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Mammoth Cave National ParkSaltpetre mining ruins in Mammoth Cave. The apparatus was damaged in the New Madrid earthquakes of 1811-1812.
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Mammoth Cave National Park
Houchins Ferry Campground
 
Houchins Ferry Campground

Houchins Ferry Campground.

Located 15 miles from the park Visitor Center on the south bank of the Green River, this campground includes 12 sites. Each site has a picnic table and a fire grate. The campground has chemical toilets, fresh water, and an adjacent picnic shelter.

This campground is not suitable for large trailers or RVs.

The camping fee is $12 per night per site and $6 for visitors with Golden Age/Golden Access and America The Beautiful Senior/Access passports. No refunds. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The ferry operates from 10:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily from March 4 - November except when repairs or hazardous river conditions prevent operation.

Mammoth Cave Campground
Mammoth Cave Campground
Information about the park's main camping area.
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Maple Springs Group Campground
Maple Springs Group Campground
The campground for groups and horseback riders.
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Backcountry camping
Backcountry Camping
Information on camping in the park's remote woodlands.
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Ranger posting regulations
Camping Regulations
Camping Do's and Dont's.
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Did You Know? - Mammoth Cave National Park has more than 70 miles of backcountry trails.  

Did You Know?
Mammoth Cave National Park contains more than 70 miles of backcountry trails through forested Kentucky hills for hikers, horseback riders, and bicyclists. Several frontcountry trails lead to special places like Cedar Sink, Sand Cave, and Turnhole Bend.

Last Updated: April 16, 2009 at 15:46 EST