4.4 (115 reviews)

Lake Shelby

1433 Burks Branch Rd, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States

About This Campsite

Welcome to Lake Shelby Campgrounds

Lake Shelby offers an enchanting camping experience surrounded by the pristine beauty of nature. It is a perfect escape for adventurers and nature lovers alike, nestled by a serene lake with diverse wildlife and stunning birdwatching opportunities. Visitors are often greeted by an array of fascinating bird species, including bald eagles, blue herons, and occasionally, the charming spectacle of swans and turtles.

Key Highlights:

  • Primitive Waterfront Camping: Enjoy spacious camping spots right by the water, offering a peaceful retreat close to essential amenities such as showers and bathrooms.
  • Activities: The campgrounds provide various activities including fishing, boating, and paddle boating. It's an ideal spot for kids to safely enjoy their bike rides and for families to indulge in picnics along the lake.
  • Clean Facilities: The grounds are generally well-kept with a clean bathhouse enhancing the camping comfort.
  • Scenery: The site features a picturesque lake, complemented by a lovely waterfall and dam area.
  • Wildlife: Birdwatchers can delight in spotting rare and beautiful birds alongside other wildlife, making every visit unique.

Tips for Campers: While the management has received praise for their efforts, some visitors have noted the need for minor improvements, particularly in maintaining the roads and certain areas around the campsites. Therefore, it's advisable to prepare for a slightly rugged terrain.

Overall Thoughts: Lake Shelby is a gem for campers seeking a tranquil nature-filled escape. Its blend of natural beauty, well-maintained facilities, and rich wildlife makes it a cherished location for both peace seekers and active families. Prepare for a bit of rustic charm, and you'll be rewarded with a truly memorable camping experience.

Good to have it when you arrive

Portable Power Station 300W 257wh Lithium Battery Bailibatt Small Portable Generator for Home Use Camping Travel Emergency Hunting Outdoor, Large Power Bank with AC Outlet for Laptop

BailiBatt Portable Power Station – Weighing just 4.6 lbs, it's perfectly suited as a portable generators for home use, camping, and outdoor adventures. The portable power equipped with 69,600mAh capacity, it can charge multiple small devices, including laptops, smartphones, tablets, and cameras.. Stable & Efficient Outputs - This portable power bank features built-in dual 120V pure sine wave AC outlets and 12V/120W DC outputs, delivering stable power for electronics. With 300W total capacity, it can run up to 8 devices simultaneously (total load must not exceed 300W).. Ready for Camping/Home Backup - This portable generator features a 257Wh Grade-A battery pack with excellent thermal stability and safety, supporting 1500+ charge cycles. Ideal portable power station for camping outdoor and home use.

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Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 300, 293Wh Backup Lithium Battery, Solar Generator for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Blackout (Solar Panel Optional)

SPEED UP YOUR RECHARGEABILITY: It takes only 2 hours to recharge 80% battery of the power station through the wall outlet and 60W PD USB-C port simultaneously. You can also recharge your power station with an AC adapator when at home, through the car outlet during a road trip or simply use a Jackery SolarSaga 100.. SAFE & STEADY POWER SUPPLY: Armed with a 293Wh lithium-ion battery pack, the Explorer 300 features 2 Pure Sine Wave AC outlets that deliver stable and safe 300W power. The portable power station weighs only 7.1 pounds. You can simply rest assured in outdoor off-grid activities.. POWER YOUR EXPECTATIONS: Featuring 2* AC outlet, 1* PD 60W USB-C port (input/output supported) , 1* fast charge 3.0 port, 1*USB-A port and 1* DC car port, the power station is camping essential that can recharge itself and charge (up to) 6 devices (e.g.Drones, Macbook, Cameras, etc.) at the same time to satisfy your outdoor needs.

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ALPHA CAMP Oversized Camping Folding Chair, Heavy Duty Support 450 LBS Steel Frame Collapsible Padded Arm Chair with Cup Holder Quad Lumbar Back, Portable for Outdoor,Black

❤ 【Large Size】 Oversized Camping Folding Chair Size is 25.20" L x 36.61" W x 39.37"H, Weight is 13.2lbs, Large seat area with 600x 300D padded oxford fabric and padded armrest ensure comfort of this chair. ❤【Maximum Loading Capacity】With hammer tone powder coating prevent corrosion and fading. four heavy duty steel frame were added to the bottom of the chair .sturdy steel frame construction make it can support up to 450 lbs and you're guaranteed a long lasting chair to enjoy outdoors all year. ❤【Extra Storage Spaces】 Durable mesh cup holder and armrest at the perfect height allows you to relax in comfort.side storage pocket holds cell phone, notebook and maps,side cooler bag will keep you cool on a hot summer day!

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Coleman Heritage Big & Tall 10°F Flannel Sleeping Bag, XL Sleeping Bag Fits Adults up to 6ft 7in Tall, Machine Washable, Great for Camping, Hunting, Guests, & More

WINTER-READY: This 4-season sleeping bag, the Coleman Big & Tall, serves as a warm sleeping bag with its 40"x84" size. Designed for adults, it accommodates campers up to 6'5".. OPTIMUM INSULATION: As a cold-weather sleeping bag for adults, it's filled with 5 pounds of Holofill 808 insulation. This makes it an ideal thermal sleeping bag, retaining body heat even at 10°F.. FEATURE-RICH DESIGN: This adult sleeping bag cold weather is equipped with smart technologies like a no-snag patented zipper and FiberLock to prevent insulation shifting, bringing comfort to any camping trip.

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Londtren Large 0 Degree Sleeping Bags for Adults Cold Weather Sleeping Bag Camping Winter Below Zero 20 15 Flannel Big and Tall XXL

【Big and Tall Sleeping Bag】:Extra large sleeping bag height:90 inch and width:40 inch,Extra wide sleeping bag can accommodate most people up to 7 feet in height.High-quality two-way zipper give you more comfortable camping experience.. 【Winter Sleeping Bag 】:Cold weather sleeping bag for winter camping.Temp Rating:0℉-15℉,Comfort Rating:20℉-55℉.. 【Comfortable & Warm 】:flannel lined and Innovative zipper draft tubesstay warm and comfortable all the night;Also has Thickened shoulder warmer belt and drawstring hood that keeps the your head and neck warm.

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MC TOMOUNT Canvas Tent Bell Tent 16.4ft*High9.2ft with Stove Jack for Glamping Family Camping Zipped Removable Floor

【Spacious Large capacity】 The diameter of the bell tent is 16.4feet and the top height is about 9.18feet. The side walls (supported by 8 poles) are 55inch high, which is much higher than the walls of the ordinary bell tent (22.8inch). So there will be more space available for this tent. It is suitable for people who want to place a lot of equipment, such as tent stove, chairs, tables and beds. It is ideal for music festivals, backyard parties, family camping, weekend breaks and festivals.. * 【Material】Tent roof is made of TC cotton canvas (65% polyester 35% cotton), which is very breathable and can reduce condensation. The fabric itself has good water-resistant performance and can withstand light to medium rain, but for better smelling and breathability, it doesn’t have PU coating, so it cannot be called waterproof, please don’t stay in the rain overnight.The tent walls are made of 210D Oxford cloth, detachable tent floor 600D oxford cloth, PU3000mm keeps you dry and comfortable.. 【How to Set up】】The eight corners of the tent can be set up by adjustable straps, pegs and side poles. It has eight doors and all have mesh windows, so it is very easy to get in and out. All seams are double stitched and all four corners are reinforced. The small straps above the windows are used to roll up the entire sidewalls (after unzipping the zipper at the bottom of the tent) so that you can turn the tent into a canopy look (as shown in the picture of the 2 ways to build).

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Contact Information

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1433 Burks Branch Rd, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States

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Arthur Davis

September 10, 2024

Selena Howard

December 10, 2023

Jeremie Gilliland

April 27, 2024

Phil Hoagland KN4WKB

May 30, 2017

David Kravetz (Sumoflam)

January 31, 2023