John James Audubon State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- $10 per adult
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- 69 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.ky.gov270-826-2247
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Henderson County, about 3 miles north of Henderson, John James Audubon State Park covers about 1,295 acres.
The park supports golf, historic sites, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. The official site lists about 6.5 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are 69 campsites (tent sites). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor center | Daily | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Summer hours |
Official wording
Our Museum and Nature Center are currently operating under our summer hours: open daily 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. High-speed wireless internet is available within the Museum/Nature Center building for your convenience. Please call ahead to verify hours if you will be visiting the park around a holiday.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Audubon Museum admission is as follows: - Adults (18+) | $10 |
| - Seniors (60+) | $8 |
| - Military Rate | $8 |
| - Children/Students (6-17 & with college ID) | $6 |
| - Children (5 and under) | Free |
| - Families (2 adults, 2 children) | $25 |
| - Friends of Audubon Members | Free |
Official wording
Rates Audubon Museum admission is as follows: - Adults (18+): $10.00 - Seniors (60+): $8.00 - Military Rate: $8.00 - Children/Students (6-17 & with college ID): $6.00 - Children (5 and under): $0.00 - Families (2 adults, 2 children): $25.00 - Friends of Audubon Members: $0.00
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (campsites, kentuckystateparks.reserveamerica.com); lodge rooms and cottages via per-park online booking links (guestrez.megasyshms.com)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
The Eagle Glen Pet Trail is a one-mile trail where dogs on leashes are allowed with their owners. Pets are allowed if restrained Click Here for more information on campground rules and regulations.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodging & Camping | 69 | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
The park has 5 1-bedroom cottages and 1 ADA-accessible 2-bedroom cottage, each one recently remodeled. Every 1-bedroom cottages has a king-sized bed, pull-out sofa, fireplace, living room, full kitchen, and bathroom. The fireplaces are open from October 1st to April 15th. The 2-bedroom cottage has 4 queen-sized beds, 2 bathrooms, living room, and full kitchen. Tableware, cooking utensils, and linens are provided. Cottages are available by late afternoon. Check out by 10 A.M., Central Time. Contact the park for cottage reservations at (270) 826-2247.
The park has a 69-site campground, with a central service building housing showers and restrooms. Picnic tables, grills, and a playground are also available in the camping area. Pets are allowed if restrained Click Here for more information on campground rules and regulations.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Wildlife viewing and birdingFishingGolfHikingHistoric sites and toursPicnickingCamping
Trails
Hiking
Whether you're out for a leisurely stroll or really want to work up a sweat, you're sure to find the 6.5 miles of trails at Audubon State Park to your liking. Trails wind through the nature preserve with variations in difficulty and length, including 1.6 miles of backcountry hiking. The Eagle Glen Pet Trail is a one-mile trail where dogs on leashes are allowed with their owners. The Audubon Wetlands is another area that offers hiking. A boardwalk overlooks the cypress slough. For more information about the Audubon Wetlands, CLICK HERE.
Fishing
Fishing
Cast away your cares at Audubon! The fishermen in your family can cast for largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish from the banks of the 28-acre lake.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Golf course
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
The park has 5 1-bedroom cottages and 1 ADA-accessible 2-bedroom cottage, each one recently remodeled. Every 1-bedroom cottages has a king-sized bed, pull-out sofa, fireplace, living room, full kitchen, and bathroom. The fireplaces are open from October 1st to April 15th. The 2-bedroom cottage has 4 queen-sized beds, 2 bathrooms, living room, and full kitchen. Tableware, cooking utensils, and linens are provided. Cottages are available by late afternoon. Check out by 10 A.M., Central Time. Contact the park for cottage reservations at (270) 826-2247.
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 3100 US Hwy 41
Henderson, KY 42420 - Nearest town
- Henderson — about 3 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.8815, -87.5642
- Phone
- 270-826-2247
- david.miller@ky.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Kentucky State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jul 22, 2026
- Find a Park listing IDs + Sitefinity listings OData API (/api/default/listings) used by the site
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology