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Kentucky · Recreation.gov

Holly Bay Campground

36.9797° N / 84.2676° W · Data Sep 18 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Sep 20Next open weekend Sep 2561 detected openings this week70 monitored sites

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Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 61 site openings here in the last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232259

When Holly Bay reopens

Holly Bay's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 7 days
61
Openings · last 30 days
117
Openings · last 90 days
130

Weekday pattern

Detected openings by day of week · 90d
010203040504329121091512MONTUEWEDTHUFRISATSUNOPENINGS RECORDED · LAST 90 DAYS · N = 130

Monday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 43 of 130 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Monday (33.1%), with Tuesday (29) and Saturday (15) next in line.

Hour-of-day pattern

First detected by hour · local time · last 90 days
05101520252321000408121620HOUR OF DAY (24H) · ET · LAST 90 DAYS

The largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 16:00 and 17:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 44 of 130 detected openings (33.8%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Eastern Time, not when the change was made upstream.

Lead-time profile

Days before stay date · percentiles
P25 · 12DMEDIAN · 25 DAYS OUTP75 · 32D0306090120150180DAYS BEFORE STAY DATE

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 25 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 12–32 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.

Highest-churn sites

Most openings · 90d
SiteOpeningsShare of all openings
2  1310.0%
D04  129.2%
9  107.7%
D01  96.9%
E3  86.2%

Site 2 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 13. One free watch covers every site here.

02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 70 monitored sites

Of the 2,660 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 1,145 open for online reservation · 1,077 reserved · 198 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 240 closed. Of the facility's 70 monitored sites, 65 can be reserved online and 5 are first-come, first-served.

Where the open windows are

57% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 1,145 of 2,660 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027
Not open online57%
Open site-nights1,145 / 2,660
Reserved (of online inventory)1,077 / 2,222
Weekday openings749
Weekend openings396

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 749 fall on weekdays and 396 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

Sep 2026 – Mar 2027
02505007501,0001,250381468296SEPOCTMARSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

October holds the most room. 468 of 1,190 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 70 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Labor DaySAT Sep 50None open
SUN Sep 60None open
MON Sep 70None open
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 260None open
FRI Nov 270None open
SAT Nov 280None open
ChristmasTHU Dec 240None open
FRI Dec 250None open
New YearTHU Dec 310None open
FRI Jan 10None open

Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night.

Best-availability sites

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
9  30
F12  28
E2  27
13  26
2  26

The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.

Next windows

As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshot
Next open dateSun · Sep 20
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25

The next bookable night is Sep 20; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.

Stays and site detail

1,145 open site-nights across 65 sites at Holly Bay, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 205 2-night, 172 3-night, 62 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 20 at site 11.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 90 ft. 68 sites take 25 ft, 49 sites take 35 ft, 40 sites take 40 ft.

Showing 60 of 65 sites with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
976 ftYes3018 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +18 more
F1225 ftYes289 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3 +16 more
E225 ftYes2711 nightsSep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +15 more
1370 ftYes2615 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +14 more
290 ftYes268 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 5, Oct 6 +14 more
570 ftYes2611 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +14 more
D0750 ftYes258 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +13 more
E325 ftYes2512 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3 +13 more
H0245 ftYes2520 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4 +13 more
1065 ftYes248 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 12, Oct 13 +12 more
F1025 ftYes248 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 12 +12 more
F720 ftYes249 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5 +12 more
H1630 ftYes2314 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +11 more
D0945 ftYes228 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 12, Oct 13 +10 more
H0435 ftYes2211 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 5 +10 more
H1335 ftYes2218 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4 +10 more
H1435 ftYes2218 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4 +10 more
370 ftYes218 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 28, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13 +9 more
D0340 ftYes218 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14 +9 more
E725 ftYes218 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4 +9 more
H0330 ftYes219 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5 +9 more
D1045 ftYes208 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 12 +8 more
E625 ftYes208 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 6, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14 +8 more
F1125 ftYes208 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +8 more
F325 ftYes208 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 16, Oct 17 +8 more
F525 ftYes208 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15 +8 more
D0150 ftYes198 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Mar 12, 2027 +7 more
D0240 ftYes198 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Mar 12, 2027 +7 more
D0635 ftYes198 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Mar 12, 2027 +7 more
F425 ftYes198 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 12, Mar 12, 2027 +7 more
F820 ftYes198 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 15, Oct 16, Oct 17, Mar 12, 2027 +7 more
H1535 ftYes198 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +7 more
1180 ftYes1818 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +6 more
D0840 ftYes188 nightsSep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 14, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027 +6 more
165 ftYes1715 nightsSep 22, Sep 23, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10 +5 more
770 ftYes178 nightsSep 20, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 12, Oct 13, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027 +5 more
D0535 ftYes178 nightsSep 20, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027 +5 more
E425 ftYes178 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 8, Oct 12, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027 +5 more
F225 ftYes178 nightsSep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027 +5 more
H0940 ftYes1713 nightsSep 23, Sep 24, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12 +5 more
H1850 ftYes175 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 7, Oct 8 +5 more
1183 ftYes168 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 16, Oct 17, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027 +4 more
1258 ftYes168 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Oct 4, Oct 16, Oct 17, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027 +4 more
D0440 ftYes168 nightsSep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027 +4 more
F625 ftYes168 nightsSep 20, Sep 23, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 12, Oct 14, Oct 15, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027 +4 more
H0635 ftYes165 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5 +4 more
H1750 ftYes1512 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +3 more
H1935 ftYes1511 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14 +3 more
1270 ftYes145 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +2 more
975 ftYes145 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7 +2 more
H1240 ftYes145 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6 +2 more
660 ftYes138 nightsSep 20, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 13, Oct 14, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027, Mar 16, 2027, Mar 17, 2027, Mar 18, 2027 +1 more
H0530 ftYes136 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13 +1 more
H1150 ftYes138 nightsSep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12 +1 more
F925 ftYes128 nightsSep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 8, Mar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027, Mar 16, 2027, Mar 17, 2027, Mar 18, 2027, Mar 19, 2027
285 ftYes119 nightsSep 23, Sep 27, Oct 9, Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 16, Oct 17
480 ftYes104 nightsSep 24, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14
H0850 ftYes105 nightsSep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14
E525 ftYes88 nightsMar 12, 2027, Mar 13, 2027, Mar 14, 2027, Mar 15, 2027, Mar 16, 2027, Mar 17, 2027, Mar 18, 2027, Mar 19, 2027
670 ftYes75 nightsSep 22, Sep 24, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1

About Holly Bay

Overview

Holly Bay, located two miles north of the Laurel River Dam, sits on the west side of Laurel River Lake. Visitors enjoy the campground for its proximity to the water and beautifully forested location. Plus, Holly Bay is ideal for activities like power boating, canoeing and fishing.

The forest was named after Daniel Boone, a famous frontiersman and explorer who settled in Kentucky in the late 18th century.

Recreation

Boating and water activities are a favorite among campers of all ages. For the convenience and safety of our guests, a private boat ramp is located within the campground and is available exclusively for registered camping guests—there is no public access. Anglers will enjoy fishing in Laurel River Lake, which is well known for its healthy populations of bass, trout, crappie, and bluegill, making it a great spot for both experienced fishermen and families introducing children to fishing. A public-use swimming beach is located just a couple of miles away and is available at no cost.

Guests who enjoy hiking can explore the 4.2-mile Sheltowee Trace Trail, which begins near the campground and leads to the dam, offering a scenic and family-friendly way to experience the natural beauty of the area.

Recreation Sites offer:

Standard Electric Campsite (Overnight Use) - Includes electric and water hookups for a comfortable overnight stay.

Primitive Campsites - (No Electric or Water Hookups) for a peaceful simple camping experience.

Facilities

The campground features both single- and double-family campsites, with select sites offering 20-, 30-, or 50-amp electric hookups. Several campsites provide scenic views overlooking the lake, creating a relaxing and picturesque setting for guests.

Campers have access to modern amenities, including flush toilets (with one accessible facility), two shower houses, potable drinking water, and a convenient dump station. Firewood and ice are also available for purchase.

Natural Features

Most campsites are nestled among a beautiful mix of hardwood trees, offering shade in the summer and picture-perfect colors during the autumn season. The Laurel River Lake spans 5,600 acres of deep, clear water, with 192 miles of scenic, cliff-lined shoreline to explore and enjoy. Rolling hills from the Appalachian foothills surround the lake, creating a peaceful and memorable backdrop for family adventures, relaxation, and time spent together in nature.

Nearby Attractions

Cumberland Falls – Known as the “Niagara of the South,” this stunning waterfall is just a short drive from Holly Bay. Enjoy hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and the rare chance to see a moonbow on clear nights.

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park – Offers picnic areas, hiking trails, and a lodge with dining, perfect for a day trip with the family.

Laurel River Lake – Just minutes from the campground, enjoy fishing, boating, and peaceful lakeside views.

Sheltowee Trace Trail – A 4.2-mile trail near the campground that leads to the dam, ideal for family hikes and nature walks.

Dog Slaughter Falls – A hidden gem waterfall and short hiking trail for adventurous families.

Local Historic Sites – Explore nearby small-town museums, historic bridges, and landmarks for a taste of Appalachian culture.

70 monitored sites5 FCFS sitesRVs up to 90 ft70 with hookups70 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 12

Getting there

From London, Kentucky, take Exit 38 off I-75. Turn west on KY 192, then go 14.2 miles and turn south (left) on KY 1193. Follow signs to Holly Bay Campground entrance (3 miles).

London Ranger District, London, KY 40744606-528-6156
BikingBoatingCampingFishingSwimming Site

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Holly Bay?

Reservations for Holly Bay are made through Recreation.gov. 1,145 of 2,660 tracked site-nights are currently open (43%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 130 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?

No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.

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 15:19 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.

How often do new openings appear at Holly Bay?

Campsite Sniper detected 61 site-date openings at Holly Bay in the last 7 days, 117 over 30 days and 130 over the last 90.

Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Holly Bay?

Monday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 43 of 130 (33.1%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.

Can I get a multi-night stay at Holly Bay?

172 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 20 at site 11. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.

Which sites at Holly Bay fit a 35-foot RV?

49 of the 70 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 90 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Holly Bay?

October 2026, with 468 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,190.

How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Holly Bay?

Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 25 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 12-32 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.

When is the next open date at Holly Bay?

As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 20 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.

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