Grove
Campground · Kentucky · 54 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Daniel Boone National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 54
- Bookable sites
- 50 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 1,166 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Grove Campground is perched on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake in Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest. The lake, fed by the Laurel River, is considered one of the most scenic lakes in the state. Boating, fishing, hiking and biking are greatly enjoyed by campers.Recreation
Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers can trek more than 600 miles of road and trail in Daniel Boone National Forest. Duff Branch, Oak Branch, Fishing Point and Singing Hills Trails can all be accessed in the immediate area.Anglers find prized catches of walleye, crappie, brown trout and rainbow trout at Laurel River Lake. Boating and swimming are also popular activities. A boat ramp is located nearby at Grove Marina.
Facilities
The campground offers single and double family campsites, which have 30-amp electric hookups. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.
Flush toilets, drinking water and showers are provided. Ice and firewood are sold on-site. Limited groceries can be found at Grove Marina.
Natural Features
The campground is in close proximity to the lake and is less than a mile from the shoreline. Laurel River Lake boasts 5,600 acres of deep, clear water and 192 miles of cliff-lined shores. Bountiful hills and valleys create a beautiful backdrop for the lake area.
The forest was named after Daniel Boone, a famous frontiersman and explorer who settled in Kentucky in the late 18th century.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (606) 878-8134.The facts
- 54 bookable sites
- 99 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 50 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: A, BSNG, C, C Walk-in, GROVE
Site types
- 50 Standard Electric
- 45 Management
- 4 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, grills.
99 campsites at Grove
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 03 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 04 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 06 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 07 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 08 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 09 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 11 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 12 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 13 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 14 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 15 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 16 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 17 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 18 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 19 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 20 | A | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B01 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B02 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B03 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B04 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B05 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B06 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B07 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B08 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 34 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B09 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B10 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B11 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| B12 | BSNG | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 01 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 02 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 03 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 04 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 05 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 06 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 07 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 08 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 09 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 11 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 12 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 13 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 14 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 15 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 16 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 17 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 18 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 19 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 20 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 1 | C Walk-in | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| 2 | C Walk-in | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| 3 | C Walk-in | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
| 4 | C Walk-in | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | 🐾 |
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Getting there
From Corbin, Kentucky, take Exit 25 from I-75, then take U.S. 25W west for 5 miles. Turn right on Kentucky 1193 and drive 2 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 558 and go 3 miles to the campground.
36.94167, -84.21667 · 36°56'30.0"N 84°13'0.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°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 | 58 | 69 | 77 | 84 | 86 | 86 | 80 | 70 | 58 | 49 |
| Low °F | 27 | 30 | 36 | 45 | 54 | 62 | 66 | 65 | 58 | 45 | 36 | 30 |
| Precip in | 3.9 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 4.0 | 3.5 | 3.3 | 3.5 | 4.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.7 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 Grove
- Can you reserve a site at Grove?
- Yes, Grove is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Grove have?
- 99 sites in total, of which 54 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Grove?
- 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Grove?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Grove.
- Does Grove have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
Camping near Grove
- Laurel River Lake Picnic Area 3.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Holly Bay 3.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Craigs Creek Group Area 4.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Grove Drive-in Campground 0.1 mi · Campground
- Grove Boat-In Campground 1 mi · Campground
- Laurel River Lake 1.5 mi · Facility
- Whitman Branch Shooting Range 3.1 mi · Facility
- Long Bend Fishing Site 3.2 mi · Facility
- Fishing Point 3.3 mi · Facility
- White Oak Boat-In Campground 3.4 mi · Campground
- Bee Rock Boat Ramp 8.3 mi · Facility
- Lake Cumberland - Stearns 11.8 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 606-528-6156
- Email comments@AmericanLL.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-29.
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