Firefly Hills is a proudly family-owned and operated destination for RV camping in Kentucky. After acquiring the land in 2022, owners Troy and Tonja Lesmeister began creating this inclusive park, where you’ll instantly feel like part of the community upon arrival!

We invite you and your family to explore the beauty of Kentucky and the Red River Gorge area, where you can relax or embark on Red River Gorge adventures. Whether you stay for a weekend or longer, Firefly Hills offers a perfect nature getaway where you can reconnect with what matters most. Enjoy scenic RV sites, wander our walking trails, get your hands dirty in the garden, help with the chickens, and explore the orchard. In the evenings, gather around the large fire pit with other guests for camaraderie and conversation.

Firefly Hills is also perfect for family-friendly camping groups! Bring your friends, family, and fellow Red River Gorge lovers—our park can easily accommodate and help plan your next group meetup.

We’re excited to be building a year-round RV and Glamping Park tailored to full-time travelers seeking an inclusive and welcoming community

History of the Snowden Farmhouse

Archibald (Arch) and Nancy (Nan) Snowden built the house in 1924.  It has been said that the house was a “kit house” purchased from Sears and Roebuck Company. (We have yet to be successful in finding the floor plan in any of the catalogs or evidence within the house.)  Arch passed away in 1935 and Nan passed away in 1953, leaving their youngest child Mary to inherit the house. 

After inheriting the property, Mary continued to live in town full-time and work as a beautician. She visited the Snowden house on weekends and holidays.  Since the passing of Mary in 1986, the house has had many owners over the years.  Arch, Nan, and Mary are all buried in the cemetery that overlooks the property.  

The Snowden House is known in the area as the "Big White House."  We have been told this was the first house in the county to get electricity and people would come by at night to see the lights. It has been reported that this house was the first three-story house in the county and is currently one of only three in the county.  

Local folklore is that the Snowden house has a history of paranormal activity.  Many people have claimed to see a woman in the upstairs window brushing her hair.  Several past residents have experienced unexplained things like hearing voices, crashing dishes, and the bathtub filling with water by itself.