Can you reserve a site at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?

Yes, Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For. is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For. have?

169 sites in total, of which 163 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?

65 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?

Yes, pets are allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For..

Are campfires allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?

Campfires are allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.

Campground · Kentucky · 163 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Cave Run Lake (Recreation Reservoir) · Open Access

163
Bookable sites: 65 ft
Max rig length: up to 12
People per site: 723 ft
Elevation

Zilpo campground site H a relaxing quiet place — Photo: Dwaye Brewer · Recreation.gov

Overview

Zilpo, a large, fun-filled campground on Cave Run Lake, is a prime destination for families. The scenic campground offers a cabin rental, tent camping, RV sites with electric hookups and a selection of lakefront sites.

Views of the lake are enjoyed by those who relax on the sandy beach. Tater Knob, a fire tower open to the public, is nearby, offering outstanding views of the area.

Recreation

Water skiing and swimming are wonderful ways to enjoy the lake. Muskie, large and smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish attract avid anglers. Hikers are fans of the Zilpo Mountain Loop Trail that extends for 2.25 miles, connecting to a network of other trails around the lake.

Nature programs are regularly scheduled during peak season and wildlife watching is rewarding.

Facilities

Electric hookups are provided at some campsites. Drinking water is located centrally within the loops. Flush toilets and showers are spread throughout the campground as well. Each site has a picnic table and campfire ring. A dump station and concrete boat ramp are also included.

Each of the 12 cabins can accommodate up to six guests. They each have a table, two chairs and a sleeping area with two sets of bunk beds (4 beds). A picnic table, lantern post and campfire ring are provided outside. Pets may reside only in cabins 41,120,121 and 123. Cabins 109, 123 and 136 have ramps that can accommodate wheel chairs.

A campground store with ice, firewood, camping gear and food is on-site. Roads are paved and level tent pads are gravel.

Natural Features

Zilpo sits on a peninsula in the middle portion of Cave Run Lake at an elevation of 800 feet. The lake spans 8,270 acres with soft, sandy beaches. The campground is shaded by a stand of mixed hardwoods, and campsites have good privacy.

Nearby Attractions

The nearest community is 12 miles away.

The facts

163 bookable sites
169 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 65 ft
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: A LOOP, B LOOP, C LOOP, D LOOP, E LOOP, F LOOP, G LOOP, H LOOP

Site types

132 Standard Nonelectric
19 Standard Electric
12 Cabin Electric
6 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Sewer hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Book on Recreation.gov

169 campsites at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
A001	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
A002	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
A003	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	30 ft	6
A004	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	12
A005	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	30 ft	6
A006	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
A007	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
A008	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	60 ft	12	🐾
A009	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6	🐾
A010	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	55 ft	6	🐾
A011	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	39 ft	6	🐾
A012	A LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	65 ft	6	🐾
Cabin A013	A LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
B001	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	54 ft	6	🐾
B002 - Host	B LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
B003	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6	🐾
B004	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	46 ft	6	🐾
B005	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6	🐾
B006	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	60 ft	12	🐾
B007	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	60 ft	6	🐾
B008	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	47 ft	6	🐾
B009	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
B010	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
B011	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
B012	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
B013	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
B014	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	25 ft	6
B015	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
B016	B LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
C001	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C002	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C003	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C004	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
C005	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C006	C LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	63 ft	6	🐾
C007	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C008	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C009	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C010	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
C011	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
C012	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6	🐾
C013	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
C014	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
C015	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	12
C016	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
C017	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
C018	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
C019	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	25 ft	6
C020	C LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
Cabin D009	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
Cabin D010	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
Cabin D011	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
Cabin D012	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
Cabin D013	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
Cabin D014	D LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D001	D LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D002	D LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D003	D LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D004	D LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D005	D LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D006	D LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D007 - host	D LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
D008 - host	D LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E001	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E002	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E003	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
E004	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E005	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E006	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E007	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E008	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	20 ft	6
E009	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
E010	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	25 ft	6
E011	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
E012	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
E013	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
E014	E LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
Cabin F019	F LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
F001	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F002	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
F003 - host	F LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F004	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F005	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F006	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F007	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F008	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F009	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
F010	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
F011	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
F012	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
F013	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
F014	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	12
F015	F LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
F016	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12
F017	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	12
F018	F LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
Cabin G030	G LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
G001	G LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
G002	G LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
G003	G LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
G004	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
G005	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	20 ft	6
G006	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
G007	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
G008	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
G009	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
G010	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
G011	G LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
G012	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	12
G013	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
G014	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
G015	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
G016	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
G017	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6	🐾
G018	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12
G019	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12
G020	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
G021	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
G022	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
G023	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
G024	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
G025	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
G026	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
G027	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
G028	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	25 ft	6
G029	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	25 ft	6
G031	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
G032	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
G034	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
G035	G LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
Cabin 039	H LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
Cabin 040	H LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
Cabin 041	H LOOP	Cabin Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H001	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Lakefront	—	6	🐾
H002	H LOOP	Management	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H003	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Lakefront	—	6	🐾
H006	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H007	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H008	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H009	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H010	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	12	🐾
H011	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H012	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H013	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H014	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6	🐾
H015	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H016	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H017	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H018	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
H019	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	12
H020	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
H021	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Lakefront	30 ft	6
H022	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Lakefront	35 ft	6
H023	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	6
H024	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H025	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
H026	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
H027	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	40 ft	6
H028	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	20 ft	6
H029	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12
H030	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
H031	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H032	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H033	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	35 ft	6
H034	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
H035	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	30 ft	6
H036	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12
H037	H LOOP	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	6
H038	H LOOP	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	45 ft	12

Getting there

In Salt Lick, KY, at the intersection of State Route 211 and U.S. Route 60, take Route 211 south for 3.6 miles to the Forest Recreation sign. Turn left at the sign, onto Clear Creek Road and go 3.9 miles to Zilpo Campground sign. Turn left at the sign onto Forest Route 918 and drive 8.7 miles to the campground.

38.07500, -83.50000 · 38°4'30.0"N 83°30'0.0"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	41	46	55	67	75	82	86	85	79	68	56	45
Low °F	25	27	33	42	52	61	65	63	56	45	35	29
Precip in	3.6	3.6	4.6	4.7	5.2	4.8	5.9	3.9	3.9	3.4	3.2	4.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

A 25% discount is now available for reservations that include 7 or more consecutive days at this location.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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ZILPO Campground — Photo: US Forest Service · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.

Can you reserve a site at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?: Yes, Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For. is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For. have?: 169 sites in total, of which 163 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?: 65 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?: Yes, pets are allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For..
Does Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For. have hookups?: Electric, Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.?: Campfires are allowed at Zilpo - Daniel Boone Nat. For.. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Billy Branch Picnic Area Day Use 2.1 mi · Activity pass
Claylick Boat Ramp 2.2 mi · Facility
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Clear Creek Shooting Range Day Use 5.3 mi · Activity pass
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-24.

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