Eureka

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27Sites

68 ftMax rig

The place

Eureka Campground sits on Lake Barkley among wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Fishing is a well-loved sport here; Kentucky's largest yellow bass was caught in these waters, and anglers flock with hopes of breaking the record. Recreation Hikers and bikers are fans of the 2.5 mile Chestnut Oaks Trail that starts here. Other activities include boating, fishing and swimming. Facilities The campground offers 26 sites with water and electric hookups. Additional amenities include hot showers, playground, boat ramp and swimming area. A picnic shelter is available for groups up to 100 guests. Keep reading

Electric hookups are available. Natural Features Lake Barkley, the western-most lake on the Cumberland River is connected by a canal to Kentucky Lake, forming one of the nation's greatest freshwater recreation complexes. Between the two lakes is Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, featuring miles of hiking trails and opportunities for off-road vehicle riding. Nearby Attractions Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won their first battle of the Civil War. Another great destination in the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, with more than 170,000 acres of public land to explore.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 27

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric
EURE	01	rv electric	28 ft	50
EURE	02	rv electric	30 ft	50
EURE	03	rv electric	50 ft	50
EURE	04	rv electric	44 ft	50
EURE	05	rv electric	60 ft	50
EURE	06	rv electric	60 ft	50
EURE	07	rv electric	44 ft	50
EURE	08	rv electric	68 ft	50
EURE	09	rv electric	30 ft	50
EURE	10	rv electric	45 ft	50
EURE	11	rv electric	44 ft	50
EURE	12	rv electric	43 ft	50
EURE	13	rv electric	57 ft	50
EURE	14	rv electric	36 ft	50
EURE	15	rv electric	45 ft	50
EURE	16	rv electric	35 ft	50
EURE	17	rv electric	60 ft	50
EURE	18	rv electric	65 ft	50
EURE	19	rv electric	60 ft	50
EURE	20	rv electric	52 ft	50
EURE	21	rv electric	44 ft	50
EURE	22	rv electric	46 ft	50
EURE	23	rv electric	60 ft	50
EURE	24	rv electric	42 ft	50
EURE	25	standard electric	28 ft	50
EURE	26	standard electric	25 ft	50
EURE	S1	group shelter electric	—	15

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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This campground sits in KY-01. This member’s public-lands record →

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