Fenton Campground & Boat Ramp At Land Between The Lakes Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Fenton Campground & Boat Ramp, located in the Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area (Kentucky–Tennessee border, not Wisconsin), offers established, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations or permits required.
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Summary
It’s a basic, fee-free campground with pit toilets, no drinking water, fire rings, picnic tables, and boat ramp access. RVs can enter, but there are no hookups. Set in a peaceful, forested lakeside setting on Kentucky Lake, it’s ideal for fishing, boating, or quiet nature escapes. Nearby attractions include hiking trails and wildlife viewing. Best visited in spring or fall for mild weather and fewer bugs. The campground offers a rustic, off-the-grid experience.
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Fenton Campground & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes
Rushing Creek - LBL
Birmangham Ferry Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clarks River At Almo
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55cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
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15cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
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485cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
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32cfs |
Massac Creek Near Paducah
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3cfs |
Ohio River At Metropolis
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444000cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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KENLAKE RESORT
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CROFTON 3 N
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W.OF TENNESSEE RVR /KENTUCKY LAKE
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Jefferson Davis Highway 12720, Marshall County
Lake Barkley State Resort Park
Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge
UNESCO-MAB Biosphere Reserve Land Between the Lakes