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PENNYRILE FOREST STATE RESORT PARK, KY

Average Rating: 3.8
Average Rating: 3.8
Average Rating: 3.8
Average Rating: 3.8
Average Rating: 3.8
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The park is situated in the middle of 14,000 plus acres of forest. We have a 56 acre lake with pedal boats and row boats. There are miles of hiking trails that meander through the forest. It is a great place to get back to nature. We also have an 18 hole golf course, tennis and basketball ...
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The park is situated in the middle of 14,000 plus acres of forest. We have a 56 acre lake with pedal boats and row boats. There are miles of hiking trails that meander through the forest. It is a great place to get back to nature. We also have an 18 hole golf course, tennis and basketball court, and a lodge with a full service dinning room.

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • 18 Hole Miniature Golf
  • Amphitheater
  • Basketball Net/Court
  • Bath House
  • Bathhouse, Storm Shelter
  • Bicycle Riding
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating, Pedal
  • Cable Tv
  • Cafe/Restaurant
  • Camp Store
  • Camper's Appreciation Weekend
  • Camping, Tent
  • Canoe Rental
  • Catering
  • Concession
  • Dock, Boat
  • Dump Station
  • Dumpster
  • Emergency Services
  • Fire Rings
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Fishing
  • Flower Viewing
  • Gift/Souvenir Shop
  • Golf
  • Grills
  • Group Camping
  • Group/Community facility
  • Hiking
  • Hotel
  • Jogging/Running
  • Kayak Rentals
  • Lake
  • Laundry
  • Lodging, Cabins
  • Paddle Boat Rentals
  • Parking
  • Photography
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Playground
  • Ranger Station
  • Recreation Programs
  • Recreation Shelter
  • Restaurant
  • Retail, Ice
  • Scenic driving routes
  • Shelters
  • Sightseeing
  • Stargazing
  • Sunbathing
  • Swimming - Lake
  • Tennis Court
  • Trails, Mountain Bike
  • Trails,Equestrain
  • Volleyball
  • Volleyball Net
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Camping, Equestrian
Greater Than 1 Mile
  • Hunting
  • Retail, Firewood
Within 10 Miles
  • Cash Machine / ATM
  • Churches
  • Convenience Store
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Grocery store
  • Retail, Bait &Tackle
  • Town
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Boating
  • Hospital
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.

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 Central 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.
  • 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.
  • Notes

    Pennyrile Forest has a rustic stone and wood lodge with 24 lodge rooms a 200 seat dining room that has a view of the lake, There are pedal boat and row boat rentals, miles of hiking trails, tennis and basketball courts and a 18 hole golf course. There is also a beach so the kids can play in the sand. It is also patroled by our Park Ranger ready to answer almost any question you may have.

    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:

    PENNYRILE FOREST STATE RESORT PARK
    20781 Pennyrile Lodge Rd
    Dawson Springs  KY  42408
    Phone Number:
    Information:  (270)797-3421