State Parks Near Hopkinsville, Kentucky
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Hopkinsville, including 3 parks across the line in Tennessee. The closest is Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, about 10 mi east of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Jefferson Davis State Historic Site10 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 65 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Hopkinsville, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Hopkinsville; driving distance is usually longer.
Jefferson Davis State Historic Site
In Christian County, about 10 miles east of Hopkinsville, Jefferson Davis State Historic Site covers about 16 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Jefferson Davis State Historic Site →Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park →Dunbar Cave State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Dunbar Cave State Park →Lake Barkley State Resort Park
Things to do include golf, boating, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: 79 campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Barkley State Resort Park →Port Royal State Historic Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Port Royal State Historic Park →Lake Malone State Park
Things to do include boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 59 campsites across 2 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Malone State Park →Kenlake State Resort Park
The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Kenlake State Resort Park →Mineral Mound State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Mineral Mound State Park →Paris Landing State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Paris Landing State Park →Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 200 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Hopkinsville
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 19 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 25 mi west · 79 campsites
- Lake Malone State Park 29 mi northeast · 59 campsites
- Kenlake State Resort Park 37 mi west · Campground listed
- Paris Landing State Park 44 mi southwest · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Hopkinsville
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 19 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 25 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kenlake State Resort Park 37 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paris Landing State Park 44 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 46 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Hopkinsville
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 19 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Lake Malone State Park 29 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Paris Landing State Park 44 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 46 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Hopkinsville
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 25 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Malone State Park 29 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kenlake State Resort Park 37 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Paris Landing State Park 44 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 46 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Hopkinsville
- Dunbar Cave State Park 22 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 25 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Port Royal State Historic Park 27 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Malone State Park 29 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 37 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Hopkinsville
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 25 mi west · Fishing listed
- Port Royal State Historic Park 27 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Lake Malone State Park 29 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Kenlake State Resort Park 37 mi west · Fishing listed
- Mineral Mound State Park 37 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Hopkinsville
What is the closest state park to Hopkinsville?
Jefferson Davis State Historic Site is the closest, about 10 miles east of Hopkinsville in a straight line. Next are Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and Dunbar Cave State Park.
How many state parks are near Hopkinsville?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Hopkinsville have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, Lake Barkley State Resort Park and Lake Malone State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Hopkinsville?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, Lake Malone State Park and Paris Landing 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 Hopkinsville?
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 Clarksville, TN20 mi south
- Near Murray, KY50 mi west
- Near Franklin, KY51 mi east
- Near Dickson, TN54 mi south
- Near Bowling Green, KY58 mi east
- Near Paris, TN60 mi southwest
- Near Nashville-Davidson, TN60 mi southeast
- Near Gallatin, TN64 mi southeast
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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.