Axtel
Axtel 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.
Axtel Campground is a large facility with 158 campsites, many of which have electric hookups. All campsites provide sweeping views of the lake.
A swimming area, boat ramp, dump station, flush toilets, playground, showers, drinking water, fish-cleaning station, and short trail are also provided.
Wi-fi is available from an outside source.
Need to Know
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted
- Park Attendant can be reached while on duty at (270) 257-2584. 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.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Generators and other noise-producing devices must be turned off during this time.
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.
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.
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.
Changes & Cancellations
Once a reservation has been created, there will be a $10 fee to cancel your reservation, change sites, or change dates. Cancellations made the day before you are scheduled to arrive through the day after your arrival date will also be charged the first night's use fee. No-show's are charged a $20 fee plus the first night's use fee. If you reservation is for only 1 night, and you have been charged the first night's use fee, there is no $10 or $20 service fee charged.
Contact Information
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663 South Highway 79 McDaniels KY 40152
Physical Address
663 South Highway 79 McDaniels KY 40152
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 270-257-2584
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
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 9.7 miles. Turn right to stay on KY-79, traveling .7 miles. End at 663 South Highway 79, McDaniels, KY. Distance is approximately 74 miles with an approximate travel time of 1 hour, 20 minutes.
Available Campsites
- Site C046, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site F114, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site G126, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site E081, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site F108, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site F117, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site B033, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site A012, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E094/95, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site H146, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site F120, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site A020, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site A007, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site B039, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site G137, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site B035, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site B029, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site E087, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site G134, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site A016, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site H141, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site I154, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site I156, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C048, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site B030, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site I152, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A019, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site A022, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site H139, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B027, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site E060, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site G131, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site D056, Loop D, Type Standard Electric
- Site G132, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site E083, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C052, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site F112, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site A009, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site H140, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E068, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site I153, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site I151, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site D059, Loop D, Type Standard Electric
- Site H138, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E071, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site H142, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site F121, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site C049, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site G135, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site A006, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site C051, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site G122, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site E102, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site F113, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site E092, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site G133, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site B040, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site A013, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E079, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A005, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site A017, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site F107, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site A003, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E084, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A011, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site B031, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site A018, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site F119, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site H145, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E062, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site C043, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site B028, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site I158, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site G123, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site B034, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site H148/149, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site H147, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site F116, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site G128, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site G125, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site F111, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site D057, Loop D, Type Standard Electric
- Site A024, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E105, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E078, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E067, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E100, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site G136, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site I155, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A015, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site G129, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site E072, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E070, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E101, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E076, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C044, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site E099, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site A023, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site G124, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site D055, Loop D, Type Standard Electric
- Site D058, Loop D, Type Standard Electric
- Site B037, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site E066, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site I157, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B041, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site E069, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site B032, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site A026, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site A004, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site A025, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site H144, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E061, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site F106, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site A008, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site F110, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site E064/65, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B036, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site G130, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site A010, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E073, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E093, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B042, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site B038, Loop B, Type Standard Electric
- Site A001, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E086, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C050, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site H143, Loop H, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E074/75, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C047, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site A014, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site E103, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E091, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E082, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E063, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E080, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C053, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site E098, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E088, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site I150, Loop I, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A002, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site F115, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site E085, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E097, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E104, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site E096, Loop E, Type Standard Electric
- Site F118, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site F109, Loop F, Type Standard Electric
- Site G127, Loop G, Type Standard Electric
- Site E089/90, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E077, Loop E, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site C054, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
- Site A021, Loop A, Type Standard Electric
- Site C045, Loop C, Type Standard Electric
