Carter Caves State Resort Park

Olive Hill, KY

4.7(3,060 reviews)

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About this campground

Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill Kentucky offers full, partial, and primitive (no water, electric, or sewer) hookup RV and tent camping. Beneath the forested hills of this resort, nature has hidden more than 20 twisting caverns. Visit Cascade Cave, where you'll discover a 30-foot underground waterfall.

What campers say

Carter Caves State Resort Park offers extensive cave tours, natural bridges, and a network of trails suitable for short family hikes or longer outings. The lodge and campground are clean and comfortable; rooms often feature balconies and basic amenities, and the on-site restaurant and staff receive frequent praise. Caves stay cool (around 47°F) and tours include options for deeper, hands-on exploration. Practical trade-offs: some newer RV sites were reported uneven, a few campsites lack shade, and the park store can be small or run out of items with limited evening hours. Overall, a scenic, family-friendly destination.

Our summary of 3,060 traveler reviews.