German Campground

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German Campground

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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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"Reviews for German Campground are overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing a beautiful, peaceful, and very clean setting with great fishing and family‑friendly vibes. Campers consistently praise the well‑kept grounds, clean bathrooms, affordable prices, and especially the extremely kind, helpful staff. Many say they would highly recommend it and plan to return."

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About German Campground

Nestled in the heart of eastern Kentucky's scenic landscape, German Campground serves as your gateway to the Dewey Lake recreation area. This welcoming retreat offers visitors a perfect basecamp for exploring one of the region's most beloved lakeside destinations.
German Campground is part of the Dewey Lake recreation area.
Natural Features and SceneryThe campground's setting within the Dewey Lake recreation area places you at the doorstep of pristine waters and rolling Appalachian foothills. Wake up to misty mornings over the lake's calm surface, where the surrounding forest-clad hills create a natural amphitheater of tranquility. The lake itself becomes your playground, its waters reflecting the changing Kentucky skies while offering endless opportunities for waterside relaxation and adventure.
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German Campground is part of the Dewey Lake recreation area.
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  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresLocated on Dewey Lake (part of the Dewey Lake recreation area).

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4.6
31 reviews
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German Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews for German Campground are overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing a beautiful, peaceful, and very clean setting with great fishing and family‑friendly vibes. Campers consistently praise the well‑kept grounds, clean bathrooms, affordable prices, and especially the extremely kind, helpful staff. Many say they would highly recommend it and plan to return.
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Based on 31 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the scenic, waterfront location with lots of wildlife, hiking trails, and strong fishing opportunities. The grounds and bathrooms are repeatedly described as very clean and well...
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Common Concerns

Only a couple of mild concerns appear: one reviewer notes that there aren’t many lights in the campground, making it difficult to see at night, and another mentions that the narrow, steep mountain...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Several reviewers recommend arriving during daylight because there are few lights, making navigation at night harder. Those driving or towing larger campers should be prepared for a narrow, steep...
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Camper Quotes

“Absolutely beautiful location. Bathrooms are always clean and tidy. Grounds are kept cut and clean. The staff, are friendly and do everything they can to help you.” “Prettiest, cleanest, and best...
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Accessibility Features

Access in a vehicle, especially with larger rigs, may be challenging due to a “narrow, steep, mountain road” leading to the campground, which one reviewer describes as potentially scary for people...
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Pet-Friendly Features

One review explicitly notes the campground is “Dog friendly,” and it’s mentioned as a great place to camp with friends, family, and pets. No leash rules or pet facility details are given, but...
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