Sunday, January 21, 2018

RV Campground KY: Best Locations For Family Retreats

By Lisa Schmidt


A vacation is never really complete without a night or two by a campsite, with dinners by a bonfire. Camping in Kentucky offers just what you are looking for, a serene environment where you can savor the best of what nature has to offer. If you are looking for an RV campground KY, the following spots should be high on your list.

One of the most visited locations by campers is Manchester. It situated within the Daniel Boone National Forest. Many camping families regularly flock it for the breathtaking views of mountains and forests. The whole area has a Native American heritage that makes it different from other cities.

A large number of wild animals roam the camping areas and surrounding forests. Lately, deer and turkey populations have appeared to be on the rise. The wildlife office also introduced a decent number of elk not too long ago. You will see a couple of them after setting up base.

For visitors with a passion for canoeing, the Mammoth Cave National Park is their best refuge. Most of the local shops offer rental canoes. A guided canoe tour can also be provided in case you do not wish to venture out unaccompanied. This should take no less than three hours.

As you will be camping in the area, you can canoe for as long as you want. Just ensure you follow all the safety precautions to avoid injury. The Green and Nolin Rivers have got lots and lots of fast changing bluffs, perfect for the adventurous family. As you canoe downstream, you will notice a healthy population of beavers, reptiles, birds, deer and turkey.

Most visiting campers never leave without going on the guided tour from Nolin River Dam to Houchins Ferry. This tour starts right from the base of the magnificent Dismal Rock. The tree canopies along the course provide a shelter from the sweltering heat of the sun. This course used to be the standard route for asphalt transport ships in the early 1900s.

There is a healthy fish population for campers who are keen on fishing. The two rivers are home to catfish, black bass, perch, blue gill, muskellunge and crappie among many other fish species. You are assured of a decent catch any time of the year. However, spring and summer often record the most amounts of fish.

While size limits do apply, one does not need a license to fish within the park boundaries. You should watch out for the equipment you bring along though. The only tools allowed are poles, rods, trots, reels and throw lines.

Another perfect spot is Otter Creek. To get to it, head southwest from Louisville for about 25 miles. It is next to the Ohio River. Entrants aged twelve onwards pay $3 a day. Younger entrants do not get charged.

The site is renowned for its numerous activities. You can go mountain biking, picnicking, fishing, horseback riding or hunting. The campground is closed most of the year except peak seasons from the final week of March.




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