Grove

Daniel Boone National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: LONDON, KY, KY

Price: From $32 per night

Price range: $32–$92 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (82 reviews)

Season: May through October

Grove Campground is perched on a forested ridge above Laurel River Lake in Kentucky’s Daniel Boone National Forest. The lake, fed by the Laurel River, is considered one of the most scenic lakes in the state. Boating, fishing, hiking and biking are greatly enjoyed by campers.The campground offers single and double family campsites, which have 30-amp electric hookups.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/grove to be notified when sites open up.

Grove Campground sits on a forested ridge above scenic Laurel River Lake in Daniel Boone National Forest with access to 600+ miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Google reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff and clean facilities (4.6/5 from 151 reviews).

Wildlife alert: Eastern Copperhead snakes verified in the area; also watch for Eastern Red Bats, American Beavers, and various bird species including Red-eyed Vireos and Tufted Titmice.

Insider tips for Grove: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Only select sites have electric hookups; confirm hookup availability when reserving. Lake access is limited at the campground itself, but boat launch and kayak put-in available 3 miles down the road. Firewood available for purchase on-site.

Skip Grove if: You need water/sewer hookups — only electric available on select sites.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations only May-October.. You prefer extensive on-site trails — reviewers note limited trails at the campground; better trails require driving to Daniel Boone National Forest areas.. You need immediate office assistance — check-in issues reported by past campers..

Best time to visit Grove: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Laurel River Lake Picnic Area (London, KY), Holly Bay (LONDON, KY), Craigs Creek Group Area (LONDON, KY), Alum Ford Campground (Oneida, KY).