Bear Creek Campground - KY

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National Park Service

Campground · National Park Service Fees: Campsite Fee: $28.00 Reservations: Bear Creek Horse Camp is now operated by the National Park Service. Camping reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777 or online at www.recreation.gov. Unreserved sites are available on a… Overview Bear Creek Horse Camp is located in the Kentucky portion of Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Recreation Numerous trails snake through the recreation area, offering mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding for visitors. Facilities Bear Creek combines the experience of traditional woods camping with the modern conveniences of flush toilets, hot showers and electric hookups. Sites can accommodate both RV and tent camping. Tie-stalls are available on each site. Natural Features Big South Fork is located in north-central Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky in some of the most rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. The park encompasses approximately 125,000 acres including rocky gorges and forested plateaus. Nearby Attractions Just a few miles from the campground is Blue Heron Mine, also known as Mine 18, a historic abandoned mining town that has been… Getting there: For detailed directions, please visit: http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/directions.htm Phone: (423) 286-7275 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251468 Source: Recreation.gov, National Park Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: NPS