State Parks Near Glasgow, Kentucky
8 state park units lie within 50 miles of Glasgow, including 2 parks across the line in Tennessee. The closest is Barren River Lake State Resort Park, about 13 mi southwest of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park13 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 8 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 73 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Glasgow, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Glasgow; driving distance is usually longer.
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Visitors come for golf, boating, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: 101 campsites, including tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Barren River Lake State Resort Park →Nolin Lake State Park
Popular activities here are boating, swimming, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Nolin Lake State Park →Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site
Popular activities here are historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site →Green River Lake State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, golf, boating, swimming, and biking. Its trail network totals roughly 28 miles, according to the park. Overnight options include 167 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Green River Lake State Park →Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, boating, swimming, and biking. Its trail network totals roughly 12 miles, according to the park. Overnight options include 145 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park →Standing Stone State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Standing Stone State Park →Lake Cumberland State Resort Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are 75 campsites (tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Cumberland State Resort Park →Bledsoe Creek State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include 3 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Bledsoe Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · 101 campsites
- Nolin Lake State Park 26 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Green River Lake State Park 38 mi northeast · 167 campsites
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 43 mi southeast · 145 campsites
- Standing Stone State Park 47 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Standing Stone State Park 47 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Cumberland State Resort Park 49 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nolin Lake State Park 26 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 43 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Standing Stone State Park 47 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Nolin Lake State Park 26 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Green River Lake State Park 38 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 43 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Standing Stone State Park 47 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Nolin Lake State Park 26 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site 26 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Green River Lake State Park 38 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 43 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Glasgow
- Barren River Lake State Resort Park 13 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Nolin Lake State Park 26 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Green River Lake State Park 38 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park 43 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Standing Stone State Park 47 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Glasgow
What is the closest state park to Glasgow?
Barren River Lake State Resort Park is the closest, about 13 miles southwest of Glasgow in a straight line. Next are Nolin Lake State Park and Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site.
How many state parks are near Glasgow?
8 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 Glasgow have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Nolin Lake State Park and Green River Lake State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Glasgow?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Nolin Lake State Park and Dale Hollow Lake 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 Glasgow?
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 Bowling Green, KY28 mi west
- Near Campbellsville, KY39 mi northeast
- Near Franklin, KY40 mi southwest
- Near Hartsville/Trousdale County, TN44 mi south
- Near Elizabethtown, KY48 mi north
- Near Gallatin, TN52 mi southwest
- Near Lebanon, TN60 mi southwest
- Near Cookeville, TN64 mi south
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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.