, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides various amenities to…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Back Country Site
#8 Back Country Site Good
3.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Back Country Site camping area in Kentucky is a remote and picturesque destination for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground offers a truly immersive and secluded camping…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Sal Hollow Backcountry Campsite
#9 Sal Hollow Backcountry Campsite Good
4.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Sal Hollow Backcountry Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in Kentucky. Nestled within the Mammoth Cave National Park, this campsite offers a multitude of amenities for…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Three Springs Backcountry Campsite
#10 Three Springs Backcountry Campsite Good
4.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
The Three Springs Backcountry Campsite is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest in Kentucky. This remote camping area is perfect for those seeking a peaceful and secluded…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Second Creek Backcountry Campsite
#11 Second Creek Backcountry Campsite Good
4.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Located in the state of Kentucky, Second Creek Backcountry Campsite offers a serene camping experience surrounded by natural beauty. This camping area is known for its peaceful…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Turnhole Bend Backcountry Campsite
#12 Turnhole Bend Backcountry Campsite Good
4.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Turnhole Bend is a beautiful backcountry campsite located within Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. This secluded camping area offers stunning views of the Green River and is…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Dog Creek - Nolin River Lake
#13 Dog Creek - Nolin River Lake Good
5.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°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 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Houchins Ferry
#14 Houchins Ferry Good
5.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Houchins Ferry camping area, located in Kentucky, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. With a picturesque setting along the Green River, this campground provides 12…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Houchins Ferry  - Mammoth Cave National Park
#15 Houchins Ferry - Mammoth Cave National Park Good
5.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Houchins Ferry campground, located in Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky, offers campers a serene and scenic camping experience. The campground provides a range of amenities…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Mammoth Cave Nat

The Mammoth Cave Nat area has 25 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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