Photo: Recreation.govAxtel Campground
A large Corps campground with lake access on the Breckinridge County side.
- 158 sites listed
- Boat ramp
- 663 South Highway 79, McDaniels
- 270-257-2584
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Photo: Recreation.govCave Creek Campground
A lakefront campground and ramp area at 1543 Cave Creek Road.
- 65 sites listed
- Boat ramp
- Managed by Bright Sky Campgrounds
- 364-203-1669
Reservations are handled by Bright Sky Campgrounds through Campspot.
Today at Rough RiverLaurel Branch Campground
A Corps campground with a swimming beach, showers and a developed ramp.
- 62 sites
- Boat ramp
- Swimming beach
- 270-257-8839
Photo: Recreation.govNorth Fork Campground
A Bright Sky-managed lakefront campground with 81 sites, two ramps and extensive trails near McDaniels.
- 81 sites listed
- 2 boat ramps
- Managed by Bright Sky Campgrounds
- 364-203-1529
Reservations are handled by Bright Sky Campgrounds through Campspot.
Today at Rough RiverRough River Dam State Resort Park
The lake’s state resort park with lodge rooms, cottages, dining, marina and recreation in one place.
- 40-room lodge
- Cottages
- Restaurant
- Marina & year-round ramp
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