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E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park, KY

A 554-acre oasis on the outskirts of Louisville, the rolling fields that were once farmland and the site of Old Central State Hospital are now the site of some of the finest indoor and outdoor recreation facilities in Kentucky. Stop by for a swim, play a round of tennis, or bring...
Status: Open through Sat Oct 31 2026   Season Dates
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Picnic Pavilion
100 Accessible site
Electric Hookup available: 20 amp Water Hookup
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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50 Accessible site
Electric Hookup available: 20 amp Water Hookup
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Description

A 554-acre oasis on the outskirts of Louisville, the rolling fields that were once farmland and the site of Old Central State Hospital are now the site of some of the finest indoor and outdoor recreation facilities in Kentucky. Stop by for a swim, play a round of tennis, or bring your pet to the dog park! Hours of Operation Park Grounds: Open all year. Park closes daily at 10 p.m. Park opens daily at dawn. Trails and some access points are subject to close daily at dusk.

Recreation:

We 16 outdoor pickleball courts that are free and open to the public dawn to dusk daily, and courts can be reserved for a fee. Four indoor courts in the gym can be rented for $75/hr. Please contact the Recreation Office at 502-429-7270 or email eptompickleball@ky.gov for more information, pricing, leagues & availability.

Facilities:

This park also has a dog park, archery range, recreational courts, BMX track, and playgrounds.

Wed Jun 17 2026 - Wed Jun 16 2027

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.


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Thu Nov 13 2025
Sat Oct 31 2026
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Mailing Address:
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
3000 Freys Hill Road
Louisville  KY  40241
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Information:  (502)429-7270