Campground Closure Notice::
Due to continued delays with the contractor, we cannot open the campground during your stay. The campground will remain closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause, especially over a holiday weekend.
ALERT : The campground is closed for renovations.
Attention: Burn Bans may be in effect. Please contact the Park for details on restrictions.
Attention: Due to weather, Kentucky State Parks cannot guarantee the availability of water or other resources at our campgrounds during inclement weather months when freezing temperatures are possible. Please contact the park directly for available resources if traveling during months that are conducive to freezing temperatures.
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MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME STATE PARK, KY

Average Rating: 3.7
Average Rating: 3.7
Average Rating: 3.7
Average Rating: 3.7
Average Rating: 3.7
1735 Ratings
My Old Kentucky Home State Park honors the home that was the symbol of Stephen Foster's most endearing song, the stately mansion on the Rowan Estate known as Federal Hill. The home completed in 1818,rests on on a sloping 290 acres deeded to the state in 1922. It's builder, Judge ...
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My Old Kentucky Home State Park honors the home that was the symbol of Stephen Foster's most endearing song, the stately mansion on the Rowan Estate known as Federal Hill. The home completed in 1818,rests on on a sloping 290 acres deeded to the state in 1922. It's builder, Judge John Rowan, was a man of great distinction, serving on both the Ky Cout of Appeals and in the U.S. Senate.

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Admin Service, Copying
  • Admin Service, Faxing
  • Amphitheater
  • Bathhouse
  • Campground Host
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Dump Station
  • Golf
  • Grills
  • Historic Sites
  • Meeting Space
  • Musical Performances
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicikng
  • Restrooms
  • Retail, Ice
  • Retail, Store/Gift Shop
  • Shelters
  • Shopping
  • Showers
  • Telephone
  • Tennis
  • Tennis Court
  • The Sound of Music
  • Water Drinking
Less Than 1 Mile
  • ATM / Cash Machine
  • Churches
  • Distillery Tours
  • Fishing
  • Medical Clinic
  • Motel
  • Newspapers
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming - Pool
  • Walking
  • ball field
Greater Than 1 Mile
  • Car Rental
  • Emergency Services
  • Grocery store
  • Hospital
  • Laundry
  • Maintenance, vehicle
  • Photography
  • Propane
Within 10 Miles
  • Airport
  • Antiquing
  • Art & Museum
  • Catering
  • Cultural-sites / Exhibits
  • Fishing reservoir
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Arboretum
  • Nature Center
  • Scenic driving routes
  • Seasonal Festivals
  • Sightseeing
  • area attraction
Alerts and Important Information

Due to continued delays with the contractor, we cannot open the campground during your stay. The campground will remain closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause, especially over a holiday weekend.

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.

In the coldest part of winter the water is turned off. You must be self contained. Discount rate are available in winter while water is off.

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.

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.
  • Customers may arrive on a Friday or Saturday and stay a minimum of two nights.
  • The horse park campground cannot guarantee satellite reception at each campsite
  • 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.

Notes

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:
MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME STATE PARK
668 Loretto Rd
Bardstown  KY  40004
Phone Number:
Information:  (502)348-3502