State Parks Near Florence, Kentucky
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Florence, including 9 parks across the line in Ohio and Indiana. The closest is Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, about 9 mi southwest of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site9 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 116 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Florence, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Florence; driving distance is usually longer.
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
Popular activities here are golf, historic sites, swimming, wildlife watching, and hiking. Camping is available: 62 campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Bone Lick State Historic Site →Kincaid Lake State Park
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 84 campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Kincaid Lake State Park →East Fork State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. For overnight stays there are 5 camping areas (tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, equestrian camping, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for East Fork State Park →Versailles State Park
The park supports horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Versailles State Park →Little Miami State Park
Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Little Miami State Park →Stonelick State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with RV sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours, fees and rules for Stonelick State Park →General Butler State Resort Park
The park supports golf, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. For overnight stays there are 100 campsites (tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for General Butler State Resort Park →Hueston Woods State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 6 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Hueston Woods State Park →Clifty Falls State Park
The park supports swimming, picnicking, and hiking. On the water side, there is a swimming pool. Camping is available: 169 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites. Roofed lodging includes lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Clifty Falls State Park →Brookville Lake
The park supports ice fishing, horseback riding, winter sports, archery, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 25 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Brookville Lake →Whitewater Memorial State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, ice fishing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Whitewater Memorial State Park →Cowan Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 5 camping areas (tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Cowan Lake State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Florence
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 9 mi southwest · 62 campsites
- Kincaid Lake State Park 27 mi southeast · 84 campsites
- East Fork State Park 28 mi east · Campground listed
- Versailles State Park 32 mi west · 235 campsites
- Stonelick State Park 35 mi northeast · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Florence
- Stonelick State Park 35 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- General Butler State Resort Park 35 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Hueston Woods State Park 41 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Clifty Falls State Park 45 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Whitewater Memorial State Park 46 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Florence
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 9 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Kincaid Lake State Park 27 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- General Butler State Resort Park 35 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Florence
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 9 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kincaid Lake State Park 27 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- East Fork State Park 28 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Versailles State Park 32 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Stonelick State Park 35 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 6 more in the list above
Hiking near Florence
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 9 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Kincaid Lake State Park 27 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Versailles State Park 32 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- General Butler State Resort Park 35 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Clifty Falls State Park 45 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Florence
- Kincaid Lake State Park 27 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Versailles State Park 32 mi west · Fishing listed
- General Butler State Resort Park 35 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Brookville Lake 45 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Whitewater Memorial State Park 46 mi north · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Florence
What is the closest state park to Florence?
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site is the closest, about 9 miles southwest of Florence in a straight line. Next are Kincaid Lake State Park and East Fork State Park.
How many state parks are near Florence?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Florence have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, Kincaid Lake State Park and East Fork State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Florence?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, Kincaid Lake State Park and General Butler State Resort Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Florence?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Cincinnati, OH13 mi northeast
- Near Madison, IN43 mi west
- Near Greensburg, IN52 mi northwest
- Near Wilmington, OH54 mi northeast
- Near Frankfort, KY56 mi south
- Near Richmond, IN59 mi north
- Near Dayton, OH60 mi northeast
- Near Shelbyville, KY63 mi southwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.