SOMERSET, KY - Fishing Creek Campground at Lake Cumberland reopened June 30, 2025 and is now available for first-come, first-served camping through the remainder of the 2025 recreation season.

“I am extremely proud of the tremendous work performed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees and contractors who collaborated on the first phase of campground repairs,” said Jonathan Friedman, natural resources program manager. “The public treasures this campground, and we’re glad to get this resource back in service for the remainder of the 2025 recreation season.”

Maintenance crews replaced more than 400 feet of water line, digging through solid rock to remove the aging, 30-year-old pipe and install new line with additional shut-off valves to improve future service. Additional water line repairs are scheduled after the camping season ends.

For the rest of the 2025 season, campsites at Fishing Creek Campground are available only on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations will be accepted.

Campers must select and pay for their site upon arrival using Recreation.gov or the Recreation.gov app, available for Android and iOS devices.

For more information, visit www.recreation.gov.