Kendall Campground
Campground · Kentucky · 114 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Cumberland Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 114
- Bookable sites
- 99 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 2
- Accessible sites
- 603 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Kendall Campground is located at 80 Kendall Road, south of Jamestown, Kentucky, just below Wolf Creek Dam, which forms beautiful Lake Cumberland.
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.Kendall Campground offers visitors convenient access to a cold water trout stream, making it a popular fishing destination. The stream is well-stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout.
Whispering Pines Trail, located within the campground, is a non-strenuous trail approximately half a mile long.
Facilities
The campground is a multi-use recreation area, consisting of 70 acres and 116 reservable campsites, all of which have water and electric hookups.
Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring/grill and lantern post. A group day-use picnic shelter with water and electric hookups is available as well.
A boat ramp, fish cleaning station, basketball court, horseshoe pit, hiking trail and playgrounds are located within the park.
Natural Features
The campground overlooks the river, offering sweeping scenic views. 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
Wolf Creek Dam National Fish Hatchery is within walking distance of the campground. It is open year-round and offers free tours to the public and an excellent Environmental Education Center. Click here for more information.Lake Cumberland State Park is just 6.5 miles from the campground. This beautiful park offers fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mini golf, disc golf and boat rentals. Birders enjoy the park for its exceptional viewing prospects of raptors, songbirds and waterfowl.
Grider Hill Marina and Resort is 25 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store.
Jamestown Marina & Resort is 25 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store.
State Dock Marina is 8 miles away, with boat rentals, snack bar and general store.
The facts
- 114 bookable sites
- 120 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 2 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 99 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: KEND, KENDALL ANNEX
Site types
- 113 Standard Electric
- 6 Management
- 1 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
120 campsites at Kendall Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 61 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 55 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 66 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 62 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 51 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | KEND | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 66 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 65 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 52 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 92 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 59 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 56 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 62 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 022 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 71 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 024 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 81 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 028 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 67 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 029 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 70 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 031 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 55 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 032 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 033 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 61 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 034 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 75 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 035 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 74 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 036 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | 52 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 037 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 56 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 038 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 039 Host Site | KEND | Management | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 58 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 040 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 041 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 51 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 042 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 47 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 043 | KEND | Management | Pull Through | Gravel | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 044 | KEND | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 57 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 045 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 83 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 046 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 67 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 047 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 69 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 048 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 58 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 049 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 75 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 050 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 79 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 051 | KEND | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 84 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 052 | KEND | Management | Back In | Paved | — | 84 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 053 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 62 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 054 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 58 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 054A | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 55 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 055 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 82 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 056 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 77 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 057 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 80 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 058 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 99 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 059 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 63 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 060 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 99 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 061 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 76 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 062 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 063 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 75 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 064 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 065 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 066 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 067 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 068 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 99 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 069 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 80 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 070 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 071 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 99 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 072 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 56 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 073 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 98 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 074 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 52 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 075 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 68 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 076 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 74 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 077 | KEND | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 81 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| A100 | KEND | Group Shelter Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 100 | 🐾 |
| 078 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 58 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 079 | KENDALL ANNEX | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | 66 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 080 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 081 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 67 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 082 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 67 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 083 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 084 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 76 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 085 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 66 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 086 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 72 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 087 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 088 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 71 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 089 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 63 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 090 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 71 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 091 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 092 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 66 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 093 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 57 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 094 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 64 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 095 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 59 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 096 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 49 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 097 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 54 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 098 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 099 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 100 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 101 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 62 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 102 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 103 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 67 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 104 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 105 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 54 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 106 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 107 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 108 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 109 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | 50 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 110 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 111 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 112 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 113 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 114 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 115 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 116 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 117 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 118 | KENDALL ANNEX | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Jamestown, Kentucky, take US Highway 127 south for 10 miles and turn right just before crossing the dam. Campground is on Kendall Road.
36.87209, -85.14574 · 36°52'19.5"N 85°8'44.7"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 44 | 48 | 57 | 68 | 75 | 83 | 86 | 85 | 79 | 69 | 57 | 47 |
| Low °F | 25 | 27 | 34 | 42 | 53 | 61 | 65 | 64 | 56 | 45 | 34 | 29 |
| Precip in | 5.5 | 4.6 | 5.4 | 5.1 | 5.4 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 3.1 | 4.0 | 5.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.3 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 Kendall Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Kendall Campground?
- Yes, Kendall Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Kendall Campground have?
- 120 sites in total, of which 114 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Kendall Campground?
- 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Kendall Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Kendall Campground.
- Does Kendall Campground have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
- Are campfires allowed at Kendall Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Kendall Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Kendall Campground
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- Cumberland Point Campground 18 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Dale Hollow Lake Eagle Watch 20.4 mi · Tickets · we watch it
- Lillydale Campground and Day Use 20.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mill Springs Mill Shelter 20.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Willow Grove Campground 22.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Obey River Park 23.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Holmes Bend 24.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Satterly Picnic Shelter 27.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Big Oak Picnic Shelter 27.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery 0.1 mi · Facility
- Mill Springs Battlefield Visitor Center and Museum 26.4 mi · Visitor Center
Contact
- Phone 270-343-4660
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-15.
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