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Kentucky Department of Parks
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Frankfort, KY 40601
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Kentucky Department of Parks
500 Mero Street, Fifth Floor
Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Phone: (502) 564-4270
Fax: (502) 564-1079
Email: [email protected]
Latest News
At each stop, the Governor said this legislative session is the perfect time for lawmakers in Frankfort to pass his budget proposal
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park will offer assistance to residents of Clinton County affected by the water shortage from Jan. 23 - 27
Carter Caves State Resort Park to Host Winter Adventure Weekend on Jan. 25-28
Kentucky State Parks’ 100-year celebrations are underway, and Carter Caves State Park will host a Winter Adventure Weekend on Jan. 25-28
Kentucky State Parks Receives Star of the Industry Award from Kentucky Travel Industry Association
The award recognizes travel professionals who have demonstrated exceptional frontline service
Salt Festival Set for October 20-22 at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
Visitors can experience a glimpse into the past at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Boone County
Old Fort Harrod State Park To Host Sleepy Hollow Experience Sept. 28 – Oct. 31
Showtimes are Thursday through Saturday, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., and Sunday at 7 p.m.
Four Kentucky State Parks Recognized as ‘Best in Kentucky’ by Kentucky Living M…
Four Kentucky State Parks were recognized as part of this year’s Kentucky Living 2023 Best in Kentucky
Carter Caves State Resort Park To Host Adventure Experience Sept. 23
Carter Caves State Resort Park will host an Adventure Experience on Saturday, Sept. 23.
Fraley Music Festival Returns to Carter Caves State Resort Park Sept. 6-9
The Fraley Festival of Traditional Music is set to take place September 6-9 at Carter Caves State Resort Park
Waveland Art Fair Returns to Waveland State Historic Site Sept. 9-10
Food trucks, local arts and crafts vendors and talented Kentucky artists will return to the Waveland State Historic Site in Lexington
Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site To Host Chickasaw Nation Dancers August 25…
The Chickasaw Nation Dancers will present their traditional dances and songs at Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site
Carter Caves State Resort Park To Host Crawlathon August 12
Carter Caves State Resort Park will host its annual Crawlathon event on Saturday, August 12.
My Old Kentucky Home State Park To Accept Portrait of Historic Resident Judge J…
Home Coming celebrates 100-year anniversary of the park
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park to Host American Indian Heritage Weekend Apr…
The event will explore the history, culture and ancient wisdom of the Indigenous people of the Cumberland Plateau
The event will take place 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at My Old Kentucky Home State Park
Funding will repair properties, boost tourism industry and economy
Orienteering is a navigation sport where competitors use a map and compass to find checkpoints on a course.
E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park will host a special insect presentation and identification workshop, “The World Under Your Feet,” on March 7.
Certification will increase activity in the Casey County community
Rough River Dam State Resort Park will celebrate the 60th anniversary of its lodge during the weekend of November 4-6
Certification will encourage visitation to the Cumberland County community
Certification will encourage visitation to the Cumberland County community
The Salt Festival is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Kentucky Battlefield to Host 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Perryville with a National Civil War Reenactment
Kentucky State Parks Recognized as ‘Best in Kentucky’ by Kentucky Living Magazine
Federal Funding will aid in rehabilitation efforts
Now Open for Submissions through October 31, 2022
Beach access will be limited to registered campground and lodging guests on weekends and holidays effective May 28, 2022
Sealed bids must be submitted by Feb. 14
Cherokee State Park served as only state park for African-Americans during Jim Crow Era
Kentucky State Parks Recognized as ‘Best in Kentucky’ by Kentucky Living Magazine
Big Twigs attraction expected to bring new guests to Muhlenberg County
Golf course renamed “The Cullan at Mineral Mound” to honor Brown’s legacy
New 16 court complex to bring guests and tourism dollars to Louisville
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Beach Access to be Limited Due to Ongoing Safety Concerns
Employees share their favorite spots for the perfect Kentucky safe-cation
Park remains open to the public
Lincoln Homestead is one of 13 Kentucky State Park Golf Courses
Lower lake levels expected through summer/early fall
All Kentucky State Parks Remain Open to the Public
Special Camping Deals Available During April
Has worked at park since 2007
Bardstown native recently managed Taylorsville Lake State Park
Deadline for bids is Feb. 10
4-Week Series Features Kentucky Historical Figures
First Program is Jan. 25
Offered at Lake Barkley, Kenlake and Kentucky Dam Village state parks
No injuries reported
Located in Mayo-Underwood Building
Event in its 11th year
Has authored books on Civil War, active in history organizations
Learn about frontier customs and traditions
Part of effort to make repairs and safety upgrades at parks
Plans call for wastewater treatment, roof and safety upgrades
16 Resort Parks Serving 10,000 Guests
Passes for single courses offered for 2020
No Camping, Military Demonstrations or Food
37th Annual Event Scheduled for Oct. 18-20 in Boone County
Battle re-enactments, soldier camps, ghost walk and more planned
Learn about 18th century life at Fort Boonesborough
Arts, Music, Food, Kids Games and More
Learn about life in the 18th century
Part of Archaeology Month
My Old Kentucky Home Awarded First Place for Historic Site
Musical instruments tell stories about traditions in Eastern Kentucky
Recommended for guides, outdoor groups, emergency medical personnel
Parks veteran Jack Winburn is new manager
Sign Up For Free Prizes
Learn about life in late 18th and early 19th centuries
Free Event Starts at 5 p.m.
Chris Fugate, Chris Cary Named to Manager Positions
Authors To Discuss, Sign Books at Free Event
Kentucky State Parks Also Recognized for Preservation Support
Free with fort admission
Lodge pools, community pools and beaches available this summer
Races Also Planned at Yatesville Lake and Natural Bridge
First Weekend is May 18-19 at Barren River Lake
Starts May 25 at Northern Kentucky Park
Program Helps Send Students to Kentucky State Parks
Up to 10 percent discounts available at 17 resort parks
Free demonstrations and activities planned
Egg Hunts For Kids Planned
Vine Grove Native Has Pro Fishing Background
Available at Kentucky Dam Village, Lake Barkley and Kenlake
Has worked at Pine Mountain State Resort Park Since 2001
Ash Trees Infected by Emerald Ash Borer
Has Worked at Park Since 2011
Held under Land and Water Conservation Fund Act
Part of Land and Water Conservation Fund Act
Deadline for bids is Feb. 18
Park to open Moonbow Café across from Gift Shop until Riverview Restaurant reopens in Spring 2019
4-Week Series Features Kentucky Historical Figures
Festival features live demonstrations of pioneer life and frontier skills.
Weekend includes battle re-enactments, museum tours, soldier camps
School of the Soldier featured this year
Battle re-enactments both days
Part of Kentucky Archaeology Month
Announced at 2018 Kentucky State Fair
Food, local brews, talented artists return for fair
Background Includes Tennessee State Parks
Folk, old-time, western, western swing, early country, and others are played
Pennyrile Forest, Mineral Mound Courses To Close
Step Back in Time at Pioneer Encampment
50 percent off Sunday-Thursday
Good Weekdays Sunday-Thursday
Lake Being Drained Due to Leak
Lake Level Being Lowered
Officials Monitoring Lake
Visiting Several Parks In July
Events at White Hall and Waveland historic sites
On Saturdays During Summer
Quilt Event is June 8-10
June 23 event offers information about ancestors
June 9 event held at state parks across the state
Arts and Crafts Festival Set For May 26-27
The New Kentucky State Parks Culinary Trail and nine regional signature meals
Buffet on May 13