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Laurel Branch

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Laurel Branch is located near Rough River Lake in Kentucky, offering a landscape of rolling hills and forested areas. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Rough River Dam State Resort Park and the lake itself, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating.

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Location

Laurel Branch is located in Kentucky

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Directions

From Louisville, KY: Begin at ramp onto I-64 West toward New Albany/St. Louis, traveling 22.3 miles. Take the IN-135, Exit Number 105, toward Palmyra/Corydon, onto IN-135 South toward Corydon, traveling 16.7 miles. Continue on Bypass Road KY-79 for 2.1 miles. Turn right onto KY-79, traveling 10.1 miles. Continue on 1st Avenue, KY-79S for 495 feet. Turn a slight right onto US-60, traveling 11.8 miles. Turn left onto KY-259/KY-79, traveling 10.1 miles. Turn right onto KY-110, traveling .4 miles. End at 991 Laurel Branch Road, McDaniels, KY. Distance is approximately 74 miles with an approximate travel time of 1 hour, 20 minutes.

Address

991 LAUREL BRANCH ROAD
Mcdaniels, KY 40152

Coordinates

37.6075 N
86.4536111 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Sep. 27, 2023

Excellent and friendly

My wife, service dog Noobeus and I stayed in a tent one night here. It sits on Rough River. Liked it so much going back for three days this time. It has private shower rooms, beach, rocky shore line, fishing, boating, swimming and so much to offer.
Close to Litchfield in Grayson county KY. Also has people selling wood along the way. Dollar general within a few miles for supplies. Also bank, gas, post office, liquor store, restaurants and much more for a small area. It is ran by the Corps of Engineers. Check out the discount programs they have. If you are a senior disabled or veteran it could be free for life to get card. They have different tiers.
I'm a disabled veteran and have the access card. It gives me half off stays at federally run places and free day passes. Many more discounts yet to discover.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Laurel Branch by silas S., September 27, 2023
Reviewed Jun. 18, 2018

Choices

Laurel Recreation Area on Rough River Lake has three separate campgrounds that run along side the road with the boatramp between the second and third areas.

In the very first campground the sites along the road to me are not good if you have kids or dogs due to road traffic.

The “wood” side sites are better in that you can set up a more private area for camp life. 

The second campground area is smaller with less sites. There is a day use area in between the first and second campgrounds with a short nature trail.

The third campground down is the largest and is adjacent to the day use beach area

There were no direct put ins at the first two campgrounds. All three campgrounds had the usual; shower house, picnic tables and fire rings.

The boat ramp is not very long and has limited parking, you will get the opportunity to practice your backing skills with the trailer if you use this one. 

This is a nice camping area but crowded and to use any of the recreation areas you will need to load up your vehicle to get there. The third campground does have some sites with put in possible but you will need to reserve ahead.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Laurel Branch Campground?

Laurel Branch Campground offers private shower rooms, fishing opportunities, and boating access with a boat ramp nearby. The campground is situated on Rough River Lake, providing water recreation options. There are also designated camping areas with various site options including waterfront sites. The campground is pet-friendly and located near Litchfield in Grayson County, Kentucky, giving campers access to nearby town amenities as needed.

How does Laurel Branch Campground compare to Rough River for swimming?

Laurel Branch Campground is actually located on Rough River Lake, so you're swimming in the same body of water. The campground features a beach area and rocky shoreline access points for swimming. Water quality and swimming conditions would be similar to other areas of Rough River Lake. The dedicated beach at Laurel Branch provides a designated swimming area, which some campers might prefer over other access points on the lake.

What is the layout and site arrangement at Laurel Branch Campground?

Laurel Branch is part of the Laurel Recreation Area on Rough River Lake, which consists of three separate campgrounds running alongside a road. The boat ramp is positioned between the second and third areas. In the first campground section, sites along the road may not be ideal for families with children or dogs due to traffic concerns. Waterfront sites are available and recommended for the best experience, though these should be booked in advance as they're popular. The layout provides varying levels of privacy and water access depending on which section and site you choose.

Is there a beach or swimming area at Laurel Branch Campground?

Yes, Laurel Branch Campground has a beach area for swimming. The campground sits on Rough River Lake and features both a sandy beach area and a rocky shoreline, giving visitors multiple options for water access. Swimming is a popular activity at this location, making it a great destination for campers looking to cool off during their stay.