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Paul T
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 Stayed at: A06, Loop: A
The corp of engineers needs to put a full time person back on the the job at the park. Volunteers are not getting the job done.
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About Laurel Branch
Laurel Branch Campground is located on the shore of Rough River Lake in south central Kentucky.
The 5,100-acre lake is a hometown paradise for visitors who love the outdoors, and more than two million visitors camp, picnic, fish, swim, boat and relax on the lake shore each year.
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Reviews
752 reviews
Summary
Laurel Branch is a beautiful and peaceful campground with attentive staff and clean facilities, making it a great spot for family camping. While some areas, like fire pits and bathrooms, could use more regular upkeep, the campground's scenic views and proximity to activities such as fishing and kayaking are highlights. Overall, many visitors express a desire to return despite minor issues, appreciating the friendly atmosphere and convenient location.
Based on guest feedback
4.3
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Based on 752 reviews
5 stars
61.8% (465)
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Joni P
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 Stayed at: D55, Loop: D
Wonderful experience….met Vickie Wiiliams, host at Axtel….very good experience.
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Joni P
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 Stayed at: D55, Loop: D
I absolutely love this campground and got acquainted with Vickie Williams, the camp host at Axtel. She came almost daily to Laurel Branch to do some general campsite clean up. It wasn't her job but wanted to take as good of care of Laurel Branch because she knew our campground host was having physical issues. She made my stay at Laurel Branch more enjoyable just seeing how she cared for our campground.
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Joni P
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 Stayed at: D55, Loop: D
I absolutely love this campground and got acquainted with Vickie Williams, the camp host at Axtel. She came almost daily to Laurel Branch to do some general campsite clean up. It wasn't her job but wanted to take as good of care of Laurel Branch because she knew our campground host was having physical issues. She made my stay at Laurel Branch more enjoyable just seeing how she cared for our campground.
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John L
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 Stayed at: C53, Loop: C
Beautiful lake side camp site! Wish we could have stayed longer.
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John L
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 Stayed at: C53, Loop: C
Beautiful lake side camp site! Wish we could have stayed longer.
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Eric M
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 Stayed at: B27, Loop: B
Sites in B loop ate somewhat small and the wifi is questionable at best.
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Kelly H
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 Stayed at: D61, Loop: D
Need to keep up with the bathrooms!
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Eric M
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 Stayed at: B27, Loop: B
Sites in B loop ate somewhat small and the wifi is questionable at best.
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Kelly H
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 Stayed at: D61, Loop: D
Need to keep up with the bathrooms!
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Location & Directions for Laurel Branch
991 Laurel Branch Road, Mc Daniels, KY 40152 United States
Elevation: 172 ft
Getting There
From Louisville, KY: Begin at ramp onto I-64 West toward New Albany/St. Louis, traveling 22.3 mi. Take the IN-135, Exit Number 105, toward Palmyra/Corydon, onto IN-135 South toward Corydon, traveling 16.7 mi. Continue on Bypass Road KY-79 for 2.1 ...
From Louisville, KY: Begin at ramp onto I-64 West toward New Albany/St. Louis, traveling 22.3 mi. Take the IN-135, Exit Number 105, toward Palmyra/Corydon, onto IN-135 South toward Corydon, traveling 16.7 mi. Continue on Bypass Road KY-79 for 2.1 mi. Turn right onto KY-79, traveling 10.1 mi. Continue on 1st Avenue, KY-79S for 495 ft. Turn a slight right onto US-60, traveling 11.8 mi. Turn left onto KY-259/KY-79, traveling 10.1 mi. Turn right onto KY-110, traveling .4 mi. End at 991 Laurel Branch Road, McDaniels, KY. Distance is approximately 74 mi with an approximate travel time of 1 hour, 20 minutes.
Highway access
Laurel Branch is accessible via US-60 and KY-79, both of which provide connection to the local road network. The nearest interstate is I-64, located approximately 22 miles to the north, providing access to larger regional routes.
Near Mammoth Cave National Park
The closest entrance is: Mammoth Cave Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 42.6 mi · over 1 hr (73 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Contact the Park Attendant at 270-257-8839 or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office if needed.
- You must reserve a campsite before setting up; no advance markings are provided.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground.
- Golf carts are not allowed in the campground.
Fees & deposits
- There is a $5 fee for using the boat ramp each day.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect the environment.
Safety & rules
- Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM; please turn off generators and noise-making devices.
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Last updated: October 24, 2026
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Nearby city: Owensboro, KY
Approx. 38 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 174 ft
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