Fort Boonesborough State Park offers several different experiences for visitors, including a historic fort, the Kentucky River Museum, boating, camping, fishing, swimming, hiking, and more. Guests can explore the original fort site used by Daniel Boone and the settlers, head out on a boat to get a great view of the Palisades, fish on the Kentucky River, spend the night or two in the campground, or find unique handmade items in the park’s gift shop. Fort Boonesborough was reconstructed as a working fort and features resident artisans performing craft demonstrations, showcasing what pioneer life was like in Kentucky.

Address: 4375 Boonesboro Rd, Richmond, KY 40475, Phone: 859-527-3131

Visit a historic fort at Fort Boonesborough State Park Step back in time at the White Hall State Historic Site Stop by the Battle of Richmond Visitors Center Go wine tasting at Chenault Vineyards Take the kids to Baldwin Farms Admire art at the Richmond Area Arts Center Have dinner at Brady's Sushi and Hibachi Have lunch at Madison Garden Bar and Grill Play a round of golf at the Boones Trace National Golf Course Have fun at the Adventure Falls Mini Golf and Battling Cages

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