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ATTENTION : Due to delays in upgrading the electric at Taylorsville Lake State Park, the campground will not be open through 7/16/25.
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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TAYLORSVILLE LAKE STATE PARK, KY

Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
Average Rating: 4.5
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Taylorsville Lake State Park is a favorite of both wranglers and anglers. The park sits on 3,050-acre Taylorsville Lake, where anglers can vie for bass, bluegill and crappie. The 1,200-acre park encompasses some of the most beautiful riding country around, not far away from Kentucky's ...
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Taylorsville Lake State Park is a favorite of both wranglers and anglers. The park sits on 3,050-acre Taylorsville Lake, where anglers can vie for bass, bluegill and crappie. The 1,200-acre park encompasses some of the most beautiful riding country around, not far away from Kentucky's biggest city.

Geography:

Taylorsville Lake State Park is near Louisville.

Recreation:

The wonderful 16-mile trail system on this park is managed as multi-use trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. A day on the lake is a glorious opportunity at Taylorsville Lake. Rent a fishing boat and cast for bass, bluegill or crappie; schedule cruising time on one of the marinas pontoon boats, or launch your own from four launching ramps. The marina has open and covered slips, gas, food, and fishing equipment.

Facilities:

Camp out in Taylorsville Lakes RV campground, which has a central service building with laundry. Ten sites of the campground are set aside for horse camping. These sites have water and electricity and share the RV camp's laundry room.

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • ATM (available in Lodge Lobby)
  • Admin Service, Copying
  • Admin Service, Faxing
  • Bathhouse
  • Bicycle Riding
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Boating, Power
  • Camping, Equestrian
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Canoeing
  • Comfort Station
  • Docks, Fishing/Crabbing
  • Dump Station
  • Fire Rings
  • First Aid Station
  • Fishing
  • Fishing, Pier
  • Grills
  • Handicap Access
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Difficult
  • Horseback Riding
  • Information Center
  • Jet Skiing
  • Jogging/Running
  • Laundry
  • Maintenance, Facility
  • Mountain Trail Bicycles
  • Musical Performances
  • Office/Ranger Station
  • Officer/Ranger Station
  • Park Lake (Fishing Only)
  • Parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnicikng
  • Playground
  • Playground
  • Possum Ridge 5K
  • Program, Recreational
  • Programs, History
  • Programs, Instructional
  • Programs, Nature
  • Recreation Programs
  • Rent Boats
  • Rent Fishing Equipment
  • Restroom
  • Restrooms
  • Retail, Bait & Tackle
  • Retail, Drinks
  • Retail, Firewood
  • Retail, Ice
  • Retail, Seasonal Concessions
  • Retail, Store/Gift Shop
  • River/Stream
  • Showers
  • Sightseeing
  • Skiing - Water
  • Telephone
  • Trail, Hiking/Walking, Easy
  • Trails, Difficult Hiking
  • Trails, Moderate Hiking
  • Trails, Mountain Bike
  • Viewing Platform/Overlk
  • Volleyball
  • Walking
  • Water Access, Park Lane
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Churches
Within 10 Miles
  • ATM / Cash Machine
  • Antiquing
  • Dining
  • Dock, Boat
  • Dump Station Marina
  • Emergency Services
  • Fishing River
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Golf
  • Golfing
  • Grocery store
  • Kennel
  • Maintenance, Boat
  • Marina
  • Moorage
  • Motel
  • Newspapers
  • Pay Telephone
  • Propane
  • Rental, Boat, Motorized
  • Restaurant
  • Retail, Bait &Tackle
  • Retail, Snacks
  • Retail, Supplies
  • River
  • Seasonal Festivals
  • Shopping
  • Town
  • Water Access, River/Stream
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Theme Park
Alerts and Important Information

We continue to have delays in construction at our campground. Due to this, it is necessary to remain closed through 8/21/25.

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.

Guests are prohibited from damaging trees or any part of a tree for firewood. The damaging of park property is strictly prohibited and unlawful under KRS.

All tents must remain on site & are not permitted in grassy areas.

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 park is located in EasternTime.

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.
  • The Equestrian sites are 46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54, and 55.

Please note the following:

  • Longer minimum night stays are required at most campgrounds during holiday periods.
  • Parks prohibits the importation 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

Taylorsville is located approximately 8 miles from the park for food or other needs.

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:

TAYLORSVILLE LAKE STATE PARK
PO Box 205
Taylorsville  KY  40071
Phone Number:
Information:  (502)477-8713