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Kentucky destinations, parks and attractions

Are you going on a road trip to Kentucky, looking for tips about the destinations so you and your party can enjoy it, be comfortable and not spend a fortune?

Here are some of the top destinations in Kentucky and tips about visiting them

National parks and monuments in Kentucky

Kentucky State parks and historic sites

Kentucky Seasons, bugs, topography and climate

Kentucky has relatively hot, humid, rainy summers, and moderately cold and rainy winters. Mean maximum temperatures in July vary from 83 to 90 °F (28 to 32 °C); the mean minimum July temperatures are 61 to 69 °F (16 to 21 °C).

Kentucky Camping tips

There are 30 campgrounds in the Kentucky State Park system, spread out across the state so you’re not too far from being able to enjoy the outdoors. Four parks - Dale Hollow Lake, Pennyrile Forest, Taylorsville Lake and Carter Caves - also offer equestrian-friendly sites.

Each public campsite facility offers amenities such as restrooms, trail access, RV electric and water hookups, a fire ring, table and more - all in a beautiful setting with affordable rates.

Kentucky State Parks have year-round campgrounds. CLICK HERE for a compiled list. Due to weather, Kentucky State Parks cannot guarantee the availability of water or other resources at our campgrounds during inclement weather months when freezing temperatures are possible. Please contact the park directly for available resources if traveling during months that are conducive to freezing temperatures. Water restrictions may apply.

There are both state parks and private campgrounds in Kentucky.