48 of 49 campsites have Is Equipment Mandatory

3 of 49 campsites have Accessible Occupant Message

1 of 49 campsites have Min Number Of People

1 of 49 campsites have Min Number Of Vehicles

Tailwater Site 01

Tailwater Site 02

Tailwater Site 03

Tailwater Site 04

Tailwater Site 05

Tailwater Site 06

Tailwater Site 07

Tailwater Site 08

Tailwater Site 09

Tailwater Site 10

Tailwater Site 11

Tailwater Site 12

Tailwater Site 13

Tailwater Site 14

Tailwater Site 15

Tailwater Site 16

Tailwater Site 17

Tailwater Site 18

Tailwater Site 19

Tailwater Site 20

Tailwater Site 21

Tailwater Site 22

Tailwater Site 23

Tailwater Site 24

Tailwater Site 25

Tailwater Site 26

Tailwater Site 27

Tailwater Site 28

Tailwater Site 29

Tailwater Site 30

Tailwater Site 31

Tailwater Site 32

Tailwater Site 33

Tailwater Site 34

Tailwater Site 35

Tailwater Site 36

Tailwater Site 37

Tailwater Site 38

Tailwater Site 39

Tailwater Site 40

Tailwater Site 41

Tailwater Site 42

Tailwater Site 43

Tailwater Site 44

Tailwater Site 45

Tailwater Site 46

Tailwater Site 47

Tailwater Site 49

Tailwater Group Shelter

TAILWATER3

TAILWATER2

TAILWATER1

TAILWATER4

Tailwater Recreation Area

TAILWATER Aerial

Tailwater

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Tailwater Campground offers 48-sites located along the Barren River, just below the dam. This lazy riverside campground is quieter than neighboring campgrounds and seems to have a slower pace since it is set below the lake, yet close enough for easy lake access.  <br/><br/>
Annually, the campground is host to the Barren River Lake Scout Celebration which began in 1995.  Scouts from surrounding states converge at the Tailwater Campground to celebrate, compete, and demonstrate their skills over the weekend.  This event occurs every August and is something everyone can be a part of as a participant or on looker. <br/><br/>

<a href="http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/usace/barrenriver/tour.html" rel="nofollow">View a virtual tour</a> of Barren River Lake.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Tailwater provides a great location when fishing for catfish or hybrid striped bass, and downstream provides an opportunity to catch several different species of bass, as well as a variety of sunfishes. Try hiking the Steen Bergen Nature Trail for a chance to spot resident great horned owls, a variety of woodpeckers, migrating songbirds, or a family of chipmunks.  The river offers a chance to see belted kingfishers, green herons, or maybe even an otter dining on an afternoon snack.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each site has water hook ups and electric available during the months of May through September.  Primitive camping is available during the non-peak season with a dump station, potable water, and pit toilets offered during that time.  The campground has an amphitheater, playground, beach volleyball court, horseshoe pit, and an open field for sports like softball or a fun game of tag. Other amenities just outside the campground at the stilling basin recreation area include: picnic sites, a pavilion available for reserving, playground, and basketball court.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Beautiful views of high cliffs and hills are on the other side of the river.  Frequently you will see a bald eagle perched waiting for a fish to surface from the stilling basin's discharge. The surrounding woods are a quiet retreat and an opportunity for wildlife viewing at the permanent wildlife blind.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The lake's shoreline is less than a mile away for swimming and boating activities. The premier recreation area, Port Oliver, is just across the dam and Quarry Road Recreation Area offers a reservable pavilion, fishing piers, playground, flush toilets, swimming area with beach, and a variety of picnic sites.  <br/><br/>
Stop and visit Barren River Lake State Resort Park, host of the Glasgow Highland Games. Peninsula Marina is less than five miles away. Good day trips to other local area attractions include: the National Corvette Museum, Kentucky Down Under, and Diamond Caverns. There are several other family attractions within the Glasgow, Bowling Green, and Cave City region and visitors can explore Mammoth Cave National Park, an hour north of the campground.

The Tailwater Campground offers 48-sites located along the Barren River, just below the dam. This lazy riverside campground is quieter than neighboring campgrounds and seems to have a slower pace since it is set below the lake, yet close enough for easy lake access.

TAIL - GP1

Great Facilities and Amenities

bbq

checkin time

checkout time

max num of people

max num of vehicles

pets allowed

picnic table

water hookup

Permitted Equipment

Campsites

01

02

03

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

46

47

49

GP1