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Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes

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Demumbers Bay is a backcountry camping area located within Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, designated as an open field area without defined campsites. It offers primitive camping accessible year-round, providing a more natural camping experience compared to developed campgrounds. The area includes a boat ramp, vault toilet, and mowed areas. Camping is permitted anywhere within the designated backcountry area with an appropriate permit. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

Prices as published on Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes’s official website (USD).

ItemPrice
Backcountry Camping Permit - 3-dayper person 18 and olderUSD 10
Backcountry Camping Permit - Annualper person 18 and olderUSD 50

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonYear-round
Permit requirementOne permit per person 18 years and older required

Pitches & accommodation

Campsite typeOpen field area without defined campsites - primitive backcountry camping

Facilities & services

Boat accessBoat ramp available

Location & access

Visitor Center AddressGolden Pond Visitor Center, 238 Visitor Center Drive, Golden Pond, KY 42211

Good to know

Camping typePrimitive backcountry camping with year-round access

Location

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112 m elevation

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What’s nearby

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🏞️ Attractions

North/South Trail Head (North, West) at Land Between The LakesTrails & trailheads5.2 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Pisgah Point Recreation AreaParks & play8.2 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Canal Loop Trail TrailheadTrails & trailheads8.5 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗
Kentucky Lake Drive Picnic Area at Land Between The LakesAttractions8.9 km · ~16 min driveDirections ↗
Patti's 1880's SettlementAttractions10.4 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗
Canal Public Use AreaParks & play10.6 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Birmingham Ferry Recreation AreaParks & play14.2 km · ~27 min driveDirections ↗
Iron Hill (159 m)Summits & peaks24 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗
Buzzard Rock (133 m)Summits & peaks26.5 km · ~36 min driveDirections ↗

🛒 Amenities & services

Fuel

🍽️ Food & drink

🚰 Drinking water

🚻 Toilets & showers

🎾 Sports

🏧 ATM & bank

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes.

Is a permit required for backcountry camping?

Yes, a Backcountry Camping Permit is required for each person 18 years and older.

What permit options are available?

A 3-day permit costs $10 or an annual permit costs $50, both per person 18 and older.

When can I camp at Demumbers Bay?

Backcountry camping areas offer year-round lakeside camping.

How do I obtain a permit?

Permits can be obtained through the online permit system at lblweb.usedirect.com/camplbl/ or by contacting the Golden Pond Visitor Center at 800-525-7077.

What facilities are available at Demumbers Bay?

The area includes a vault toilet, trash removal, mowed areas, and a boat ramp.

Who runs Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes?

Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes is operated by USDA Forest Service.

When is Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes open?

Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes is open Year-round.

What languages are spoken at Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes?

Staff at Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp at Land Between The Lakes speak English.

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