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Carter Caves State Resort Park
344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY
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GenieMatchQuick Stats
89
Sites
45ft
Max Site Size
Price
1073ft
Elevation
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What others are saying about this campground
Carter Caves State Park is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a wide variety of activities. From fishing and horseback riding to exploring caves and swimming in the pool, theres something for everyone. The campsites are spacious and well-maintained, with plenty of amenities like toilets and camp stores. The trails, waterfalls, rock formations, and water are breathtaking and perfect for exploring. The campground is bustling during the day but quiets down nicely at sunset. Primitive campsites are available, as well as full hookup sites with sewer, electric, and water. There are also plenty of activities such as guided cave tours, kayak rentals, ranger talks, and more. The shower and bathhouse are clean, though they could use some updating. The camp office/store is well-stocked with practical items like batteries and firestarter. There is no WiFi, but you can get 35 OTA TV channels and a good ATT cell signal. The access roads are narrow and have steep grades, but the park is well-marked and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The Haunted Trail runs every Halloween, so be sure to plan your visit accordingly. With so much to do and see, Carter Caves State Park is the perfect spot for a family getaway.
Amenities
- Wifi
- Pool
- Laundry
- Pet Friendly
- Cabins
- Tenting
- Buddy Sites
- Playground
- Trash Pickup
- 50 Amp
- Water Hookup
- Sewer Hookup
- Fire Pits
- Potable Water
- Camp Bar
- Ice
- Boat Launch
- Marina
- Firewood Sold
- Camp Store
- Back In Site
- Pull Thru Site
- Toilets
- Showers
- Dump Station
- Full Hookup
Activities
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf
- Boating
- Mini Golf
From The Campground
Carter Caves State Resort Park Campground is a nature lover's paradise, offering 33 miles of wooded nature trails, 45-acre Smoky Lake for paddling, and the highest concentration of caves in Kentucky. The campground features year-round tours of Cascade Cave and X-Cave, seasonal walking tours of Saltpeter Cave, and flashlight tours of Cascade Cave and X-Cave. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy Kentucky's first trophy bass lake, Smoky Valley Lake, and borrow equipment from the park's fishing loaner program. The park also offers an 18-hole miniature golf course, two tennis courts, and a rappelling and rock climbing area. Visitors can relax at the picnic tables, grills, and playgrounds located throughout the park.
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