Spread along a scenic six mile stretch of the Guyandotte River, the campground is divided into four segments, each with restrooms/showers, playgrounds, and nearby trailer dump stations. Both tent and trailer sites have electric hookups. A boat launch ramp is available for campers. All recreational facilities are universally accessible. Camping at R.D. Bailey Lake is restricted to developed camping areas only – there is no random camping. The use of vehicles off authorized roadways is also prohibited. The campgrounds are fee areas, with 168 sites. 163 of these sites have electrical hookups.