Kentucky State & National Parks + Forests

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State Parks

Barren River Lake State Resort Park – This park is located in south-central Kentucky and covers over 2,000 acres. It features a 10,000-acre lake, which is great for boating, fishing, and water sports. The park also has a golf course, hiking trails, and a beach for swimming. Visitors can stay at the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Blue Licks Battlefield State Park – This park is located in northeastern Kentucky and covers over 150 acres. It is the site of a historic battle from the American Revolutionary War. The park features a museum, hiking trails, and a campground. Visitors can also play golf at the park’s 18-hole course.
Breaks Interstate Park – This park is located on the border of Kentucky and Virginia and covers over 4,500 acres. It is known as the “Grand Canyon of the South” and features stunning views of the surrounding mountains and river valley. The park also has hiking trails, a campground, and a lodge for visitors to stay in.
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 1,200 acres. It features a 1,200-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has a golf course, hiking trails, and a swimming pool. Visitors can stay at the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Carr Creek State Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 700 acres. It features a 640-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Carter Caves State Resort Park – This park is located in northeastern Kentucky and covers over 2,000 acres. It features over 20 caves, which visitors can explore on guided tours. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay at the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Columbus-Belmont State Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 150 acres. It is the site of a Civil War battle and features a museum and interpretive center. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park – This park is located in southeastern Kentucky and covers over 1,600 acres. It features a stunning waterfall that is known as the “Niagara of the South.” The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay at the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Dale Hollow Lake State Park – This park is located on the border of Kentucky and Tennessee and covers over 3,400 acres. It features a 28,000-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay at the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Dawkins Line Rail Trail – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 18 miles of former railway track. It is the longest rail-trail in Kentucky and is great for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Along the trail, visitors can see historic coal mining towns and scenic countryside.
E. P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park – This park is located in Louisville, Kentucky and covers over 550 acres. It features a large playground, athletic fields, hiking trails, and a swimming pool. The park also has a BMX track and a model airplane field.
Fishtrap Lake State Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 1,100 acres. It features a 1,130-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Fort Boonesborough State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 325 acres. It is the site of a historic fort from the American Revolutionary War era. The park features a museum, hiking trails, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
General Burnside State Park – This park is located in south-central Kentucky and covers over 900 acres. It features a 100-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
General Butler State Resort Park – This park is located in northern Kentucky and covers over 800 acres. It features a golf course, hiking trails, and a swimming pool. The park also has a lodge, cabins, and campsites for visitors to stay in.
Grayson Lake State Park – This park is located in northeastern Kentucky and covers over 1,500 acres. It features a 1,500-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Green River Lake State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 1,300 acres. It features a 8,200-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park – This park is located in northeastern Kentucky and covers over 3,000 acres. It features a 300-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 2,800 acres. It features a 1,100-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
John James Audubon State Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 700 acres. It is the site of the birthplace of John James Audubon, a famous naturalist and artist. The park features a museum, hiking trails, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Kenlake State Resort Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 1,700 acres. It features a 160-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cabins, or campsites.
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 1,400 acres. It features a 160,000-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a golf course, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cottages, or campsites.
Kincaid Lake State Park – This park is located in northeastern Kentucky and covers over 800 acres. It features a 183-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Kingdom Come State Park – This park is located in southeastern Kentucky and covers over 1,283 acres. It features hiking trails, picnic areas, and a campground. The park is known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Lake Barkley State Resort Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 3,700 acres. It features a 58,000-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a golf course, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cottages, or campsites.
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park – This park is located in southern Kentucky and covers over 1,200 acres. It features a 50,250-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a golf course, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cottages, or campsites.
Lake Malone State Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 388 acres. It features a 788-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a swimming pool, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park – This park is located in southeastern Kentucky and covers over 896 acres. It features hiking trails, a museum, and a campground. The park is also home to the McHargue’s Mill, which is a working grist mill.
Lincoln Homestead State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 120 acres. It is the site of the Lincoln family’s homestead and features a museum, hiking trails, and a campground. The park also has a replica of the cabin that Abraham Lincoln was born in.
Mineral Mound State Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 541 acres. It features a 325-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a golf course, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
My Old Kentucky Home State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 39 acres. It features the Federal-style mansion that inspired Stephen Foster’s famous song “My Old Kentucky Home.” The park also has hiking trails, a campground, and a golf course. Visitors can stay in the park’s campground or nearby lodge.
Natural Bridge State Resort Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 2,200 acres. It features the natural sandstone arch known as Natural Bridge, as well as hiking trails, a sky lift, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cottages, or campsites.
Nolin Lake State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 333 acres. It features a 5,795-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a beach, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Old Fort Harrod State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 15 acres. It features a replica of the fort that was built by James Harrod in 1774. The park also has a museum, hiking trails, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s campground or nearby lodge.
Paintsville Lake State Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 1,140 acres. It features a 1,140-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a beach, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 15,000 acres. It features a forested landscape, hiking trails, a lake for fishing and boating, and a golf course. Visitors can stay in the park’s lodge, cottages, or campsites.
Pine Mountain State Resort Park – This park is located in southeastern Kentucky and covers over 1,500 acres. It features beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, hiking trails, and a lodge with cabins and a restaurant. The park also has a golf course and a campground.
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail – This trail is located in southeastern Kentucky and covers over 120 miles. It is a long-distance hiking trail that winds through the beautiful Pine Mountain range, offering hikers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Rough River Dam State Resort Park – This park is located in western Kentucky and covers over 1,000 acres. It features a 5,000-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a beach, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.
Taylorsville Lake State Park – This park is located in central Kentucky and covers over 1,200 acres. It features a 3,050-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a beach, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cottages or campsites.
Yatesville Lake State Park – This park is located in eastern Kentucky and covers over 2,300 acres. It features a 2,300-acre lake, which is great for fishing and boating. The park also has hiking trails, a beach, and a campground. Visitors can stay in the park’s cabins or campsites.

National Parks

State & National Forests

■ Daniel Boone National Forest
■ George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
■ Green River State Forest
■ Kentenia State Forest
■ Kentucky Ridge State Forest
■ Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
■ Pennyrile State Forest
■ Rolleigh Peterson Educational Forest
■ Tygarts State Forest