Trace Branch Campground

Buckhorn Lake

🏕️ CampgroundJenny Wiley / Dewey LakeKentucky⭐ 4.2 (36)

🟢 6 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22

Availability checked 12h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 28 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.

Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 7h ago.

Book / check availability →🧭 Directions

💡 In short

Trace Branch Campground in Kentucky has 6 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates

Sat Sep 19 – Tue Sep 223 nightsbook these dates →👥 6 in a row, CMPG #S-18–CMPG #S-23 next to each othersites #S-02, #S-04, #S-06, #S-07, #S-08, #S-09, #S-12, #S-13, #S-14, #S-15, #S-16, #S-18, #S-19, #S-20, #S-21, #S-22, #S-23, #S-25, #S-26

Sat Sep 19 – Mon Sep 212 nightsbook these dates →sites #S-27

Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →sites #S-03, #S-11

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 5 in a row, CMPG #S-12–CMPG #S-16 next to each othersites #S-02, #S-03, #S-04, #S-06, #S-07, #S-08, #S-09, #S-12, #S-13, #S-14, #S-15, #S-16, #S-18, #S-19, #S-20, #S-21, #S-22

Sat Sep 26 – Tue Sep 293 nightsbook these dates →sites #S-24

Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 CMPG #S-25 & CMPG #S-26 next to each othersites #S-11, #S-23, #S-25, #S-26

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite CMPG #S-02 — water and electric camping site — **Site CMPG #S-02** · water and electric camping siteusace

Campsite CMPG #S-04 — water and electric hookup site. — **Site CMPG #S-04** · water and electric hookup site.usace

Campsite CMPG #S-06 — electric and water hookup site — **Site CMPG #S-06** · electric and water hookup siteusace

Campsite CMPG #S-07 — water and electric hookup site — **Site CMPG #S-07** · water and electric hookup siteusace

Campsite CMPG #S-08 — water and electric hookup site — **Site CMPG #S-08** · water and electric hookup siteusace

Campsite CMPG #S-09 — water and electric hookup site — **Site CMPG #S-09** · water and electric hookup siteusace

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $24–$60/nightGroup Shelter ElectricStandard Electric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆36 ratings

Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Trace Branch Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Trace Branch Campground?

Trace Branch Campground in Kentucky takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Trace Branch Campground?

Campsite fees at Trace Branch Campground run about $24–$60/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Trace Branch Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Trace Branch Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Trace Branch Campground a good campground?

Trace Branch Campground holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 36 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Trace Branch Campground located?

Trace Branch Campground is located in Jenny Wiley / Dewey Lake, Kentucky. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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