Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:56 PM)
- Water level
- 103.6 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Rough River Lake
Updated 59 min agoSource: USGS station 03318005 — ROUGH RIVER LAKE NEAR FALLS OF ROUGH, KY · 4.1 mi from Rough River Lake
Launch Light & Moon — July 29
local timeFull Moon (100% illuminated). Peak fishing window — solunar theory puts fish most active around the new and full moon.
Location
Quick Facts: Rough River Lake
| Location | Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Rough River Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 37.586434, -86.305770 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Breckinridge County |
Rough River Lake is a public boat launch providing access to Rough River Lake in Kentucky at coordinates 37.58643, -86.30577. Data published by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KY KDFWR).
Rough River Lake is a public boat launch on Rough River Lake in Breckinridge County, Kentucky. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rough River Lake
Is Rough River Lake free to use?
Yes, Rough River Lake is a public boat launch with free access in Kentucky.
What water does Rough River Lake access?
Rough River Lake provides boat launch access to Rough River Lake in Kentucky.
How do I get to Rough River Lake?
Rough River Lake is located at coordinates 37.586434, -86.305770 in Kentucky. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Rough River Lake includes 6 other public boat ramps within 5.5 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.