Turkey Foot Campground
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Turkey Foot Campground is a National Forest campground near McKee, Kentucky.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Turkey Foot Campground sits inside Daniel Boone National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Fire rings
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 900 ft
37.4660, -83.9166 in Jackson. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Turkey Foot Campground?
No. Turkey Foot Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Turkey Foot Campground?
Camping at Turkey Foot Campground is free.
Is there drinking water at Turkey Foot Campground?
No. Turkey Foot Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Turkey Foot Campground?
Turkey Foot Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Turkey Foot Campground
More campgrounds: camping near McKee and campgrounds in Jackson.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30