Description
The Tailwater campground is a 48-site area located along the Barren River, just below the dam. The cool water provides fishing for catfish, hybrid striped bass, and rainbow trout when stocked. A control station regulates access and the main campground road is paved. Electric and water are available at individual sites, and there is 1 pit-type restrooms and showerhouse in the area.
Services & Amenities:
| Within Facility |
- Accessible Restroom
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Comfort Station
- Dump Station
- Hiking Trail
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- Pit Restroom
- Playground
- Potable Water
- Restroom
- Showers
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Alerts and Important Information
Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance. This campground requires a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. The campground is open year round. Controlled access and fee collection is from mid-April through mid-September.
Restrictions include: maximum of 6 people, pets must be on a leash, no alcohol allowed, visitor fees charged, and No ATVs allowed.
For more information, call the campground at (270)622-7732 or the Corp Project office at (270)646-2055.
OUT-OF-STATE FIRE WOOD IS PROHIBITIED! Leave firewood at home; do not transport it to campgrounds or parks. Use firewood from local sources. If you have moved firewood, burn all of it before leaving your campsite.
Getting There:
Tailwater (KY)
11088 FINNEY RD
Glasgow KY 42141-9683
From Glasgow, KY: Take 31-E south for 4 mi; turn right on 252, which will cross the dam in 8 mi. The Tailwater entrance road is at the south end of the dam. Follow signs into recreation area. Approximately 19 miles from Bowling Green, KY.