Notice of Availability (NOA) to Lease Land at Pikes Ridge Recreation Area at Green River Lake

Notice of Availability (NOA) to Lease land at Pikes Ridge Campground Area at Green River Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District announces a Notice of Availability (NOA) to Lease Pikes Ridge Recreation Area at Green River Lake in Campbellsville, Kentucky. The NOA is available for viewing here.

Please note: There are also two Notices of Availability (NOA) at Rough River Lake for Cave Creek Recreation Area in Falls of Rough, Kentucky, and North Fork Recreation Area in McDaniels, Kentucky. 

A NOA begins the formal process of soliciting interest for the potential transfer of management responsibilities for Pikes Ridge Campground through a long-term lease. Interested parties may submit applications through July 29, 2025.

USACE is committed to creating a sustainable recreation program and providing a high-quality recreation experience for lake visitors. As part of that effort, the Louisville District is continually evaluating how to best deliver an enduring recreation program despite rising service and maintenance costs. This includes optimizing project operations through utilizing volunteers and pursuing public/private partnerships.

The Louisville District is looking to partner with businesses to help transition management responsibilities for the Pikes Ridge Campground. This leasing opportunity allows entrepreneurs to earn a fair profit while being an integral part of the Green River Lake community.

For any additional information or questions, interested parties can contact Niikorley Norals at (615) 736-7881 or niikorley.j.norals2@usace.army.mil

Green River Lake hosts more than 800,000 visitors annually and encompasses a total of some 32,000 acres in the central portion of Kentucky, creating countless recreational activities for visitors on water and on land.

Pike Ridge Campground Area Information

Pikes Ridge Campground is a shoreline campground, offering 60 campsites, 20 of which have water and electric hookups. Several waterfront campsites are also available, providing convenient lake access. A playground, hiking trail and swimming beach offer additional recreation opportunities within the campground. In addition, a boat ramp, courtesy dock, several docks to tie up boats, a fishing pier, parking area and shower-house are also located within the campground. More information can be found in the NOA, which can be viewed here.

Pikes Ridge Campground Photos

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Boat ramp at Pikes Ridge Campground

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Aerial view of Pikes Ridge Campground

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Bathrooms at Pikes Ridge Campground

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Campers set up at Pikes Ridge Campground

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Playground at Pikes Ridge Campground

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Aerial shot of Pikes Ridge Campground at Green River Lake

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Green River Lake

Green River Lake is situated in Adair and Taylor counties, lying amidst rolling terrain, steep bluffs and flowing streams in the section of Kentucky known as the Highland Rim. USACE, in cooperation with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, manages the land and water for wildlife, fisheries and recreation.

The 8,210 acre lake and surrounding area offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, to include campgrounds, boat ramps, picnic shelters, beaches and a Visitor Center.  The Visitor Center is a must-see facility and is at the heart of Green River Lake.  Located close to the Dam, the Green River Lake Visitor Center was built in 1972 as the US Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District’s first Interpretive Center and was upgraded in 1978 to house the USACE Office staff. Today, the Visitor Center is a big attraction to tourists, locals and school groups due to its educational exhibits and helpful staff.

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