What are the hours and season for Holmes Bend?

Holmes Bend is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Holmes Bend?

Holmes Bend is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Holmes Bend"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/holmes-bend to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Holmes Bend

Green River Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Campbellsville, KY4.3 (308)

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Situated along Kentucky’s Highland Rim, Holmes Bend Campground is surrounded by forested tracks, rolling meadows and the pristine banks of Green River Lake. Green River Lake area encompasses a total of some 32,000 acres in the central portion of Kentucky, creating countless recreational activities for visitors on the water and on land.The Corps of Engineers Visitor Center and the Historical Civil War Atkinson-Griffin Log Cabin are located only a short 10 miles northwest from Holmes Bend . Several historical attractions and National Parks are located within an hour of Green River Lake, including the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln and Mammoth Cave National Park.

Things to do nearby

Green River LakeClick here for the Green River

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Flush Toilets

Drinking Water

Showers

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 Holmes Bend cost per night?+

Holmes Bend costs $20–$32 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What season is Holmes Bend open?+

Holmes Bend is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Holmes Bend have hookups?+

Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What is the maximum RV length at Holmes Bend?+

Holmes Bend can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Holmes Bend?+

Holmes Bend 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 Holmes Bend from the nearest town?+

Holmes Bend is located in Campbellsville, KY. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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