Savoring the end of Summer

Cathy Peabody • August 19, 2025

Labor Day weekend is just around the corner, but that doesn’t have to be the end of summer fun and Campbellsville outdoor adventures. There are so many reasons to go outside and play!

Mark your end of the Summer calendars:


·        September 6 -- Homeplace on Green River Fall Heritage Festival

·        September 13 -- Bulls & Barrels Rodeo

·        September 26-28 -- Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange at Homeplace on Green River


Hang on to your cowboy hats -- the 4th annual CHS FFA Bulls & Barrels Rodeo will return Saturday, September 13th, Taylor County Fairgrounds. Brought to you by Taylor County Farm Bureau Federation and Top Tier Ranch Productions, this fun-filled evening will feature mutton busting, bull fighting, barrel racing, bull riding and more. For information visit https://www.campbellsvilleky.com/events.


The water is fine, and the fish are jumping!


For the sixth year in a row, Kentucky Living readers have voted Green River Lake State Park as the best Kentucky Camping or RV Spot. And they also voted Green River Lake second place as the best Water Tourism Spot and Green River Lake Campbellsville second place as the best Public Hunting/Fishing Area.  No wonder Campbellsville is the best place to get outside and play!

 

Green River Lake bass fishing is an angler’s paradise. This beautiful 8200-acre lake near Campbellsville is home to an abundance of bass, crappie, Muskie, bluegill, and shell-cracker fish, just waiting for your lure. Explore the beautiful waters of Green River Lake on your own or book an expert Green River Lake Guide Service to show you the best spots and tips for a perfect haul.


Sleep under the stars



Relax lakeside in your RV or enjoy a rustic tent campsite. Whatever your preference, there are plenty of choices around the Campbellsville area, with a variety of amenities and environments and vistas. You can even have a rental camper delivered to your campsite. All are close by the downtown Campbellsville area for shopping, entertainment and dining.


Treat yourself to a resort or rent a cozy cabin or vacation home


If camping is not your thing, you’ll find a selection of Campbellsville lodging choices.


Try hassle-free glamping in a one-of-a-kind Sioux style tipi at The  Tipi Village – everything is provided, including firewood for cozy bonfire nights.

 

Cabins and Condos dot the shores of beautiful Green River Lake providing comfortable shelter and a peaceful and quiet getaway.

 

For longer stays or larger accommodations, a selection of vacation homes with lake views, in-city convenience or university access are located around the Campbellsville area.


Plan a golfing getaway


If your idea of Kentucky outdoor activities runs more along the lines of a golfing experience, Campbellsville Country Club boasts a well maintained 18-hole course with a driving range, practice greens and chipping greens. Unwind in the comfortable lounge or explore some of the tempting Campbellsville restaurants in historic downtown.

 

Hit the trails


Campbellsville is a certified Kentucky Trail Town, designated for its abundance of trails within easy access to the historic downtown district. Over 50 miles of trails are suitable for hiking, biking and some for horseback riding, ranging from easy to somewhat challenging. Choose trails along historic Tebbs Bend Battlefield, around beautiful Green River Lake, or along scenic downtown parks and streams.


Visit Kentucky’s Outdoor Classroom


Homeplace on Green River is a unique Kentucky agritourism attraction for learning about our country’s agricultural history and exploring possibilities for sustainable farming and lifestyles for our future generations. This 227-acre homestead has been continuously farmed since 1803 and today, more than 100 acres are leased to local farmers who currently grow corn, soybeans and hay. Events like the upcoming Fall Heritage Festival, September 6, and the Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange, September 26-28, support the farm and provide opportunities for family fun and learning about the history of farming and sustainable practices in a living history environment.


Come to Campbellsville for Kentucky outdoor adventures and year-round fun. Check our calendar for Campbellsville events and happenings, make plans for your stay at a variety of Campbellsville hotels and check out the selection of restaurants, bars and breweries.


Campbellsville is a short distance from favorite Kentucky destinations and an easy drive from all directions.

·    Abraham Lincoln’s birthplace in Hodgenville

·    Kentucky Bourbon Trail

·    Mammoth Cave National Park

·    Lexington, Louisville & Kentucky Bluegrass & Horse Country

·    Nashville, TN – 135 miles

·    Cincinnati, OH – 163 miles

·    Indianapolis, IN – 200 miles

·    Atlanta, GA -- 320 miles
 

Put yourself in the middle of everything you love about Kentucky!

Campbellsville!


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