Best in Kentucky 2017 – Campground Kentucky Living August 24, 2017 1 min read Best in Kentucky THIRD PLACE Red River Gorge Geological Area – Stanton SECOND PLACE Kentucky Horse Park – Lexington WINNER Axtel Campground at Rough River – McDaniels Lake views, clean facilities, and a family environment await at this large 158-site campground managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Find a marina, boat ramp, showers, playground, bank fishing, and more. Photo: Diane Stratton Related Articles 2024 Best in Kentucky winners Best in Kentucky Awards Show Vote for Best in Kentucky 2024 Best in Kentucky nominations