Laurel Branch

991 Laurel Branch Road, Mc Daniels, Kentucky, United States
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Laurel Branch Campground

Featured amenities

Playground Playground

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.

Available sites

61 total sites
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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 9 to Nov 1

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Playground Playground
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

61 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A01, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A02, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A03, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A04, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A05, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A06, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A07, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 A08, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A09, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A14, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A16, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A17, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A18, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 A19, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B20, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B21, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B22, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B23, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B24, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B25, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B26, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B27, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B28, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 B29, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 C30, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C31, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C32, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C33, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C34/35, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C36, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C37, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C38, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C39, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C40, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C41, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C42, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C43, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C44, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C45, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C46, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C47, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C48, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C49, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C50, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 C51, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 C52, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 C53, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D54, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D55, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D56, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D57, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D58, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 D59, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D60, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 D61, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 D62, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel

Reviews

752 reviews

Summary

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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

Overall rating

Based on 752 reviews

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5 stars 61.8% (465)
4 stars 19.0% (143)
3 stars 12.2% (92)
2 stars 5.6% (42)
1 star 1.3% (10)

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Mark S

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September 22, 2025 Stayed at: D62, Loop: D

Nice place to camp ! Wish there were better fishing spots on the banks! And a little easy to get to !

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Mark S

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September 22, 2025 Stayed at: D62, Loop: D

Nice place to camp ! Wish there were better fishing spots on the banks! And a little easy to get to !

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Bethany B

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September 21, 2025 Stayed at: C46, Loop: C

The bathrooms by c46 were beyond disgusting. I don't expect perfect bathrooms while camping, but I was afraid to sit down to use the restroom in there it was so filthy.

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Bethany B

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September 21, 2025 Stayed at: C46, Loop: C

The bathrooms by c46 were beyond disgusting. I don't expect perfect bathrooms while camping, but I was afraid to sit down to use the restroom in there it was so filthy.

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Greg V

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August 31, 2025 Stayed at: A11, Loop: A

Very small campground! Most sites are short and sloped and not very well maintained

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Greg V

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August 31, 2025 Stayed at: A11, Loop: A

Very small campground! Most sites are short and sloped and not very well maintained

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Garry H

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August 29, 2025 Stayed at: A04, Loop: A

Section A at Laurel Branch is so peaceful and quiet. Plenty of shade on most campsites. Restrooms and bathhouses are clean. Close to the boat ramp. It's just perfect. I use T-Mobile for internet service and it works very well.

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Garry H

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August 29, 2025 Stayed at: A04, Loop: A

Section A at Laurel Branch is so peaceful and quiet. Plenty of shade on most campsites. Restrooms and bathhouses are clean. Close to the boat ramp. It's just perfect. I use T-Mobile for internet service and it works very well.

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Christopher H

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August 21, 2025 Stayed at: C41, Loop: C

When we got there , the people before us emptied their black waist tank out on the ground, and we called the core of engineer and they came and verified that’s exactly what happened, they wanted to pour bleach on the ground, but we had two dogs with us, so that didn’t happen,we didn’t even get a discount 🤷‍♂️

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Randall H

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August 21, 2025 Stayed at: C33, Loop: C

NO one there to check is in so just went to site and saw no one other than that very good

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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 ...

Nearest town

Mc Daniels, KY - 2302 mi

About over 34 hr (2054 min) to downtown

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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