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Laurel Branch

Rough River Lake

Upcoming Availability

14 of 14 days currently show available sites.

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Thu, Jul 30

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Sat, Aug 1

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Laurel Branch Campground is located on the shore of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky. Laurel Branch Campground offers 62 campsites, several of which have electric hookups. The rolling, forested hills of rural south central Kentucky offer an extraordinary setting for those who visit the lake.

max Stay

14 nights

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Laurel Branch Campground offers 62 campsites, several of which have electric hookups. Most of the campsites are waterfront, while others are just a short walk away from the lake. Additional amenities include flush toilets, showers, playground, boat ramp, drinking water, nature trail, public beach, and fish cleaning station. Wi-fi is available from an outside source.

Natural Features

The rolling, forested hills of rural south central Kentucky offer an extraordinary setting for those who visit the lake. Rough River Lake provides views of ancient sandstone, shale and limestone cliffs. An abundance of water in the area, both surface and underground, has carved through limestone to create a myriad of sinks and caverns. The lake itself is home to numerous species of wildlife, including migratory songbirds and waterfowl.

Recreation

A wide variety of recreational activities and facilities are provided at the lake, including ample opportunities for boating and fishing. The most sought after fish are bass, crappie and catfish, and bass tournaments occur at the lake throughout the year. Additionally, pontoon, johnboat and jet ski rentals are available at the nearby marinas.

Nearby Attractions

The historic Green Farm is adjacent to the lake. It consists of about 3,000 acres, a large ancestral home, an old water-powered mill and store and a golf course. George Washington once owned part of the land. Mammoth Cave National Park, which boasts the longest cave system in the world with more than 240 miles of mapped passageways, is about a one-hour drive away. Other nearby attractions also include the historic Holt House in Hardinsburg, the Jack Thomas House in Leitchfield, and the new Aquatic Center in Leitchfield.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

61 mapped sites

Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site A16

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

45 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site D58

D

STANDARD ELECTRIC

60 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site D54

D

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

40 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site B25

B

STANDARD ELECTRIC

35 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site C49

C

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

43 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site D62

D

STANDARD ELECTRIC

60 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site C50

C

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

32 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site C51

C

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

45 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site C41

C

STANDARD ELECTRIC

63 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site C46

C

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

54 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site C53

C

STANDARD ELECTRIC

60 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site A15

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

50 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site A13

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

62 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site C43

C

STANDARD ELECTRIC

45 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site D61

D

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

60 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Site C39

C

STANDARD ELECTRIC

65 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site A18

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

38 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site A10

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

35 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site B21

B

STANDARD ELECTRIC

50 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site A06

A

STANDARD ELECTRIC

33 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site B20

B

STANDARD ELECTRIC

33 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site C36

C

STANDARD ELECTRIC

65 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site B26

B

STANDARD ELECTRIC

65 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site C45

C

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

40 ft

vehicle

6

people

No

shade

Important notices

Off-road vehicles are not permitted.
Park Attendant can be reached while on duty at 270-257-8839. If no answer, contact the Rough River Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office at 270-257-2061.
$5 per day boat ramp fee.
Reservations will not be marked in advance at the campsite. Do not set up at any campsite without reserving the site first.

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Common questions

Is Laurel Branch available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 14 of the next 14 days, starting Sun, Jul 26. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

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