Rough River Lake

10/21/2026

Water safety matters all year long! These tips could save your life or the life of someone you care about. To learn more about water safety visit the US Army Corps of Engineers National Water Safety Program website here:
https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/National-Water-Safety_Program/

10/17/2026

You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is designed for your water recreational activity can make your time in and on the water even more fun, so Please Wear It

10/11/2026

We can knot believe how fast summer is ending. 😉 Knowing how to tie correct and crisp knots regardless of the season will ensure you keep your vessel secure, avoid accidents, and are prepared for any situation on the water. Please Wear It

10/09/2026

Always wear an engine cutoff device and a life jacket. If you capsize, stay with your boat, unless the shore is very close. The lake’s shore may look easy to reach, but often cold water, waves, current, exhaustion, or injury can make the swim deadly.

10/07/2026

🎃👻 Halloween Spooktacular at Rough River Lake!

Get ready for a night of costumes and Halloween fun at Rough River Lake! 🍬🕷️

📅 October 31

📍 Laurel Branch Campground – 4:30 p.m.

📍 Axtel Campground – 5:30 p.m. (Gates close at 6 p.m. for Trunk-or-Treat)

Vote for your favorite decorated site at the Toolhouse until 8 p.m.🎃

Be sure to check out additional information in the flyers below.

Questions? Contact our office at 270-257-2061.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

🎃👻 Halloween is almost here! 👻🎃

Looking for some fun, water-safety-themed Halloween activities? Check out the Bobber Halloween Pack at www,Bobber.info featuring fun pumpkin stencils and a Bobber mask! You can also find the Life Jacket-o’-Lantern paper model activity — the perfect way to add a little water safety to your Halloween fun.

And remember, the best safety trick is to keep a close eye on children and make sure they wear a properly fitted life jacket whenever they’re in, on, or near open water — including lakes, rivers, and ponds.

Have a safe, spooky, and fun Halloween!

10/01/2026

Happy Fall, all!

What better way to highlight the changing seasons than with a fun fall water safety riddle?

As the season begins to change remember life jackets are always in fashion and should be worn any time you’re near the water. So, size your life jacket right, buckle or zip it up, and have fun recreating. Please Wear It

09/22/2026

🚧Visitor Notice – Seasonal Beach Closures 🚧

The following beaches at Rough River Lake will close for the season beginning Monday, Sept. 28, 2026:

🏖️ Laurel Branch Beach – Public access
🏖️ Axtel Beach – Campers-only access

Please plan your visits accordingly and enjoy the remaining days of the recreation season at Rough River Lake! 🌊☀️

07/31/2026

No Wake Zones are there for a reason. Reducing your speed helps protect swimmers, paddlers, and wildlife, keeps docks and boats safe from damage, and protects shorelines from erosion.

Remember, when you enter a No Wake Zone:
✅ Slow to idle speed
✅ Minimize your wake
✅ Stay alert for others on the water
✅ Take precautions to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
✅ Make sure every passenger stays on the vessel and keeps their life jacket on