Best Outdoor & Camping for Somerset, KY

With the Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Falls and dozens of lakeside campgrounds nearby, Somerset is a camping hub.  Tents, stoves, hammocks and backpacks here are chosen for Kentucky's humid summers and cool fall nights.

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CORE 9 Person Instant Cabin Tent | Large Multi Room Family Pop Up Tent for 2 Minute Camp Setup for Outdoor & Camping in Somerset, KY

CORE 9 Person Instant Cabin Tent | Large Multi Room Family Pop Up Tent for 2 Minute Camp Setup

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4 Person Camping Tent for Outdoor & Camping in Somerset, KY

4 Person Camping Tent

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Camping Hammock With Bug Net for Outdoor & Camping in Somerset, KY

Camping Hammock With Bug Net

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Portable Camping Stove for Outdoor & Camping in Somerset, KY

Portable Camping Stove

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Rechargeable LED Headlamp for Outdoor & Camping in Somerset, KY

Rechargeable LED Headlamp

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Local FAQs

Where can I camp near Somerset, KY?

Popular options include General Burnside Island State Park, Fishing Creek and Waitsboro recreation areas on Lake Cumberland, and primitive sites in the Daniel Boone National Forest.

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What should I pack for camping in Kentucky?

A rain-rated  tent, bug spray with DEET or picaridin, layered clothing, a headlamp and a portable stove. Kentucky  weather can change quickly.

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