Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants. Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. If more than 4 adults are going to be on the site, an additional $5.00 per night per adult will be collected upon arrival at the park. Max units per site is (2) and may include (1) camper unit + (1) tent. If no camper unit, then (2) tents is the max allowed.
Please note that the Kentucky Department of Parks permits the use of non-licensed vehicles in campgrounds, including golf carts, only by those individuals with a disability. This policy will be enforced for the safety of all guests.
This Campground is in Eastern Time zone.
Attention: Due to weather, Kentucky State Parks cannot guarantee the availability of water or other resources at our campgrounds during inclement weather months when freezing temperatures are possible. Please contact the park directly for available resources if traveling during months that are conducive to freezing temperatures.
GENERAL BURNSIDE STATE PARK, KY
General Burnside Island State Park was named for the sideburn-whiskered Civil War General Ambrose Burnside. Burnside led patrols along the Cumberland River,circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. The only island park in the Kentucky state park ...
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** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the campground.
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the campground.
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
Overview
Description
General Burnside Island State Park was named for the sideburn-whiskered Civil War General Ambrose Burnside. Burnside led patrols along the Cumberland River,circling this 400-acre island to keep watch for Confederate soldiers. The only island park in the Kentucky state park system.
Booking Window
Wed Sep 11 2024 - Wed Sep 10 2025
Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.
Season Dates
Season Schedule
Park Season
Start
End
Non Peak
Mon Sep 02 2024
Mon Sep 30 2024
Peak
Tue Oct 01 2024
Thu Oct 31 2024
Non Peak
Fri Nov 01 2024
Sun Nov 17 2024
Non Peak
Fri Mar 14 2025
Tue May 20 2025
Peak
Wed May 21 2025
Sun Aug 31 2025
Non Peak
Mon Sep 01 2025
Tue Sep 30 2025
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Admin Service, Copying
- Admin Service, Faxing
- Bathhouse
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Boating, Power
- Camping, Improved Site
- Camping, Primitive
- Dump Station
- Fire Rings
- Fish Cleaning Station
- Fishing park lake
- Golf
- Grills
- Horseshoe Pits
- Horseshoes
- Jet-Skiing
- Laundry
- Office/Ranger Station
- Photography
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Programs, Recreational
- Restrooms
- Retail, Firewood
- Retail, Ice
- Retail, Seasonal Concessions
- Shelters
- Skiing - Water
- Walking
- Water Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
Less Than 1 Mile
- ATM (available in Lodge Lobby)
- Churches
- Dining
- Dock, Boat
- First Aid Supplies
- Fuel, Boats
- Fuel, Vehicles
- Grocery store
- Marina
- Newspapers
- Rent Jet Skis
- Retail, Drinks
- Retail, Snacks
Greater Than 1 Mile
- Antiquing
- Putt-Putt
- Retail, Bait & Tackle
- Retail, Supplies
- Sightseeing
- Waterfall
- Whitewater Rafting
Within 10 Miles
- Airport.
- Car Rental
- Catering
- Jogging/Running
- Kennel
- Lodging group facilities
- Maintenance, Rv/Camper
- Maintenance, vehicle
- Mall
- Meeting Space
- Propane
- Restaurant
- Seasonal Festivals
- Shopping
- Town
Greater Than 10 Miles
- Cabins
- Emergency Services
- Fish Hatchery
- Hiking
- Historic Sites
- Hospital
- Information/Contact Station
- Lodging, Cabins
- Medical Clinic
- Motel
- Musical Performances
- Trails Hiking Moderate
- Trails Hiking/Walking easy
- Trails, Difficult Hiking
- Water Access, Reservoir
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
36.98, -84.60111
36°58'48"N, 84°36'4"W
General Burnside Island State Park is located in Burnside,8 miles south of Somerset on US 27.
36.98, -84.60111
36°58'48"N, 84°36'4"W
General Burnside Island State Park is located in Burnside,8 miles south of Somerset on US 27.
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
GENERAL BURNSIDE STATE PARKP.O. Box 488/8801 South Hwy 27
Burnside KY 42519
Phone Number:
Information:
(606) 561-4104Additional Information
- General Burnside State Park information on Parks.KY.gov