Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter Reservations

Barren River Lake, Kentucky

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Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: Kentucky.Kentucky campgrounds

As of November 2026, Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter is a campground in Kentucky with 1 campsite. Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter is located at 36.8935° N, 86.1284° W.

people allowed on each site: 50

Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter reservations and next available dates

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The calendar above shows which nights are open at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter and which are sold out.

Campsites at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter

Group 1
Accessible 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

All sites at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the N/A loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
Tailwater Picnic Shelter	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible

About Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter

Overview

This shelter is adjacent to the Outlet Works below Barren River Lake Dam and Tailwater Campground.

Nearby Attractions

Tailwater Campground & Port Oliver Recreation Area

Rules and notices at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Firewood restrictions are in effect. Due to the spread of invasive insects and disease, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site.

Off-highway vehicles are not permitted.

Boats must meet all Kentucky boating laws and regulations.

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Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter?

Campsites at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter?

Campgrounds near Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter include Tailwater Campground, Quarry Road Picnic Shelter, Baileys Point Campground, The Narrows Campground and The Narrows Picnic Shelter.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter?

Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter?

Cancellations happen frequently at Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter have?

Barren River Lake Tailwater Picnic Shelter has 1 campsites.