This is one of two Natural Bridge State Park campgrounds. The other is Whittington. It's just a…read moremile or so away, on the opposite side of the road. I could almost bet a million dollars that I've driven by a thousand times and it always seems packed full. There are both RV sites and primitive sites available. There are just a few sites that I would recommend.... and the few others that line Middle Fork Creek. The creek is small, bet there were people fishing. There are two completely areas to this campground. One, is sort of like a subdivision in the city, huge cluster sites, close together. The other part was a more relaxing, quieter section. Those were the sites along the creek. The only part that I would stay, if I did come back again, would be the creek side sites. I live in a subdivision in the city, so I want to vacation somewhere different. We attempted to book the night before we decided on our last minute, second camping trip of 2017. Reserve America is how you pre-book KY State Parks. Reserve America charges a $7.50 reservation fee, which I despise and have avoided by during a "walk-up". We had attempted to do a walk up here before, but they were full to capacity at both campgrounds. So, we knew that we needed to arrive early on a Friday. We arrived around 3:00 on a Friday in April and there were only two spots available. Both weren't prime locations either. Note to self... never trust doing a walk up here, it's always way too booked up. And score a site creekside. The regular walk-up weekend rate is $34. That is crazy expensive for the condition of the sites. We were in site B7 and when we arrived, the people beside of us were hooked up to our water faucet. We later found out why. The one that we ended up with leaked and gushed water. It caused our site and even the site on the other site, muddy. The annoying thing was that the guys at check-in said that they already knew about it. The activities around are pretty limitless. Ziplining, rock climbing, hiking, or just plain site seeing up in a chair left, I would say that the Natural Bridge SP area is one of the boomingest state park areas in Kentucky. A lot of the campers head out for the day, leaving their dogs in their campers. There was a lot of barking when we walked around the campground and even sat outside. Pets aren't allowed on the hiking trails, so if you plan to hike in the area, know that ahead of time.

We stayed at Middle Fork Campground (lower section of Whittleton) at Natural Bridge State Resort…read morePark for 2 days at $18/day, which normally around $29/day for electric/water hookup. Perhaps the low cost has something to do with the way everything layout in this campground? The electric/water hook ups were on the wrong side of RV/trailer, dump station is on the opposing traffic, rain drainage was none existence as any moisture collected above are being seeping out across multiple sites below. Our site#B6 was closed to the comfort station, which was a bit dated, but showers, toilets, and sinks were clean and functional. Sites here will need leveling blocks to make it right. There are also primitive sites right next to a creek running on one side and warning of flash flood on the other side. Since the entire campground just below Hwy 11, car noise could be a problem for light sleepers. OTA TV has 12 digital channels. No WiFi reception inside this valley, weak LTE/3G here but somehow we got free TengoInternet at picnics area and near cottages. If not for Natural Bridge formations, Red River Gorge, Nada Tunnel nearby, we wouldn't think we stay as long as we did.

i loved camping here. it was a little tucked away and had spots that were not right next to each…read moreother that i really liked. there was a trail that ran behind our camp so we heard people throughout the day but they were still far enough where we were private. not bad priced either. fills up fast during busy season.

The Good: decent sized camp sites, right next to hiking trails, surrounded by forests…read more The Bad: no electricity, no lighting, no showers, trails not marked for difficulty, hearing traffic from your camp site. The Rundown: this place is kind of between primitive and non primitive. You have your site marked out for you but no way to run any lighting not powered by batteries. I do like that it is a small camp ground and certain sites like ours #53 felt very secluded. Some walkway lighting, or at least lighting in the bathrooms would be nice. What I found to be best about this camp ground is that there is a trail that is connected to the property. It is the Rough Trail, #220. It's name appears deceiving because when you start out it is very easy. It is not until you reach the halfway point which is a mile and a quarter that the difficulty level skyrockets. At the end of this trail is part if the beautiful river. You can hang out down there where it is nice and cool. If you want to get to it faster, you can go to where Rough Trail, #221 begins, it is only 3/4 a mile. The Impression: the scenery is beautiful in its own way but nothing spectacular from your camp site. Without being able to look up much information on the park we came there prepared equipment wise, but expected a little more amenities. This is a place that is worth exploring a few times.

Welcome to Zilpo campgrounds it's the 2026 season and it closes around October…read more Now we are in the Daniel Boone national forest. It's a beautiful place. Lots of area to relax and enjoy nature. This campground and surrounding area are in the heart of no man's land . Cell phone use is spotty. In fact in some places no service for most of the time. We are unplugging. Make sure and bring a paper map. Have an image somewhere saved of the camp site. Save your directions to your photos too. For easy reference later. No cell service again. The beauty of this place is "off grid," for us. It's enjoyable and quiet. The individuals leave nature as they found her. Bring what you need and relax remember.

Just returned back from a lovely one-night camping trip at Zilpo Campground on this unseasonably…read morechilly May weekend. There were other campers around us in the H loop, but a lot of empty sites as well. I'm sure as it warms up, it gets much busier. To reach Zilpo Campground, you drive pretty deep into the woods. It's a gorgeous, windy drive where you start to see Cave Run Lake through the trees. The campground itself is massive. There is a lot of signage to reach your camp site. H Loop was well-maintained. We had a site that easily fit two tents and our cars. There was a fire pit and a large picnic table. We had a trail down to the water. There were plenty of dumpsters around to dispose of trash. The bathhouse was clean - water was just pretty chilly! We hiked a trail closer to the D sites and checked out the beach area. On a warmer weekend, that beach area would've been calling our names.

Nice secluded campground power and water were good dump station in camp ground. If your running a…read moreClass A you'll find it interesting narrow roads to the campground once in the main drive, expect to get tormented with ruts in the road and slapped by low branches. It is a beautiful location even access to shear rock faces where people are rock climbing. Just not where I would be willing to visit again.

Amazing experience. Great clean campground. Great location. I can't express enough of how…read moreappreciative I was that this was such a clean campground. Spacious sites and friendly staff.

So cool! Once in a lifetime experience. The thermal spa,…read moreprivate and SET UP OUTSIDE near the Daniel Boone National Forest. Thermal spa for two booked on line. Each individual got their own thermal spa, which is a tub at 120°. There is a pond and a cold plunge tub, sauna and shower. You're offered robes, towels, shower, citrus body scrub, herbal tea which is locally produced not for sale and a massage table where you can use tools and oil to give massages to one another. One way in and out of camp site, Private parking lot, no restaurant on site this is a pre planned event hosted by owner. Great customer service, Daphnia gave us a brief history of the area. We will definitely visit again. The campsite is conveniently located about 20-30 minutes to Natural Bridge State Park and the famous Miguel's (restaurant). There's gas stations along the way.

Phenomenal experience! Well worth the trip to Kentucky just to come to this spa. We enjoyed the…read morethermal baths, sauna, and cold plunge. We really liked the special touches of herbal tea, clay mask, eucalyptus body oil, jade eye mask, and body scrubs.

We visited Stoney Cove Trailhead beach fiesta then the Trailwater Recreation Area. We've been here…read morebefore in July and the water was definitely more accessible then, this time there was no Sandy shore. Caution- no restrooms but a porta potty and Stone Cove. We then went to the Trailwater recreation area and they had very clean restrooms (definitely a must for this pregnant lady!). The kids loved the space to run around and throw rocks in the river.

What a lovely place. We rented Bair Lair for 4 nights and took advantage of the jonboat rental. The…read morefishing was great and the cabin was lovely with a great view from the porch. Janice was an excellent host and when we had an issue with the boat motor she brought a replacement over in 20 minutes. When you rent one of these cabins makes sure you explore the property and hike on the well maintained trails.

Beau place,was planning on coming back intill the owner of the cabin I paid $800. For,for 2 days…read morecomes over to my guest being very rude over a towle. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL.

Highly Recommend Natural Bridge Cabins! Customer service and cabin have been outstanding! They…read morecalled the day I was arriving and asked what time I was expected to check in. They suggested I get there before dark to avoid challenges of finding the cabin at night. I appreciated that greatly! When I arrived to the office they said that snow covered driveway may keep me from pulling up to my cabin so they gave me keys to another cabin with easier access. When I got to my cabin, they were right and I couldnt pull up there. I drove to the other cabin (Tranquility Falls) and ended up staying there for the wknd. Cabin in great shape and nessled up against limestone with a beautiful waterfall out back. Will def be coming back!

Stayed here this past weekend on a trip to the Gorge. We stayed at "Mt. View" cabin. For the…read moreprice, it was a pretty great deal. Nice little cabin, close to all the trails (by car) and right off the exit. The cabin was clean and had more than enough amenities. The hot tub was oddly placed in the driveway, and not on a deck. All in all, this is definitely a place I would stay at again, as well as recommend to my friends. When staying with those that don't like to camp outside during winter months, I've found the solution!