State Parks Near Frankfort, Kentucky
14 state park units lie within 50 miles of Frankfort, including 2 parks across the line in Indiana. The closest is Waveland State Historic Site, about 24 mi southeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Waveland State Historic Site24 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 14 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 72 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Frankfort, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Frankfort; driving distance is usually longer.
Waveland State Historic Site
Waveland State Historic Site is a 13-acre historic site in Fayette County, about 6 miles north of Nicholasville.
Hours, fees and rules for Waveland State Historic Site →Taylorsville Lake State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, boating, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Camping is available: 57 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Taylorsville Lake State Park →Old Fort Harrod State Park
Old Fort Harrod State Park is a 23-acre park in Mercer County, in Harrodsburg.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Fort Harrod State Park →Lincoln Homestead State Park
Things to do include golf, disc golf, historic sites, fishing, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lincoln Homestead 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 →Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site →E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park
The park supports stargazing, archery, wildlife watching, biking, and geocaching.
Hours, fees and rules for E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park →Fort Boonesborough State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Boonesborough State Park →My Old Kentucky Home State Park
The park supports golf, historic sites, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Overnight options include 39 campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for My Old Kentucky Home State Park →Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site
In Boyle County, in Junction City, Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site covers about 3 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site →Charlestown State Park
Visitors come for fishing, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 192 campsites across 2 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Charlestown State Park →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 →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 →Falls of the Ohio State Park
The park supports boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Falls of the Ohio State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Frankfort
- Taylorsville Lake State Park 24 mi southwest · 57 campsites
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · 100 campsites
- Fort Boonesborough State Park 39 mi southeast · Campground listed
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park 42 mi southwest · 39 campsites
- Charlestown State Park 46 mi northwest · 192 campsites
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Frankfort
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Falls of the Ohio State Park 49 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Frankfort
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- My Old Kentucky Home State Park 42 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Kincaid Lake State Park 48 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 48 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Frankfort
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Boonesborough State Park 39 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kincaid Lake State Park 48 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site 48 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Frankfort
- Taylorsville Lake State Park 24 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site 36 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park 38 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Fort Boonesborough State Park 39 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Frankfort
- Taylorsville Lake State Park 24 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Lincoln Homestead State Park 36 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- General Butler State Resort Park 36 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Fort Boonesborough State Park 39 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Charlestown State Park 46 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Frankfort
What is the closest state park to Frankfort?
Waveland State Historic Site is the closest, about 24 miles southeast of Frankfort in a straight line. Next are Taylorsville Lake State Park and Old Fort Harrod State Park.
How many state parks are near Frankfort?
14 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Frankfort have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Taylorsville Lake State Park, General Butler State Resort Park and Fort Boonesborough State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Frankfort?
Yes, at 4 parks, including General Butler State Resort Park, My Old Kentucky Home State Park and Kincaid Lake State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Frankfort?
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 Shelbyville, KY20 mi west
- Near Lexington-Fayette, KY25 mi southeast
- Near Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance), KY42 mi west
- Near Madison, IN48 mi northwest
- Near Florence, KY56 mi north
- Near Campbellsville, KY65 mi southwest
- Near Elizabethtown, KY65 mi southwest
- Near Cincinnati, OH68 mi north
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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.