S-Tree Campground

Federal campground in Daniel Boone National Forest

Location: London, KY, KY

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

S-Tree Campground sits on a ridge above Horse Lick Creek near McKee in Jackson County, KY. Each of the 20 first-come, first-served campsites has a picnic table, tent pad, fire ring and lantern pole. The campground’s small first come, first serve picnic area features a historic shelter that was constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

S-Tree Campground offers 20 first-come, first-served tent sites with picnic tables and fire rings on a ridge above Horse Lick Creek. The campground is popular with OHV enthusiasts due to proximity to Renfro Loop OHV Trail #302 and features a historic 1930s CCC shelter.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Copperhead, Red-shouldered Hawk present in area

Insider tips for S-Tree Campground: Book early — federal campground with first-come, first-served sites Avoid camping after hard rains as some sites can become muddy 4-wheel drive vehicle recommended for trail access due to rutted conditions

Skip S-Tree Campground if: Expecting hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. Prefer developed amenities — limited to fire rings and picnic tables.

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

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

Cell Phone Coverage at S-Tree Campground

Cell signal at S-Tree Campground (London, KY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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S-Tree Campground sits on a ridge above Horse Lick Creek near McKee in Jackson County, KY. Each of the 20 first-come, first-served campsites has a picnic table, tent pad, fire ring and lantern pole. The campground’s small first come, first serve picnic area features a historic shelter that was constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites20 sites
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Expecting hookups — no hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ Prefer developed amenities — limited to fire rings and picnic tables

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with first-come, first-served sites

Avoid camping after hard rains as some sites can become muddy

4-wheel drive vehicle recommended for trail access due to rutted conditions

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Copperhead, Red-shouldered Hawk present in area

Location

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606-864-4163· Daniel Boone National Forest
Getting there →

From Berea: travel east on KY 21E (Chestnut/Big Hill Road) for approximately 5 miles until it ends at US 421. Turn right (south) on US 421. Take US 421 west for approximately 18 miles to McKee KY, then turn right (south) on KY 89 for 3 miles, make a slight right (west) on Forest Service Road 43 (S-Tree Road). Go 1 mile, turn left (south) on Forest Service Road 20 and follow the signs. From McKee: Take US 421 west from McKee for 0.5 mile. Turn left (south) on KY 89 for 3 miles, make a slight righ

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Daniel Boone National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Daniel Boone National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does S-Tree Campground cost per night?+
S-Tree Campground costs $15–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is S-Tree Campground open?+
S-Tree Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does S-Tree Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at S-Tree Campground?+
S-Tree Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at S-Tree Campground?+
S-Tree Campground 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 S-Tree Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at S-Tree Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is S-Tree Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
S-Tree Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●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
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$15 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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