Posts Tagged ‘kentucky’
Kentucky State Historic Sites and Parks
Last Updated on Friday, 21 January 2011 01:41 Written by lyn Friday, 21 January 2011 01:41
- Historic
- Recreation
- Ben Hawes
- Big Bone Lick
- Carr Creek
- Columbus-Belmont
- E.P. Tom Sawyer
- Fisthtrap Lake
- Fort Boonesborough
- General Burnside
- Grayson Lake
- Green River Lake
- John James Audubon
- Kincaid Lake
- Kingdom Come
- Lake Malone
- Levi Jackson
- Lincoln Homestead
- Mineral Mound
- My Old Kentucky Home
- Nolin Lake
- Old Fort Harrod
- Paintsville Lake
- Pine Mountain Trail
- Taylorsville Lake
- Yatesville Lake
- Resort
Welcome to Kentucky State Parks
Wildlife Viewing and Tours
Visitors to Jenny Wiley and Buckhorn Lake can choose a weekend, stay at a state park lodge or cottage and arise early to enjoy one of these unique tours.
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Eagle Watch Weekends
We are pleased to continue our Eagle Watch Weekend events at Kentucky Dam Village, Kenlake, Lake Barkley and Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Parks.
Packages
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and Kentucky State Parks are offering special packages and programs in February.
As winter sets in the Commonwealth, the Kentucky State Parks announce Getaway Packages for the remainder of 2010. Getaway and go fishing, go boating, play one of our award-winning golf courses and more!
Discounts
10% lodging or camping discount to the following guests:
Current & retired military personnel with proof of service
Senior citizens (age 62 & older) with ID
Disabled adult discount – must present card from
Department of Aging and Independent Living
AAA members with membership card
KET members with membership card
Kentucky POWs camp for free (requires a POW card issued by
KY Dept. of Parks)
Adventure
Kentucky Outdoor Adventure
Download and view all the scheduled KY State Parks Adventure Programs for 2010 (Adobe PDF Document). Download …
Family Adventure Quest
This year’s challenges will take your team across the state to parks and historic sites in search of your next adventure and photo op. Details ..
Did You Know ?
State Parks Video Spotlight
Escape to the scenic views and great events at Kentucky State Parks this year while you enjoy a cozy secluded cabin or lodge.
Check Availability
Whether you’re looking for last minute reservations for the weekend or planning ahead, you can use this tool to check availability and types of accomodations at our state resort parks.
Make A Reservation
Come enjoy a relaxing visit to one of Kentucky’s beautiful and majestic 51 state parks. Make your reservation online today: Campground or Cottage or Lodge.
Sweetheart Weekends
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and we’re offering special packages and programs in February. Here’s a great chance for a getaway weekend along with excellent food, entertainment and natural beauty and scenery. More info >>
Unbridled Spirit Gift Card
The Kentucky Unbridled Gift Card offers a unique way to give the gift of great history, great champions, great arts and crafts and great getaways in the state of Kentucky. More information …
Kentucky State Parks Passport
Get your Kentucky State Parks passport and find great adventures while you travel through the Commonwealth. Passports are available online and at the parks gift shops. View details about program.
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Lost Landmark-Woodlawn/William Rodes House, Richmond (KY)
Last Updated on Tuesday, 14 December 2010 03:28 Written by lyn Tuesday, 14 December 2010 03:28
This residence was built in 1822 by General Green Clay for his daughter, the wife of Colonel William Rodes. John Fox, Jr., wrote a description of this house in his novel Crittenden. Woodlawn was occupied by both Union and Confederate forces during the War Between the States. The house was dismantled in 2005 and removed from the county.
Woodlawn (Before 2005) (Google Maps accessed 12/14/2010)
Woodlawn Site (After 2005) (Microsoft Bing Maps accessed 12/14/2010)
Woodlawn taken 1989 by Brenda York
Tags: historic house, historic sites, kentucky, landmark, lost house, lost landmark, richmond, road travel, woodlawn | Posted under Auto Trail News | Comments Off
Lost Landmark-Woodlawn/William Rodes House, Richmond (KY)
Last Updated on Tuesday, 14 December 2010 03:22 Written by caddofl Tuesday, 14 December 2010 03:22
Woodlawn taken 1989 by Brenda York
- Woodlawn (Before 2005) (Google Maps accessed 12/14/2010)
This residence was built in 1822 by General Green Clay for his daughter, the wife of Colonel William Rodes. John Fox, Jr., wrote a description of this house in his novel Crittenden. Woodlawn was occupied by both Union and Confederate forces during the War Between the States. The house was dismantled in 2005 and removed from the county.
Woodlawn Site (After 2005) (Microsoft Bing Maps accessed 12/14/2010)
Tags: american history, historic house, house, kentucky, lost house, lost landmark, richmond, road travel, woodlawn | Posted under Forgotten Landmarks | 1 Comment
Slow Travels-Kentucky
Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 June 2010 06:33 Written by lyn Tuesday, 1 June 2010 05:09
Slow Travels-Kentucky explores four highway routes through the Bluegrass State. U.S. Highway 25 travels from Covington to the Cumberland Gap, retracing parts of the Wilderness Road and Daniel Boone’s Trace. U.S. Highway 31W travels the important Louisville-Nashville Road from Louisville through Bowling Green. U.S. Highway 41 explores the Pennyrile section of the state, from Henderson and Owensboro to the Tennessee Line. Finally, U.S. Highway 68 travels the width of the state, from the Ohio River opposite the state of Ohio, to Paducah. Come explore the rich history of the pioneers as they settled this territory with our guide to historic points of interest along these highways.
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