Kenlake State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Kenlake State Park covers 170,000 acres in the heart of one of the nation's finest regions for outdoor recreation. This state park is nestled in a nature lover's paradise with the fresh smell of water and a cool breeze from Kentucky Lake. There are well over 150 bird species that have been spotted at the park, including herons, gulls, egrets, and various waterfowl. When you vacation here, you'll be able to enjoy the mild year-round temperatures of southwestern Kentucky. Kenlake is 17 miles southeast of Benton, 16 miles northeast of Murray, and 11 miles east of Hardin.
Spring 30-81 F
Summer 58-92 F
Fall 32-83 F
Winter 23-52 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Kenlake State Park
If you decide to visit Kenlake State Park in an RV, you'll have the perfect home base. Your camper or motorhome will keep you comfortable and protect from the outdoor weather. Don't have an RV? Consider renting one from RVshare.com, where you can choose from top models and class sizes. All rentals come with 24/7 roadside assistance, nationwide insurance, and a dedicated team member ready to assist your RV requirements.
Lost Creek RV Park & Campground
Lost Creek RV Park & Campground is a quiet wooded location with nature and rustic trails. The campsites have plenty of room for large RVs to park for the night. You'll love that there's no need to cut any firewood as the campground does that for you. All the camping sites have a fire ring and picnic table.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Full bathhouse, boat ramp, and restrooms
Lakeside Campground and Marina
Lakeside Campground and Marina offers lakefront campsites that accommodate large RVs. Each camping site is supplied with a picnic table, and there are some fire rings spread throughout the grounds. The marina part of the campground offers boat and boat slip rentals at a reasonable price.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Swimming pool, game room, and playground
Aurora Oaks
This campground is located in Hardin just a few miles from the state park. While the small campground doesn't provide a huge scenic view, there are mature trees for shade and a friendly atmosphere throughout the site. All the camping sites have a fire pit and a picnic table. There is a volleyball net and playground area for youngsters to play.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Restrooms, showers, and swimming pool
What to Do at
Kenlake State Park
Inside Kenlake State Park
Kenlake State Park offers two nature trails through wooded terrain that are shared by hikers and bicyclists. You can either travel the trails separately or together to enjoy a longer-distance excursion. As you travel through the wooded terrain, you may see wild turkey, deer, and small game animals. On a hot, humid summer day, refresh yourself with an exhilarating swim in the pool, which is located behind the lodge. Other things to do in the park are boating, fishing, picnicking, playing tennis, and watching a concert at the amphitheater during events.
How to Get to
Kenlake State Park
From Hardin, head west on 4th Street toward Commerce Street. Then, turn right at the first cross street onto Commerce Street and follow it for a short distance. Turn right onto KY-402, follow for about eight miles, and make a slight right turn onto US-68. Travel for about 1.5 miles and then turn right onto KY-80. Go for about one mile and turn left onto Kenlake Road. Kenlake State Park will be on the right.
Entering Kenlake State Park
Kenlake State Park is open all year from sunup to sundown.
Kenlake State Park Per vehicle (1-4 audlts) : $0.0
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kenlake State Park
You might think summer is the best time to visit Kenlake State Park, but many visitors prefer to visit during the winter. The winter months are when you can participate in The Gathering of the Eagles and other eagle-watching events.
Kenlake State Park has a humid subtropical climate. Expect hot, muggy summers with temperatures soaring into the 90s and mild winters, with persistent rain, including heavy rainstorms, throughout the year.
Although Kenlake State Park is home to white-tailed deer, rabbits, and bats, the park's main wildlife attraction is its birds. The park is home to over 150 bird species, including woodpeckers, herons, and eagles.
You'll find 90 RV-friendly campsites at this state park that include standard hookups. The campground also has shower and restroom facilities. There's a dump station for guests to use too.
You may bring your dogs and cats to Kenlake State Park. If you plan to hike with your pets, always make sure they're leashed or secured in a pet-friendly backpack.
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