No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Moutardier Day Use continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 183 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 43 closed · 140 unavailable (cause unspecified).
No online availability right now
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Of the 183 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 43 closed · 140 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open reservation dates across the tracked window — these reservation dates are a mix of reserved, closed, unreleased and non-reservable dates.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 1 shelter| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked date. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked date. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked date. New Year: no online availability on any tracked date.
About Moutardier Day Use
Overview
Moutardier Day Use area is located adjacent to Moutardier Campground and Moutardier Marina on Nolin River Lake. The Day use area has restrooms, playgrounds, picnic tables, boat ramp, courtesy docks, fishing piers, and a reservable group shelter.
Recreation
Known for its unique blue/green water, Nolin Lake is one of the top lakes in Kentucky for catfish, bass, crappie and walleye fishing.
Visitors can enjoy scenic canoe and boat trips along the river, part of which is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. Boat ramps are provided around the lake for campers' convenience.
The Moutardier, Ponderosa and Wax Marinas are located around the lake and offer pontoon and john boat rentals, as well as boat slips and groceries, bait, gas and more.
Several hiking trails also wind along the shoreline and into the surrounding forest. Shady Creek Trail, located in the Moutardier Recreation Area, is known for its array of wildflowers and greenery.
Natural Features
Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws more than two million visitors each year to enjoy water sports and camping in the surrounding expanse of rolling forest.
Getting there
From Bowling Green, KY Follow US 31W North from Bowling Green for approximately 14 miles then turn left onto KY 101. In appriximately 6 miles, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy259 North for 16 miles before turning right on KY 2067. Drive approximately 2 miles and you'll see signs for the Moutardier. Go past Moutardier Campground. Total driving distance from Bowling Green is about 37 miles; driving time is around 55 minutes. From Louisville, KY Take I-65 south from Louisville for approximately 45 miles. Take exit 91, Follow WK Pkwy for 29 miles to exit 107(Hwy 259) Follow 259 South for 12 miles. Turn left on KY 2067. Drive approximately 2 miles and you'll see signs for the Moutardier. Go past Moutardier Campground. Total dricing distance from Louisville is about 88 miles; driving time is around 1 hour and 40 minutes. From Nashville, TN Take I65 North for approximately 66 miles. Merge onto KY 446 via exit 28 (towards Hwy 31W) Follow 31W North for approximately 10 miles, then turn left on KY 101. In appriximately 6 miles, Hwy 101 becomes Hwy 259 North. Follow Hwy259 North for 16 miles before turning right on KY 2067. Drive approximately 2 miles and you'll see signs for the Moutardier. Go past Moutardier Campground. Total driving distance from Nashville is about 100 miles; driving time is around 1 hour, 45 minutes.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Moutardier Day Use?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 183 tracked reservation dates open for online reservation at Moutardier Day Use. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
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How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 14:17 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Does Moutardier Day Use have online availability right now?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, none of the 183 tracked reservation dates are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.
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