Laurel River Lake — lakeside, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
London, KY, KY★ 3.4 (14 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on a peninsula along the shores of Laurel River Lake. The picnic area provides 19 individual picnic sites which are first-come, first-serve, and two reservable shelters. There is no overnight camping allowed in the area.
Best for:HikersSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups2 electric sites
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water
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:✕ Seeking overnight camping — no overnight camping is allowed✕ Needing hookups — no hookups available at sites✕ Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryThis is a day-use picnic area only
no overnight camping despite some Google review confusion
Book early as it is a federal campground with high demand
Large sandy beach and maintained volleyball courts available for recreation
Best: May-October
Official operating season as listed in verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Black-and-white Warbler, Red-eyed Vireo, Black-throated Blue Warbler, Eastern Towhee, Red-bellied Snake, and Eastern Box Turtle.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
606-864-6412· Laurel River Lake
Getting there →
From London, Kentucky, head west on HWY 192 for approximately 15 miles. Turn slight left onto KY-1193. Continue on KY-1193 until arrive at destination on left. Area is marked by "Laurel Dam Picnic Area" signs.
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 — Laurel River Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Laurel River Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Laurel River Lake Picnic Area cost per night?+
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area costs $45–$65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Laurel River Lake Picnic Area open?+
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Laurel River Lake Picnic Area have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Laurel River Lake Picnic Area?+
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Laurel River Lake Picnic Area?+
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area 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 Laurel River Lake Picnic Area?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Laurel River Lake Picnic Area is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Laurel River Lake Picnic Area open, and what are check-in times?+
Laurel River Lake Picnic Area 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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$45 /night★ 3.4 (14)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
FAQ
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