US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · Army Corps lake in Lyon County, Kentucky.
| Managed by | US Army Corps of Engineers (Barkley Lake) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 115 |
| Site types | 113 standard, electric, 1 group standard, electric, 1 tent only electric |
| RV hookups | Full hookups at 17 sites |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 99 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (270) 362-4840 |
| Address | Canal Campground , Grand Rivers, KY, 42045 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Canal Campground before you go.
Situated along a peninsula between the lush shorelines of Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, Canal Campground offers modern camping and provides the ideal setting to enjoy nature at its best with family and friends. Visitors can enjoy a stunning view of the Barkley Dam and boats traveling through the canal from the comfort of their campsite. The campground faces Barkley Lake, and the shore of Kentucky Lake is a brisk one-mile walk across the canal. Recreation From water sports to wildlife viewing to hiking and biking, Canal Campground is the perfect setting for outdoor activities.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Canal Campground is in Lyon County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.