Linton
Campground · Kentucky · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Barkley Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 100
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 378 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Linton Recreation area is a day-use haven that sits on Lake Barkley near wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy the the excellent atmosphere beautiful scenery.Recreation
Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open fields.Facilities
The accessible picnic shelter fits 100 guests and 50 vehicles. Other perks include a flush toilet, playground, grills and swimming beach. No electric hookups are available.Natural Features
The recreation area is on the shores of Lake Barkley, nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky, very close to the border with Tennessee. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and offers warm water temperatures for comfortable recreation during summer months.Nearby Attractions
Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won its first battle in the Civil War.Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is just across the lake and features more than 170,000 acres of public land with numerous historical and outdoor attractions.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: LINT
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Picnic tables
- Grills
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, shade, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Linton
Check-in 8:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LINT | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 100 | ♿ |
Getting there
From Nashville take I-24 west to Cadiz, exit 65. Make a left onto Highway 68 for 8 miles to Highway 139. Make a left on Highway 139 and go 6 miles to Highway 164. Make a right on Highway 164 and the day use area is 8 miles from there.
36.68758, -87.91060 · 36°41'15.3"N 87°54'38.2"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.7 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 Linton
- Can you reserve a site at Linton?
- Yes, Linton is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Linton have?
- 1 site.
Camping near Linton
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- Dover 14.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hurricane Creek 16.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Canal 27 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Old Kuttawa 27.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Eureka 28.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Right Bank Recreation Area 47.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lock A 47.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Harpeth River Bridge Campground (TN) 50.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fort Donelson Visitor Center 14.4 mi · Facility
Contact
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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