Fishing Creek Campground

Photo · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

46Sites

87 ftMax rig

The place

Fishing Creek Campground is located at 1598 E. Highway 1248 just west of Somerset, Kentucky. Fishing Creek is part of beautiful Lake Cumberland, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and hunting. Click here for the Lake Cumberland virtual tour. Recreation Lake Cumberland is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River. Its large surface acreage and over 1,200 miles of shoreline provide a myriad of recreational activities. The lake has an abundance of largemouth, smallmouth, white and Kentucky bass, bluegill, crappie, rockfish and walleye, making it a favorite among anglers. Keep reading

Facilities The campground offers 26 RV sites and 20 tent-only sites, all with water and electric hookups and picnic table, fire pit/grill and lantern post. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, washer/dryer, boat ramp and a dump station. Fishing Creek also has a day-use area, picnic sites and a playground, making it an ideal spot for large parties and family functions. Natural Features The campground is situated above the shore of Fishing Creek on Lake Cumberland. Dense stands of mature hardwoods forest the site, offering scenic views, pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, the lake provides varied outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. Nearby Attractions Lee's Ford Resort Marina is less than 10 minutes from the campground. It offers boat rentals, a general store, restaurant and lodging. The Mill Springs Battlefield Park is just a 15-minute drive from Fishing Creek. This historic Civil War site offers interpretive exhibits, a gift shop and driving tour. Special events are held throughout the year, including educational programs and a thrilling reenactment.

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

The sites · 46

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
FCRE	01	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	02	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	03	standard electric	59 ft	50
FCRE	04	standard electric	50 ft	50
FCRE	05	standard electric	58 ft	50	yes
FCRE	06	standard electric	41 ft	50
FCRE	07	standard electric	35 ft	50
FCRE	08	standard electric	87 ft	50
FCRE	09	standard electric	20 ft	50
FCRE	10	standard electric	50 ft	50
FCRE	11	standard electric	46 ft	50
FCRE	12	standard electric	44 ft	50
FCRE	13	standard electric	42 ft	50
FCRE	14	standard electric	48 ft	50
FCRE	15	standard electric	41 ft	50
FCRE	16	standard electric	46 ft	50
FCRE	17	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	18	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	19	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	20	standard electric	41 ft	50
FCRE	21	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	22	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	23	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	24	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	25	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	26	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	27	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	28	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	29	standard electric	42 ft	50
FCRE	30	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	31	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	32	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	33	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	34	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	35	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	36	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	37	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	38	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	39	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	40	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	41	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	42	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	43	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	44	tent only electric	—	50
FCRE	45	standard electric	—	50
FCRE	46	standard electric	42 ft	50

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-05. This member’s public-lands record →

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