WAX
WAX is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Kentucky. Hookups: full hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 37.34167, -86.12917
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 270-242-7578
About WAX
Overview Wax Campground sits on the shores of Nolin River Lake in the rolling landscape of southern Kentucky. The large lake and surrounding greenery create a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. Click here for a tour of the lake. 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 within the Moutardier Recreation Area, is known for its array of wildflowers and greenery. Facilities Wax Campground offers 110 reservable campsites, complete with modern amenities like electric hookups and flush toilets. Campsites are located along the shoreline, allowing easy access to the lake and beaches for visitors. 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. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (270) 286-4511.
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Airgas · 27 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wax Campground | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Dog Creek Campground | Private campground | 1.4 mi | — | — |
| Dog Creek (Ky) | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.4 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Nolin Lake State Park Campsite | Private campground | 5.8 mi | — | — |
| Moutardier | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 6.0 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Moutardier Campground | Private campground | 6.1 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.