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Whether it's summer, winter or somewhere in between, Kentucky State Parks are the perfect place to have fun, unwind and build relationships. Choice would be the word to describe the recreational opportunities. With championship golf courses, marinas, multi-use trails, horseback riding, tennis courts and swimming pools, state parks are Kentucky’s playground. Our parks are also vast lakes, mountaintops, caves and wildlife viewing.


 

You may choose to sit back, relax and let the kids run free. Reconnect with family and friends while discovering and exploring our natural resources. To introduce you to the unique features and opportunities at each park, our talented recreation and interpretation staff provides educational and entertaining programs for all ages and interests.

Things to Do

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1. Visit the Bison herd.2. Tour the Museum and Diorama pit.3. Discover Salt Springs along the Big Bone Creek trail.4. Camp overnight.5. Grab a souvenir t-shirt. Big Bone Lick’s…
Northern Kentucky River Region
Northern Kentucky River Region
Top Five Things to Do1. Enjoy a visit to the Pioneer Museum.2. Find that special Kentucky Proud specialty item in our Gift Shop.3. Retrace the steps of Daniel Boone and the ancient…
Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon & Boone Region
Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon & Boone Region
Top Five Things to Do1. Rent a lakefront cabin.2. Mountain bike the 12 mile stack loop trail.3. Birders bring binoculars for the Virginia Wildlife Trail. 4. Rent a pedal boat,…
Kentucky Appalachians
Kentucky Appalachians
Carr Creek Lake was once home to some of the area's earliest pioneer settlements as early as the 1770s. Today, the area is a family-friendly escape with plenty of water activities,…
Daniel Boone Country
Daniel Boone Country
1. Rest and Relax at the beautiful campground overlooking the Mississippi River2. Visit the park Snack Bar for the Best soft serve ice cream and Fantastic Quickie Dogs.3. Hike the…
Western Waterlands
Western Waterlands
Top Five Things To Do Stroll the original fort site of Daniel Boone and settlers.Visit with our living historians in the replica working Fort.Shop for handmade pioneer items in the…
Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon & Boone Region
Bluegrass, Horses, Bourbon & Boone Region
Top Five Things To Do Play the award winning “Best Public” golf course in Kentucky. Launch your own or rent a boat to explore Lake Cumberland. Overnight in the 75-acre campground.…
Southern Kentucky Vacations
Southern Kentucky Vacations
Top Five Things To Do 1. Hike the Butler Lake Trail to explore CCC structures and native aquatic wildlife.2. View the Overlook at sunset to see the confluence of Ky and Oh…
Northern Kentucky River Region
Northern Kentucky River Region
Top Five Things To Do1. Kayak to Grotto Falls.2. Hike the Beech Hemlock Trail to view sandstone rock formations.3. Play a round of golf on the 18-hole championship golf course.4.…
Kentucky Appalachians
Kentucky Appalachians
Top Five Things To Do1. Hike, bike or horseback 28 miles of all-purpose trails.2. Enjoy fishing on beautiful Green River Lake.3. Overnight in 167 RV or 60 primitive sites.…
Southern Kentucky Vacations
Southern Kentucky Vacations