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Rating breakdown
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5 ★58%
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4 ★17%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Natural Bridge Campground?
- Natural Bridge Campground is rated 4.1 out of 5 based on 262 reviews.
- Where is Natural Bridge Campground located?
- 90 L&E Railroad Pl, Slade, KY 40376
- How can I contact Natural Bridge Campground?
- Phone: (606) 663-9352 · Website: naturalbridge.camp
Very friendly and accommodating staff. We were booked to a nearby RV park, but we couldn't make the drop into the entrance with Class A pulling a trailer. We canceled that reservation and found this gem Same-Day. Site was very beautiful, clean, yard workers there when we were leaving.
Fish pond great for kids and a nearby creek. Offer 30/ 50 amp, water, Picnic table in fire ring. Fire wood sales there as well. Only 10 minutes either way from Natural bridge or Nada Tunnel. Rest stop around the corner to stage/connect or unconnect trailers if needed.
Fish pond great for kids and a nearby creek. Offer 30/ 50 amp, water, Picnic table in fire ring. Fire wood sales there as well. Only 10 minutes either way from Natural bridge or Nada Tunnel. Rest stop around the corner to stage/connect or unconnect trailers if needed.
I first camped here almost 5 years ago and I liked it so I invited my boyfriend to come with me this time since he has never been and I love Red River Gorge. This campground is easily accessible, close to many things you may need, and at least the pond, groubds, and areas we saw were well cared for. We stayed in the star gazer cabin and while it was cute, it was a bit dirty. And i know "its camping, there are bound to be some bugs and dirt" but there were dead wasps everywhere in the cabin and some not dead that we killed. The jacuzzi tub did not fill properly for us at all, he ran it for 30min and got less than an inch of water. The first night i stepped out of bed and jumped because i stepped in something squishy. Turns out there was a tree frog in our cabin. The bed was awful. Super stiff and uncomfortable. Outside of the cabin, the staff was friendly. I appreciated the calls for confirmation leading up to our visit. We really didnt hear too much road noise and the campground was pretty quiet. They were pretty much out of firewood but allowed us to have some free since they had no way to chop it and it was not as dry as they like it to be before selling it. I would camp here again, but probably not get another cabin. It was bot worth the price.
We enjoyed our stay for Memorial Day weekend. Had a great view of the colorfully lit fountain on the lake. Campground kitty, Buddy, spent Thu night and Friday morning hanging out, sadly we didn't see his pretty face again over the weekend. [Imagined he was home for the weekend]
Pitfall to a class A, we weren't really able to venture out for the beauty, the hiking, Rock jumping, events like the ice cream social.
Maybe an area wide shuttle bus would be nice; as GPS equated the 6 minute drive to The Natural Bridge to an hour and a half walk. On roadways that didn't feel they were meant for walking.
That said? I needed the relaxation that was in abundance for us this trip. Definitely will return!
Pitfall to a class A, we weren't really able to venture out for the beauty, the hiking, Rock jumping, events like the ice cream social.
Maybe an area wide shuttle bus would be nice; as GPS equated the 6 minute drive to The Natural Bridge to an hour and a half walk. On roadways that didn't feel they were meant for walking.
That said? I needed the relaxation that was in abundance for us this trip. Definitely will return!
Will start with the good. The scenery was amazing. Definitely a great spot with a TON of potential. The pond looked nice, it was definitely dyed. The fountain in the middle was cool, and lit up with different colors at night. The kids were excited to fish. We never made it to a bait shop, but we did catch some crawdads in the tiny stream behind the shower house to use as bait.
The not so great: Be sure to bring a long hose for water. There is not a dedicated water spigot for each site. It looked like most RV site shared one. The managers did have "Y" splitters to use and a long hose we borrowed to fill up our tank, then we just used the pump. Luckily we only stayed 2 days and didn't have to refill. It is just a big field, not any privacy if thats what your into. As mentioned before, the bathrooms and showers are pretty rough. Honestly, if they could get a better bath and shower situation going, it could easily be a 5 star. It is a little narrow getting into the park. Note that there is a dump station, no sewer at each site.
The not so great: Be sure to bring a long hose for water. There is not a dedicated water spigot for each site. It looked like most RV site shared one. The managers did have "Y" splitters to use and a long hose we borrowed to fill up our tank, then we just used the pump. Luckily we only stayed 2 days and didn't have to refill. It is just a big field, not any privacy if thats what your into. As mentioned before, the bathrooms and showers are pretty rough. Honestly, if they could get a better bath and shower situation going, it could easily be a 5 star. It is a little narrow getting into the park. Note that there is a dump station, no sewer at each site.
It's so peaceful and beautiful! The sell wheelbarrows of wood for only $20. Two Wheelbarrows lasted 4 days so it's a lot of dire wood. Bathrooms are clean, water in the first shower was hot enough...didn't use the second one.
A pretty, quiet and simple camping park in a convenient and lovely spot. Very pet friendly. People seem very nice. Nice bathrooms/shower facilities for camping. They are continually improving the area with a camp store in the plans. Great place for little ones to learn to fish.
Natural Bridge Campground, privately owned was acquired & now managed by Red River Gorge Vacations. This is a first for me to write a negative review regarding a camp experience &we've been camping for 8 years at least 5 months each year. The campground itself is very nice with mountains all around. Disappointed in mgmt with our check in. door to office mostly locked & she stood on the steps outside to talk to me when we checked in. Told her we were reserved at site "x" with a response was OK, go on over. Nothing else. No paper, explanation/info on wifi or restrooms or any info about grounds. There was trash in our firepit. Not once in the week we were there did we see anyone check on sites when campers left. One day I saw 2 guys "rake" 2 sites nearby as the gravel had deep ruts. Never did they try to rake along roadside where there were muddy ruts.
For us RVr's, plan on using your own restroom/ shower facilities! Tent campers-good luvk. Theirs are in 2 separate bldgs, Men's/ women's restroom all under one roof with no separation, yes doors on each of the few stalls. They were the dirtiest & smelliest I've ever witnessed. We were there for a week & I can tell you I'd rather used portholes or better just squat in the woods. The shower house floors felt like you were going to fall through the floor they were so soft. Shower curtains full of mold & the floor was a pink in color às sometimes a toilet bowl gets from water sitting too long. Both bldgs stunk so bad. It's such a shame because they are building beautiful cabins along the same side as these shower/restroom (very old bldgs) & should be putting some $$ into restroom/showers. There were alot of tent campers but even for a weekend & us leaving on weekday the trash cans full, toilets look like they hadn't been cleaned in weeks. We were self contained but for a full week with only water/ elec sites, having a clean restroom would've been helpful. I sure hope they put money into their restrooms/ showers for guests. We drove thru the state park Middle Fork- it was much better & cheaper, tighter sites. We had 4 tents, young adults, next to us that also complained of bathrooms & their check in. they were supposed to have electric at both sites, only one box. They too were going to write review. Pictures are the restroom, hallway is the Men/Women combined restroom(s)
For us RVr's, plan on using your own restroom/ shower facilities! Tent campers-good luvk. Theirs are in 2 separate bldgs, Men's/ women's restroom all under one roof with no separation, yes doors on each of the few stalls. They were the dirtiest & smelliest I've ever witnessed. We were there for a week & I can tell you I'd rather used portholes or better just squat in the woods. The shower house floors felt like you were going to fall through the floor they were so soft. Shower curtains full of mold & the floor was a pink in color às sometimes a toilet bowl gets from water sitting too long. Both bldgs stunk so bad. It's such a shame because they are building beautiful cabins along the same side as these shower/restroom (very old bldgs) & should be putting some $$ into restroom/showers. There were alot of tent campers but even for a weekend & us leaving on weekday the trash cans full, toilets look like they hadn't been cleaned in weeks. We were self contained but for a full week with only water/ elec sites, having a clean restroom would've been helpful. I sure hope they put money into their restrooms/ showers for guests. We drove thru the state park Middle Fork- it was much better & cheaper, tighter sites. We had 4 tents, young adults, next to us that also complained of bathrooms & their check in. they were supposed to have electric at both sites, only one box. They too were going to write review. Pictures are the restroom, hallway is the Men/Women combined restroom(s)
Spent 3 nights memorial day weekend here. The price was 30 a night for the primitive tent site. Which is a little high for the area. The wood is 20 dollars a barrel which is also very expensive for the area The site it's self was right on a little creek and was very pleasant. The primitive sites do not include a fire ring or electric or a picnic table but we did have a table on our site. The bathhouses were dirty and the water pressure was lacking and cold at times. The bathrooms which are in a separate building were fairly clean and accessible. There is a pond on site where you can fish and the location is ideal for the are. Booking online was hassle free and check in was no problem. Laid back atmosphere overall it was a peaceful and pleasant experience.
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