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FORT BOONESBOROUGH STATE PARK, KY

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Description

Fort Boonesborough State Park is the site of Ft. Boonesborough, founded in 1775 by Daniel Boone. A full scale replica of the original fort, complete with living historians is the parks main feature. The park is located in the Central Kentucky Bluegrass Region along the Kentucky River and is near to such attractions as the horse farms around Lexington, the arts and crafts of Berea, and White Hall State Historic Site that is only 8 miles away.

Services & Amenities:

Within Park

Bathhouse
Bicycle Riding
Bird Watching
Boat Ramp
Boating
Boating, Canoeing
Boating, Jon (Paddle)
Boating, Kayaking
Boating, Pedal
Boating, Power
Camper Apreciation Weekend
Campground Host
Camping, Improved Site
Camping, Primitive
Canoeing
Dump Station
Fire Rings
First Aid Supplies
Fishing
Fishing River
Grills
Grocery store
Hiking
Hiking Trail
Historic Sites
Historic Structure/Feature
Horseshoes
Information/Contact Station
Jet Skiing
Jogging/Running
Kentucky River Heritage Weekend
Laundry
Lifeguards (Seasonal)
Maintenance, Facility
Meeting Space
Museum
Newspapers
Officer/Ranger Station
Parking

Picnic Area
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Shelter
Picnic Tables
Picnicking
Playground
Programs, History
Programs, Nature
Programs, Recreational
Propane
Putt-Putt
Putt-Putt course
Recreation Programs
Restrooms
Retail, Bait &Tackle
Retail, Drinks
Retail, Firewood
Retail, Ice
Retail, Seasonal Concessions
Retail, Snacks
Retail, Store/Gift Shop
Retail, Supplies
River/Stream
Shelters
Showers
Skiing - Water
Stargazing
Sunbathing
Swimming - Pool
Trails Hiking/Walking easy
Volleyball
Volleyball Net
Walking
Water Access, River/Stream
Water Drinking
Water Skiing
Water Slides
interpretive trail

Less Than 1 Mile

Moorage

Within 10 Miles

ATM (available in Lodge Lobby)
Admin Service, Copying
Admin Service, Faxing
Canoe Rental
Car Rental
Churches
Dining
Emergency Services
Fuel, Boats
Fuel, Vehicles
Golf
Golfing
Horse Stalls
Horseback Riding

Hospital
Kennel
Maintenance, vehicle
Medical Clinic
Motel
Pay Telephone
Scenic driving routes
Seasonal Festivals
Shopping
Tennis
Tennis Court
Town
ball field

Greater Than 10 Miles

Airport
Antiquing
Arboretum
Cabins
Camping backcountry
Cottages
Cultural Activities
Geological Formations
Lodging, Cabins
Maintenance, Rv/Camper

Mall
Musical Performances
Nature Center
Nature Study
Outfitter
Sightseeing
Trails Hiking Moderate
Trails, Difficult Hiking
area attraction

Alerts and Important Information

Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants.Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. If more than 4 adults are going to be on the site, an additional $5.00 per night per adult will be collected upon arrival at the park. Max units per site is (2) and may include (1) camper unit + (1) tent. If no camper unit, then (2) tents is the max allowed.

During the winter months, water is turned off on site, but the restrooms are open and water fill-up is available all winter. There are three dump stations located in the campground. If two families agree to share a site each camping unit must be registered and a fee paid.

Please note that the Kentucky Department of Parks permits the use of non-licensed vehicles in campgrounds, including golf carts, only by those individuals with a disability. This policy will be enforced for the safety of all guests.

This Campground is in Eastern Time zone.

Quiet hours are from 11:00pm until 7:00am and no visitors are allowed during this time. Pets must be on a leash. No alcohol, firearms or fireworks. Dumping of sewage and gray water onto the ground is prohibited. Check out time is 1:00pm. In the event two families agree to share a site each camping unit must be registered.

Please note:

The maximum reservation window is 12 months in advance to the date.

New Inventory is made available when the call center opens.

There is a 1 night minimum stay during the week at all parks.

There is a 2 night minimum stay on peak season weekends at all parks with the exception of the Kentucky Horse Park.

The minimum stay on peak season weekends at the Kentucky Horse Park is 1 night.

Customers may arrive on a Friday or Saturday and stay a minimum of two nights.

Customer service is authorized to fill in any empty spaces caused by the 2-night weekend stay rule.

Please note the following:

Longer minimum night stays are required at most campgrounds during holiday periods.

Parks prohibits the importation of firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in an effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds. https://parks.ky.gov/firewood-policy

Golf carts are allowed in the campground by purchasing a permit at check-in. Permits are $25 for the week or $100 for the calendar year. Annual permits can be used at all Kentucky State Park campgrounds and the Kentucky Horse Park. Disabled guests are not required to purchase a permit if they display their disability hanging tag.

There is a special 7 day minimum for both The Boonesborough Boogie Car Classic and the Halloween Fest in October of each year. Any reservation that contains any of the dates below must be 7 days or more in length: October 14, 15, 21, 22, 2016; October 20,21, 27,28, 2017

Notes

There is a community swimming pool located in the nearby picnic area. The nearest town is Winchester, KY and is located 8 miles north of the park. The park is located on the Kentucky River and has fishing. Bait and fishing licenses are available. There are several nearby restaurants.

Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants. Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. If more than 4 adults are going to be on the site, an additional $5.00 per night per adult will be collected upon arrival at the park. Max units per site is (2) and may include (1) camper unit + (1) tent. If no camper unit, then (2) tents is the max allowed.

**Parks prohibits the importation of firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds.** http://parks.ky.gov/regulations/firewood.htm

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

FORT BOONESBOROUGH STATE PARK
4375 Boonesboro Road
Richmond KY 40475

Phone Number:

Information: (859)527-3454