dispersednational forest
Trace Branch Camping Area
dispersed · KY
- dump station14 mi
- fuel station7.5 mi
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About
Trace Branch is a small, dispersed campsite with limited development off Rock Creek Road in McCreary County. The campsite is along Rock Creek, a Kentucky Wild River.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 14 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 7.5 mi
fuel station
Sunoco
- 8.2 mi
grocery
Kroger
- 7.0 mi
trailhead
Lick Creek Trailhead
- 2.9 mi
attraction
Blue Heron Overlook
- 1.4 mi
recreation site
Mushroom Rock Day Use Area
Forest road access near this stay: TROXELL HOMESTEAD in Daniel Boone National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- KY
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/2/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

