LAUREL BRANCH
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LAUREL BRANCH
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

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

AI generated

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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Andrea L

Verified

September 25, 2023 Stayed at: C49, Loop: C

If you’re tent camping be aware that some spots will be directly on concrete so it’s difficult to stake down. Also the toilets at C are convenient yet very dirty and they have no running water. The bathhouse is quite a way from these sites so I would recommend bringing water, toilet paper and sanitizer or soap.

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Andrea L

Verified

September 25, 2023 Stayed at: C49, Loop: C

If you’re tent camping be aware that some spots will be directly on concrete so it’s difficult to stake down. Also the toilets at C are convenient yet very dirty and they have no running water. The bathhouse is quite a way from these sites so I would recommend bringing water, toilet paper and sanitizer or soap.

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Douglas L

Verified

September 24, 2023 Stayed at: B24, Loop: B

The new summer pool level is much lower so the camp sites are much father from water than in years past. Tried to bank fish and hosts ran my boy and me away from the beach access (no one was swimming) then we was told not to fish by the boat ramp. There was no other access to the lake except through someone’s camp that is on the water side. Everyone had a fire going all night. Smoke was overwhelming at times. I feel fires should be extinguished by midnight maybe to let people sleep comfortably. I’m not anti-fire and a fire is certainly part of the camping experience but so many fires in a small area was just too much. Host was respectful when asking us to not fish. Restrooms was fine.

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Douglas L

Verified

September 24, 2023 Stayed at: B24, Loop: B

The new summer pool level is much lower so the camp sites are much father from water than in years past. Tried to bank fish and hosts ran my boy and me away from the beach access (no one was swimming) then we was told not to fish by the boat ramp. There was no other access to the lake except through someone’s camp that is on the water side. Everyone had a fire going all night. Smoke was overwhelming at times. I feel fires should be extinguished by midnight maybe to let people sleep comfortably. I’m not anti-fire and a fire is certainly part of the camping experience but so many fires in a small area was just too much. Host was respectful when asking us to not fish. Restrooms was fine.

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Sandra E

Verified

September 5, 2023 Stayed at: C53, Loop: C

Nice and quiet. Beautiful site

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Sandra E

Verified

September 5, 2023 Stayed at: C53, Loop: C

Nice and quiet. Beautiful site

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Debbie B

Verified

August 14, 2023 Stayed at: C31, Loop: C

We always have a good experience camping at laural branch. We go camping several times and love it every time. Angie is friendly and helpful to any needs we have.

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Debbie B

Verified

August 14, 2023 Stayed at: C31, Loop: C

We always have a good experience camping at laural branch. We go camping several times and love it every time. Angie is friendly and helpful to any needs we have.

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Robert W

Verified

August 11, 2023 Stayed at: C36, Loop: C

Best campground manager I have come across in years. Angie is pleasant, engaging and checks on everyone to make sure they are enjoying themselves. Will go back again 100% because of her attitude and pleasant demeanor with all guests. She is engaged and awesome and really cares! 5 STARS FOR SURE!!!!

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Robert W

Verified

August 11, 2023 Stayed at: C36, Loop: C

Best campground manager I have come across in years. Angie is pleasant, engaging and checks on everyone to make sure they are enjoying themselves. Will go back again 100% because of her attitude and pleasant demeanor with all guests. She is engaged and awesome and really cares! 5 STARS FOR SURE!!!!

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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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Explore Mc Daniels, KY

Nearby city: Owensboro, KY

Approx. 38 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 174 ft

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