Linton
Linton is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Kentucky. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 36.68758, -87.91060
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Swimming Site, Visitor Center
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- LAKE BARKLEY RESOURCE MANAGERS OFFICE: 270-362-4236
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Linton
Overview Linton Recreation area is a day-use haven that sits on Lake Barkley near wooded rolling hills and abundant wildlife. Whether it's a gathering of family or friends, visitors can enjoy the the excellent atmosphere beautiful scenery. Recreation Boating and fishing are a big hit, as is swimming in the designated sandy swimming area and playing sports like soccer or Frisbee in the grassy open fields. Facilities The accessible picnic shelter fits 100 guests and 50 vehicles. Other perks include a flush toilet, playground, grills and swimming beach. No electric hookups are available. Natural Features The recreation area is on the shores of Lake Barkley, nestled in the wooded, rolling hills of southwestern Kentucky, very close to the border with Tennessee. Lake Barkley covers 57,900 acres with 1,004 miles of shoreline and offers warm water temperatures for comfortable recreation during summer months. Nearby Attractions Visit Fort Donelson National Battlefield, where the Union Army won its first battle in the Civil War. Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is just across the lake and features more than 170,000 acres of public land with numerous historical and outdoor attractions.
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dump Station · 16 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Fortner Gas · 14 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 166 designated routes (218 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumpus Mills | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 5.0 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Neville Bay Backcountry Camping | National forest camping area | 5.1 mi | — | — |
| Bacon Creek Primitive Horse Camp | National forest camping area | 6.0 mi | — | — |
| Wranglers Campground | RV park | 6.1 mi | — | — |
| Wranglers Campground | National forest horse camp | 6.1 mi | — | — |
| Rushing Creek Camping Area | National forest camping area | 7.8 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.