S-Tree Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.3850, -84.0733
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
S-Tree Campground sits on a ridge above Horse Lick Creek near McKee in Jackson County, Kentucky. Each of the 20 first-come, first-served campsites has a picnic table, tent pad, fire ring and lantern pole. The campground's small first come, first served picnic area features a historic shelter that was constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The campground is popular with off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts due to its proximity to Renfro Loop OHV Trail #302. The campground cannot accommodate trailers longer than 25 feet due to one lane roads and no turn-outs.
From the USFS.
Is S-Tree Campground free?
No. S-Tree Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to S-Tree Campground?
From Berea, travel east on KY 21E (Chestnut/Big Hill Road) for approximately 5 miles until it ends at US 421. Turn right (south) on US 421. Take US 421 west for approximately 18 miles to McKee KY, then turn right (south) on KY 89 for 3 miles, make a slight right (west) on Forest Service Road 43 (S-Tree Road). Go 1 mile, turn left (south) on Forest Service Road 20 (Tussey Hill Road) and follow the signs. From McKee: Take US 421 west from McKee for 0.5 mile. Turn left (south) on KY 89 for 3 miles, make a slight right (west) on Forest Service Road 43 (S-Tree Road). Go 1 mile, turn left (south) on Forest Service Road 20 (Tussey Hill Road) and follow the signs.
Nearby
- Turkey Foot Campground10.3 mi
- Bee Rock Campground28.1 mi
- White Oak Boat-in Campground28.5 mi
- CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA29.0 mi
- Craigs Creek Group Use Area29.0 mi
- Holly Bay Recreation Area29.8 mi
- HOLLY BAY30.0 mi
- Laurel River Lake Picnic Area30.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
