State Parks Near Murray, Kentucky
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Murray, including 5 parks across the line in Tennessee and Illinois. The closest is Kenlake State Resort Park, about 14 mi northeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Kenlake State Resort Park14 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 86 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 5pets allowed
State parks near Murray, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Murray; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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 →Mineral Mound State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Mineral Mound State Park →Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
Visitors come for golf, historic sites, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park →Fort Massac State Park
Fort Massac State Park is a 1,389-acre park in Massac County, in Metropolis.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Massac State Park →Big Cypress Tree State Park
The park supports hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Cypress Tree State Park →Columbus-Belmont State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include 38 campsites, with RV sites and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Columbus-Belmont State Park →Johnsonville State Historic Park
Visitors come for historic sites, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Johnsonville State Historic Park →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 →Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, ranger programs, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Murray
- Kenlake State Resort Park 14 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Campground listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 27 mi northeast · 79 campsites
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 41 mi southeast · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Murray
- Kenlake State Resort Park 14 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 27 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 41 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Murray
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 41 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Columbus-Belmont State Park 45 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park 48 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Murray
- Kenlake State Resort Park 14 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 27 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 41 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Murray
- Kenlake State Resort Park 14 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 27 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park 41 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Murray
- Kenlake State Resort Park 14 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Paris Landing State Park 18 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
- Lake Barkley State Resort Park 27 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Mineral Mound State Park 34 mi northeast · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Murray
What is the closest state park to Murray?
Kenlake State Resort Park is the closest, about 14 miles northeast of Murray in a straight line. Next are Paris Landing State Park and Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park.
How many state parks are near Murray?
12 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 Murray have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Kenlake State Resort Park, Paris Landing State Park and Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Murray?
Yes, at 5 parks, including Paris Landing State Park, Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park and Nathan Bedford Forrest 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 Murray?
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 Paris, TN22 mi south
- Near Martin, TN35 mi southwest
- Near Paducah, KY36 mi northwest
- Near Hopkinsville, KY50 mi east
- Near Clarksville, TN54 mi east
- Near Dickson, TN65 mi southeast
- Near Dyersburg, TN71 mi southwest
- Near Jackson, TN72 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.