Details
Maple Springs Loop Road, Mammoth Cave, KY, 42259
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
Table Of Contents
Campground Overview
Introduction
Maple Springs Group Campground lies on the park's north side, six miles from the visitor center and three miles north of Green River Ferry. This campground offers more secluded sites ideal for larger groups of campers and their horse companions. All sites have electric and water hookups for RVs. This campground is a natural launching-point for forays along the more than 70 miles of backcountry trails in Mammoth Cave National Park.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Open Season
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Potable Water
Directions
From the south, take the Mammoth Cave Pkwy toward the Visitor Center. At the intersection with Green River Ferry Rd, turn left onto Green River Ferry Rd. At Green River, cross the river by ferry and continue onward until the Maple Springs Loop Rd appears on your Left. Turn left onto Maple Springs Loop Rd. In approximately ¼ mile, Maple Springs Group Campground will be on your left. From the north, take KY259 to KY728 to KY1827 to KY1352, then follow Green River Ferry Rd to Maple Springs Loop Rd.
Rates & Fees
Maple Springs Group Campground - Regular Group Site - Water/Electric Hookups
Regular Group Site - No Horses - One fire ring, one picnic table, maximum number per group: 16, maximum stay 14 days in a calendar year.
Maple Springs Group Campground - Equestrian Site - Water/Electric Hookups
Equestrian site with water and electric hookups - Horses permitted - One fire ring, one picnic table, maximum number per group: 16, maximum stay 14 days in a calendar year. Do not picket horses to live trees. Horse trailers must remain on pavement.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Keep fires within provided fire rings. Use only dead and down wood for fires. Observe all posted fire condition warnings and regulations.Regulations Overview
• Camp only in designated sites. • Reserve a site on Recreation.gov, or call 1-877-444-6777. No refunds. • Check-out time is 11 am. Check-in time is 1 pm. • Maximum of 24 persons per site, 8 horses per equine site. Maximum 14 day stay in calendar year. • Quiet hours: 10 pm - 6 am. • Mark your occupied campsite when you leave. • Articles left unattended on an unpaid campsite for 24 hours may be impounded. • Do not dig, trench, or level ground at your campsite. • Do not hitch horses to trees. Use a picket line or provided tie-offs. • Deposit refuse in dumpsters or carry it out with you when you leave. • Do not wash dishes or clothing at water hydrants. • Catch your drain water in buckets and empty into toilets in the restrooms. • Store your camp food inside a vehicle to prevent wildlife access. This is a listing only of general regulations. Please familiarize yourself with all of the camping regulations before camping at Maple Springs Group Camp.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
All sites are paved.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs and/or trailers up to 40' are accommodated.
RV Maximum Length
40
Additional Information
No recycling center is available, but trash may be deposited in the bins provided.
Trailer Maximum Length
26
ADA Information
Although no sites were designed specifically for ADA access, all sites in this campground are paved and level.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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