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Twin Knobs Recreation Area

Campground · National forest in Rowan County, Kentucky.

202Campsites
Cave Run LakeRight on the shore of
YesRV hookups
70 ftLongest RV site

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Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Daniel Boone National Forest)
Campsites202
Site types109 standard, electric, 90 standard, no electric, 1 group tent only area no electric, 1 group picnic area, 1 group shelter no electric
RV hookupsFull hookups at 2 sites
Longest RV/trailer site70 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
Dogs allowedYes
FeesPasses; and Golden Age and Golden Access Passports. This discount does not apply to Double Sites, Group Sites or additional fees for electricity.
Phone(606) 780-7818
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recarea/?recid=39324
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Twin Knobs Recreation Area

Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 sites spread out over 10 loops under a dense forest of mixed conifer and deciduous trees. The recreation area includes two reservable group picnic areas. Group camping is also available. Recreation Summer amphitheater programs and scheduled campground activities provide family fun and entertainment. The campground also has volleyball courts, basketball hoops and horseshoe pits. There is a boat ramp and beach. Popular lake activities include fishing, swimming, motor boating, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Twin Knobs Recreation Area is in Rowan County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.