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About

Overview Wax Campground sits on the shores of Nolin River Lake in the rolling landscape of southern Kentucky. The large lake and surrounding greenery create a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts. [Click here](http://cp.mcafee.com/d/5fHCNAg6xASyMMeh7e9TjdTdETd7a9EVhphs76QrCzB4QsEIFFFCQrCzB4QsEIEKf6QrCzB4QsLI6zBYQsCUhzgDVWMaSQV6v1FyIiLbCZJehDMqoH4HOVIQsTujjosvW_cnKqeuLsKCOOeVVAQsTVqWtAklrTpVkffGhBrwqrhdECXYyUOVt55N5MTsS02m9RDkz7lypqGQVlxjwrABt8_j8lfB39RrzMedNrCjXucifFm0arFJLXoGBKlAurj7cc6M5Qfd40A42cqJMgd40mS9kQg1Esq81Pb0VcQg6yw9wMi2Ewc30qbxEQ76yASMOrlC4YUxx_9wz) for a tour of the lake. Recreation Known for its unique blue/green water, Nolin Lake is one of the top lakes in Kentucky for catfish, bass, crappie, and walleye fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic canoe and boat trips along the river, part of which is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. Boat ramps are provided around the lake for campers' convenience. The Moutardier, Ponderosa and Wax Marinas are located around the lake and offer pontoon and john boat rentals, as well as boat slips and groceries, bait, gas and more. Several hiking trails also wind along the shoreline and into the surrounding forest. Shady Creek Trail, located within the Moutardier Recreation Area, is known for its array of wildflowers and greenery. Facilities Wax Campground offers 110 reservable campsites, complete with modern amenities like electric hookups and flush toilets. Campsites are located along the shoreline, allowing easy access to the lake and beaches for visitors. Wax has 4 long-term camping sites, B31, B33, B36 and B38. Natural Features Nolin Dam creates a 5,795-acre lake that draws more than two million visitors each year to enjoy water sports and camping in the surrounding expanse of rolling forest. Nearby Attractions Mammoth Cave National Park is located a short drive or ferry ride away from the campground, and several golf courses and riding stables are located around the lake. contact_info For local information, please call (270) 242-7578 or call (270) 286-4511 for general information. Charges & Cancellations * Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your site or dates. * Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first nights use fee. * No-Shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee. * If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

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Amenities

Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Electric Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Wifi
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service

Cell reception

Camper reports · checked Sep 29, 2026

Some Coverage

Average 2.2 of 4 bars · 177 reports across 3 carriers

Phone calls may occasionally drop; text messages may be delayed. Data service may be unusable. Drop-outs are common and it may be necessary to search for signal. Social media likely unusable.

  • Verizon

    Good Coverage

    3.0/4

    81 reports

  • AT&T

    Some Coverage

    1.6/4

    65 reports

  • T-Mobile

    Major Issues

    1.0/4

    31 reports

Reported by campers on Recreation.gov, not measured by us. Reception varies by handset, weather, and where you stand in the campground. Recreation.gov

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in 5:00 PM

Check-out 4:30 PM

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Individual Sites (110)

A001
#A001

A001

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests90 ft
CampsiteStandardPull-throughPets OKCampfires
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A002
#A002

A002

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests65 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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A003
#A003

A003

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests60 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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A004
#A004

A004

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests60 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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A005
#A005

A005

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests50 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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A006
#A006

A006

Loop A

Check official pricing Max 6 guests80 ft
CampsiteStandardPull-throughPets OKCampfires
Reserve

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