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Alum Ford Campground

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Overview

The basics: where it is, who runs it, and what's nearby. Booking happens on the operator's site.

About this campground

Federal campground in Kentucky near a ford crossing, offering a straightforward base for exploring the local waterway and surrounding countryside.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds close by, nearest first. Reservable sites can be booked on Recreation.gov; check live availability on each.

Alum Ford Campground
0.1 mi away · Reservable
Barren Fork Horse Camp
4.5 mi away
Blue Heron Campground
6.1 mi away · Reservable
Blue Heron Campground
6.2 mi away · Reservable
Bear Creek Horse Camp
8.5 mi away · Reservable
Bear Creek Campground - KY
8.6 mi away · Reservable
Sandhill RV Park
7.4 mi away
Bell Farm Horse Camp
9.4 mi away · Reservable
Bell Farm Horse Camp
9.4 mi away

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