Waitsboro Campground
Campground · Kentucky · 22 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Lake Cumberland Wildlife Management Area (State WMA) · Open Access
- 22
- Bookable sites
- 70 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 15
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 735 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Waitsboro Campground is at 500 Waitsboro Road and is situated on beautiful Lake Cumberland in southern Kentucky.
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. The Black Walnut Nature Trail, located near the lake office, is a self-guided educational trail. The trail is open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4pm EST.Facilities
The campground offers 17 RV sites, all with electric hookups, and five tent-only sites. Eight of Waitsboro's sites are on the waterfront, making them prime locations for weekend recreation.Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station. A day-use area with a group picnic shelter and a parking area is also available.
Natural Features
The campground overlooks the main body of the lake, 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
General Burnside Island State Park is nearby. It was named after Civil War General Ambrose Burnside, who led patrols along the Cumberland River, circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. Visitors come today to enjoy boating, fishing, golfing and picnicking on Kentucky's only island state park.Burnside Marina is 10 minutes away, with boat rentals, a restaurant and general store.
The facts
- 22 bookable sites
- 24 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 70 ft
- Up to 15 people per site
- Loops: WAIT
Site types
- 16 Standard Electric
- 3 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 2 Management
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
- 1 Group Standard Electric
- 1 Tent Only Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups.
24 campsites at Waitsboro Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Slight | Lakefront | 60 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 02 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 03 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 04 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 05 | WAIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | — | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 06 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 07 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 27 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 08 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 09 | WAIT | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 10 | WAIT | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 11 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 12 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 13 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | — | 29 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 14 | WAIT | Tent Only Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 15 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 16 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 17 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 18 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 70 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 19 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 20 | WAIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Lakefront | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 21 | WAIT | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Paved | — | — | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 22 | WAIT | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 50 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 9G | WAIT | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 12 | 🐾 |
| A100 | WAIT | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | — | — | — | 15 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Somerset Kentucky, take Highway 27 south for 5 miles. Turn right on Waitsboro Road and follow signs to the campground.
37.00361, -84.62306 · 37°0'13.0"N 84°37'23.0"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, 7.8 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 Waitsboro Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Waitsboro Campground?
- Yes, Waitsboro Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Waitsboro Campground have?
- 24 sites in total, of which 22 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Waitsboro Campground?
- 70 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Waitsboro Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Waitsboro Campground.
- Does Waitsboro Campground have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Waitsboro Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Waitsboro Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Waitsboro Campground
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- Alum Ford Campground 17 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mill Springs Battlefield Visitor Center and Museum 7.7 mi · Visitor Center
- Keno Shooting Range 8.1 mi · Facility
- Lake Cumberland - Stearns 11.6 mi · Facility
- Beaver Creek Wilderness 12.4 mi · Facility
- Natural Arch Scenic Area 12.8 mi · Activity pass
- Goodwater OHV Route #504 15.7 mi · Facility
- Bee Rock Boat Ramp 16.8 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 606-561-5513
- 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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