4.44142 reviewsPrice
$32/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$32/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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P O BOX 920, 1551 KY RT 2275, STAFFORDSVILLE, Kentucky, 41256, United States
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Learn more about alerts →Lake-focused campers who want full hookups with a real view: site 18 gets the best angle on the water, and the marina, boat ramp, and crappie fishing are all within the park. The staff gets consistent praise, facilities are clean, and the wooded tent sites are genuinely secluded.
Cell service goes dead here for most carriers, so remote work or staying connected isn't realistic. Early-morning garbage trucks wake light sleepers, and some sites have little shade or privacy. Declining recent sentiment is worth knowing before you book a peak weekend.
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Summer brings the best conditions for water recreation. Daytime highs run mid-70s to mid-80s°F, occasionally pushing into the low 90s, with comfortable nights in the 60s. Ideal for boating, swimming, and late campfires. Humidity is high, and afternoon thunderstorms roll through regularly. Bass and crappie fishing is excellent. Weekends and holidays get busy. Winter sees freezing mornings and occasional snow. Spring delivers moderate rainfall that wakes up the wildflowers.
Spring wildflowers and hiking are highlighted; pleasant temperatures noted.
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Paintsville Lake State Park offers a wide range of amenities and facilities which include a bathhouse, hot showers, boating opportunities, hiking trails, a marina, picnic shelters, fire rings, picnic tables, and a playground. Additional features include laundry facilities, handicap access, and a campground host. Firewood is available for purchase at the camp gate for $6 per bundle. Nearby, campers can access fuel, groceries, and other supplies, ensuring convenience.
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Site #18 provides lake views and is recommended for its scenic location.
Site #20 offers full hookups, a back-in layout, and proximity to playgrounds and bathhouses.
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