What are the hours and season for Carr Creek Lake Shelters?

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Carr Creek Lake Shelters?

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Carr Creek Lake Shelters"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/carr-creek-lake-shelters to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Carr Creek Lake Shelters

Carr Creek Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Sassafras, KY4.9 (15)

Share: X Facebook

Cell signal:

Carr Creek Lake Shelters are located on Carr Creek Lake on the same side of Kentucky Highway 160 as Littcarr Campground. Army Corps of Engineers, in cooperation with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, manages the land and water at Carr Creek Lake for wildlife, fisheries and recreation. The 710-acre lake and surrounding area offer a wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities.

Things to do nearby

Carr Creek Lake

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Restrooms

Electric Hookups

Fishing

Boat Launch

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Carr Creek Lake Shelters cost per night?+

Carr Creek Lake Shelters costs $60 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.

What season is Carr Creek Lake Shelters open?+

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Carr Creek Lake Shelters have hookups?+

No hookups.

What is the maximum RV length at Carr Creek Lake Shelters?+

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.

How do I make reservations at Carr Creek Lake Shelters?+

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Carr Creek Lake Shelters from the nearest town?+

Carr Creek Lake Shelters is located in Sassafras, KY. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

Open in OpenStreetMap ↗

Own a campground nearby?

List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.

List your campground →