McDaniels · Rough River Lake
Axtel Campground
158 sites · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Campground at a glance
Settle in by the lake.
A large seasonal campground near McDaniels with 158 numbered sites, lake access and one of Rough River's two winter-pool launch options.
Lake & ramp access
Kentucky Fish & Wildlife lists a paved, multiple-lane ramp with paved parking and a courtesy dock. A launch fee is listed; check the current amount with the campground.
TARR local access note: Axtel's newer third ramp reaches the lake at winter pool. Axtel and State Park Marina are the lake's two winter-pool launch options.
Beach access is for Axtel campers only.
At the campground
- Showers and flush toilets
- Drinking water
- Dump station
- Playground
- Fish-cleaning station
- Short campground trail
- Swimming area for registered campers
- Paved boat ramp and courtesy dock
Choose the right campsite
Current Recreation.gov listings include electric-with-water and non-electric campsites. Hookups, pad lengths and vehicle limits vary by site.
The swimming area is reserved for registered campground guests.
Recreation.gov currently identifies two accessible campsites. Call the campground if a specific accessible route or facility is important to your stay.
Accessibility
Accessible parking and restrooms are listed at the launch area. Recreation.gov currently marks campsites C054 and E103 as accessible.
Call ahead to confirm the route, site and facilities you need.
Official & current sources
These are the original sources linked by TARR. Check them for changes since the September 12, 2026 source review.
Recreation.gov campground listingKDFWR Axtel ramp listingUSACE Rough River LakeUSACE current 490-ft beach access guidanceFind your fit