Mammoth Cave Campground

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·Mammoth Cave National Park

Overview

Mammoth Cave Campground puts campers in a prime spot to explore the depths and overland treasures of Mammoth Cave National Park. Mammoth Cave is an underground passageway containing more than 400 miles of naturally sculpted limestone and sandstone. It is the longest recorded cave system in the world. The grand-scale chambers and long, winding passageways were the inspiration behind the park's name. The campground doubles as an entry point to 14 miles of hiking and biking trails. It's also a five minute walk to the visitor center, where cave tours begin.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (109 of 111 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Drinking Water

    (1 of 111 campsites have Drinking Water)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (109 of 111 campsites have Firepit)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 0')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 16)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 3)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have full)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

  • Water Hookup

    (2 of 111 campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Historic Railroad hike and bike trail - Credits: NPS Image
Recycle Station - Credits: .NPS Image
Lighted walkways to flush restrooms - Credits: NPS Image
Campground Kiosk - Credits: .NPS Image
The campground is tucked inside Mammoth Cave National Park, which boasts scenic valleys along the Green River. The river is within walking distance of the camp, and the hilly Kentucky countryside expands beyond the valley.Deer and turkeys commonly stroll around the campground, so visitors are likely to see them grazing in the early morning and at dusk.

Recreation

Mammoth Cave Campground Group Site - Credits: NPS Image
A must-do activity in the park is exploring Mammoth Cave. Walking tours of the caverns leave from the visitor center daily. There are also miles of bike trails and hiking trails within the park.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

  • vehicle-N/A

  • camper van-N/A

  • pickup camper-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

  • rv-N/A

  • trailer-N/A

  • 5th wheel-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Nearly 30 miles of the Green and Nolin rivers offer canoeing and boating through the park. Commercial outfitters outside the park rent canoes, kayaks and safety equipment.
Most trails north of the Green River are open for horseback riding. Commercial liveries outside the park rent horses and some may provide organized excursions.

Additional Information

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