McDaniels · Rough River Lake
Laurel Branch Campground
62 sites · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Campground at a glance
Settle in by the lake.
A seasonal lakefront campground near McDaniels with 62 numbered sites, a public swimming beach, nature trail and developed boat ramp.
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: Laurel Branch's ramp does not reach the water at winter pool.
At the campground
- Showers and flush toilets
- Drinking water
- Playground
- Fish-cleaning station
- Nature trail
- Public swimming beach
- Paved boat ramp and courtesy dock
- Reservable group shelter
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 beach is open to the public rather than limited to registered campers.
Recreation.gov currently identifies two accessible campsites and an accessible group shelter. Call ahead for route and facility details.
Accessibility
Accessible restrooms are listed at the launch area. Recreation.gov currently marks campsites A03 and A04 and Shelter 1 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 Laurel Branch ramp listingUSACE Rough River LakeFind your fit