Fishing Creek Campground
Campground · Kentucky · 46 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Cumberland Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 46
- Bookable sites
- 87 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 10
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 740 ft
- Elevation
Overview
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.
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.
The facts
- 46 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 87 ft
- Up to 10 people per site
- Loops: FCRE
Site types
- 26 Standard Electric
- 20 Tent Only Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.
46 campsites at Fishing Creek Campground
Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 02 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Back In | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 03 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 59 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 04 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 05 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Moderate | 58 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 06 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 41 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 07 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 08 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 87 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 09 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 11 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 12 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 44 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 13 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 14 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 15 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 41 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 16 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 17 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 18 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 19 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 20 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 41 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 21 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 22 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 23 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 24 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 25 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 26 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 27 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 28 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 29 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 30 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 31 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 32 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 33 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 34 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 35 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 36 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 37 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 38 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 39 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 40 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 41 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 42 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 43 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 44 | FCRE | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 45 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 46 | FCRE | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Somerset, Kentucky, take Highway 80 west for 5 miles. Turn right on East Highway 1248 and continue for 2 miles. The recreation area entrance will be on the left side of the road at the bottom of the hill.
37.07139, -84.68917 · 37°4'17.0"N 84°41'21.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 87°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 50 | 59 | 70 | 77 | 84 | 87 | 86 | 81 | 71 | 59 | 49 |
| Low °F | 29 | 32 | 39 | 48 | 57 | 65 | 69 | 67 | 60 | 48 | 38 | 33 |
| Precip in | 4.3 | 3.9 | 5.1 | 4.9 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 3.9 | 3.7 | 3.2 | 3.8 | 4.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Fishing Creek Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Fishing Creek Campground?
- Yes, Fishing Creek Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Fishing Creek Campground have?
- 46 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Fishing Creek Campground?
- 87 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Fishing Creek Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Fishing Creek Campground.
- Does Fishing Creek Campground have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Fishing Creek Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Fishing Creek Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Fishing Creek Campground
- Waitsboro Campground 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mill Springs Mill Shelter 10.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cumberland Point Campground 11.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fall Creek Campground 12.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Alum Ford Campground 22.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mill Springs Battlefield Visitor Center and Museum 2.6 mi · Visitor Center
- Keno Shooting Range 14 mi · Facility
- Lake Cumberland - Stearns 17.1 mi · Facility
- Goodwater OHV Route #504 17.8 mi · Facility
- Beaver Creek Wilderness 18.1 mi · Facility
- Natural Arch Scenic Area 18.7 mi · Activity pass
- Bee Rock Boat Ramp 20.6 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 606-679-5174
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-15.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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