Guist Creek Marina and RV Resort
The Guist Creek RV park is open from March 1 through November and offers sites with hookups (30- or 50-amp electric, water and sewer) and "dry" primitive camp sites without hookups. Guests have access to the showers, private bathrooms and dump station. Activities at and around the Guist Creek RV Park include boating (rentals are available at the adjoining marina), water skiing and fishing. The Squire Boone Loop Trail is in the Clear Creek State Park for those seeking hiking in the area.
Guist Creek Marina and RV Resort
11990 Boat Dock Road
Shelbyville, KY 40065
(502) 647-5359
guistcreek.com
Elkhorn Campground
The Elkhorn is a family-owned RV park that has been offering campsites since 1987. RVs of all sizes can be accommodated. Hookups include 30- or 50-amp electric, water, sewer and cable TV. The campground has a guest pavilion, hot showers, private bathrooms, an arcade room, picnic area and a fire pit. Pets are allowed. Nearby attractions include the horse country surrounding Frankfurt, Versailles and Midway.
Elkhorn Campground
165 North Scruggs Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 695-9154
elkhorncampground.com
Lpuisville Metro KOA
The Louisville Metro KOA is conveniently located near both Louisville and Campbellsburg. The KOA can accommodate RVs of all sizes and rigs with slide-outs. Hookups include sewer, water, cable TV, Wi-F, and 20-, 30- or 50-amp electric. Pets are allowed but should remain leashed while in the campground. Showers, private toilets, playground, and laundry room are on the grounds for guest use. AAA and Good Sam club discounts are offered to those with membership cards. Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum are within a hour's drive. Six Flags Amusement Park, the Louisville Slugger Museum and the Louisville Zoo are all close enough for day trips from the KOA.
Louisville Metro KOA
900 Marriott Drive
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-4474
koa.com/where/KY/17138/
Article Written By Eric Cedric
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Cedric now resides in California. He's published in "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Cedric was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Belize. Cedric attended Syracuse University and is a private pilot.
