Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area — riverside, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Oneida, KY, KY★ 4.2 (47 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Bear Creek Horse Camp is located in the Kentucky portion of Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.Bear Creek combines the experience of traditional woods camping with the modern conveniences of flush toilets, hot showers and electric hookups. Sites can accommodate both RV and tent camping. Tie-stalls are available on each site.
Best for:HikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV100 ft
Hookups22 electric sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need water or sewer hookups - not available at this campground✕ You prefer year-round camping - seasonal operations May through October only✕ You want guaranteed hookups - only select sites have electric
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early - this is a federal campground with high demand
Tie-stalls are available on each site for horses
Electric hookups only on select sites; most sites have no hookups
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in the area. Also watch for Barred Owls, Eastern Whip-poor-wills, and Ringneck Snakes.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
(423) 286-7275· Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Getting there →
For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Bear Creek Campground - Ky cost per night?+
Bear Creek Campground - Ky costs $30–$35 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Bear Creek Campground - Ky open?+
Bear Creek Campground - Ky is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bear Creek Campground - Ky have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Bear Creek Campground - Ky?+
Bear Creek Campground - Ky can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at Bear Creek Campground - Ky?+
Bear Creek Campground - Ky is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Bear Creek Campground - Ky?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bear Creek Campground - Ky is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bear Creek Campground - Ky open, and what are check-in times?+
Bear Creek Campground - Ky is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$30 /night★ 4.2 (47)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
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