Grove Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Sugarlands RV Sanitary Station · 94.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 36.9419, -84.2153
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Grove Drive-In Campground is perched on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake in Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest. The lake, fed by the Laurel River, is considered one of the most scenic lakes in the state. Boating, fishing, hiking and biking are greatly enjoyed by campers. Grove Campground is located off Grove Road (#558) on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake near Grove Boat Ramp and Marina. Of the 40 drive-in sites, Loop B is reservable, and Loop A is first come, first served. Thirty-five drive-in sites have electricity and water and five have water only. All drive-in sites have a paved vehicle pad, gravel tent pad, fire ring, picnic table and lantern pole. The four walk-in tent sites are first come, first served and have access to water, but no electricity. These primitive sites have a gravel tent pad, fire ring, picnic table, lantern pole and bear-proof food storage lockers. Several short trails start in the campground including Duff Branch Trail #440, Spruce Creek Trail #441, Fishing Point Trail (#442), Singing Hills Trail #443 and Oak Branch Trail #444.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Grove Campground free?
No. Grove Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Grove Campground?
From I-75 exit 25 (Corbin), take US 25 west for 5 miles. Turn right on KY 1193. Go 2 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 558 (Grove Road). Travel 3 miles to Grove Campground.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
