From scenic lake views to rugged ridgelines, Kentucky offers an incredible variety of mountain biking experiences—and our state parks make the perfect basecamp. Whether you’re chasing singletrack, exploring rail trails, or diving into miles of national forest, these 11 Kentucky State Parks connect you to some of the best biking terrain in the state. With lodging, camping, and trail access all nearby, these parks offer the perfect ride-and-recharge combo.

🚵‍♂️ 1. Jenny Wiley State Resort Park – Prestonsburg, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride:
  • Sugar Camp Mountain Trail System
  • Dawkins Line Rail Trail
  • Prestonsburg Passage Rail Trail

A top destination in Eastern Kentucky for both adrenaline and easy cruising.

🚵‍♀️ 2. Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park – Buckhorn, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages
• Ride: Benny Goat Trails

Tucked into the mountains, Buckhorn is a peaceful home base for riders seeking backcountry vibes.

🚵 3. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park – Corbin, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride:
  • Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail
  • Daniel Boone National Forest
  • Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Ride by day, chase the famous moonbow at night.

🚵‍♂️ 4. General Burnside Island State Park – Burnside, KY

• Stay: Campground
• Ride: Pulaski County Park Trail System

Island camping plus lakeside rides—yes, please!

🚵 5. Green River Lake State Park – Campbellsville, KY

• Stay: Campground
• Ride: Green River Lake Trail System

Ideal for families and casual riders looking to explore central Kentucky.

🚵‍♀️ 6. Natural Bridge State Resort Park – Slade, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride:
  • Sheltowee Trace
  • Red River Gorge Trail System (select routes only)

Base yourself here for a blend of scenic beauty and challenging terrain.

🚵 7. Nolin Lake State Park – Mammoth Cave Area

• Stay: Campground
• Ride:
  • Brier Creek Trail System
  • Mammoth Cave National Park Trails

A rising star in the state’s biking scene—don’t miss Brier Creek!

🚵‍♂️ 8. Barren River Lake State Resort Park – Lucas, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride:
  • Twisted Oliver
  • Highlander Trails
  • Bowling Green Trail Systems

Great for riders who want a mix of lake life and city-connected trail systems.

🚵 9. Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park – Gilbertsville, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride:
  • Bo Beckett Memorial Trail System
  • Land Between the Lakes Trails

Lakefront comfort meets one of the region’s most extensive trail networks.

🚵‍♀️ 10. Kenlake State Resort Park – Hardin, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride: Land Between the Lakes Trail System

Ideal for bikers wanting immediate access to LBL while enjoying resort-style lodging.

🚵 11. Lake Barkley State Resort Park – Cadiz, KY

• Stay: Lodge, cottages, campground
• Ride: Land Between the Lakes Trails

A lakeside retreat perfect for multi-day adventures in the LBL backwoods.

Ready to Roll?

Whether you’re looking to crush singletrack or coast through scenic corridors, Kentucky State Parks provide the lodging, amenities, and access you need to make the most of your mountain biking adventures. Pack the bike and hit the trails—your next ride is closer than you think.

📍 Explore more biking resources on our Biking in Kentucky State Parks page.