Taylorsville Lake State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 57 campsites
- Official site
- parks.ky.gov502-477-8713
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 2,037 acres, Taylorsville Lake State Park lies in Spencer County, about 12 miles south of Shelbyville.
Things to do include horseback riding, boating, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Camping is available: 57 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Pets
Pets are welcome in most outdoor areas but must be leashed; restricted from nature preserves, beaches and some historic sites; service animals always permitted. Pet-friendly rooms/cabins available for an additional fee ($50 + tax).
Statewide rule from Kentucky's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
Free general admission: "We charge no general admission fee." Some historic sites/museums and activities charge (see park listings).
Statewide fee rule from Kentucky's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
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.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campground | 42 | Electric/water available | — |
| Camping | 15 | Electric/water available | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping
The campground at Taylorsville Lake State Park offers 42 improved campsites with electric and water, 15 spacious primitive sites, group camping for larger groups, 10 pull-through equestrian sites, 2 playgrounds, and 2 central service buildings with laundry. Reservations may be made via our website or by calling Reserve America at (888) 4KY-PARK. Guests wishing to book an equestrian campsite must call the park directly at (502) 477-8713. Availability of equestrian sites may be limited if not booked at least 10 days in advance of arrival.
Taylorsville Lake State Park, located west of Lexington and southeast of Louisville, Kentucky, encompasses some of the most beautiful horse riding country. Camping options include 45 spacious RV sites with electric & water hook-ups, 10 equestrian sites with electric & water hook-ups, and 15 primitive tent sites along with options for group camping. A 24-mile trail system caters to hikers, bikers, and equestrians. Two conveniently located playgrounds for children and two bathhouses with laundry facilities in each. A centrally located dump station is available for RV use. Reservations are encouraged but not necessary. Your restrained pet is welcome.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHorseback riding
Trails
Biking
The wonderful 24-mile trail system in this park is managed as multi-use trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Wear your hiking shoes, bring your bike, or bring your horse and enjoy the fresh outdoor air!
Boating and paddling
Boating
Taylorsville Lake Marina has easy access gas pumps, a bait shop, skiing, tubing, boating, and fishing supplies in the marina store with a full-service deli. They also offer pontoon, deck boats, and fishing boat rentals with daily rates. Click here to visit the Taylorsville Lake Marina website. (NO swimming from boat ramps or docks; swimming is ONLY available at the Dam.)
Fishing
Fishing
Cast your line to catch a variety of species such as bass, bluegill, and crappie. There is a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier. Click here to purchase a license online at the KY Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Drinking water
- Playground
Water
- Marina or boat slips
- Swimming beach: not available (stated by the park)
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
Cast your line to catch a variety of species such as bass, bluegill, and crappie. There is a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier. Click here to purchase a license online at the KY Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1320 Park Rd.
Mt. Eden, KY 40046 - Nearest town
- Shelbyville — about 12 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.0300, -85.2523
- Phone
- 502-477-8713
- derrick.purvis@ky.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Kentucky State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 10, 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