Fort Boonesborough State Park

Fort Boonesborough State Park Established June 14, 1963 The main park area remains partially closed due to extensive flood damage. See above for the replica Fort dates and hours.
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FORT & GIFT SHOP INFORMATION
OPEN 2022 Season
April 1st - October 30th
9:00 - 5:00 Wednesday - Sunday
Last ticket sold at 4:00pm.
$8 for adults (13 and over)
$5 for children (6 to 12)
$5 Seniors
Free (children under 6)
November - March
CLOSED
Only service dogs allowed. The boat ramp, hiking trails, the original fort site monuments, playground and a limited picnic area are open daily from 9:00a

m - 9:00pm. POOL INFORMATION:
The pool will be closed for the 2022 season. MINIATURE GOLF:
The miniature golf is open daily from 9:00am - 8:00pm. Adults are $4.50 and children are $3.50. CAMPGROUND INFORMATION (859) 527-3454
[email protected]
Pricing (weekdays/weekends/holidays)
Full hookup sites (water, electricity, sewer)
$41/$43/$45
Improved sites (water, electricity)
$35/$37/$39
Primitive (tent camping)
$18/$20/$22
Primitive area closed until further notice. KY RIVER MUSEUM INFORMATION
OPEN 2022 Season
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Saturdays only 11:00AM to 4:00PM
Free with paid admission to the fort. Last tour starts at 3:00pm.

🎉 Happy Birthday, Kentucky!On June 1, 1792, Kentucky officially became the 15th state in the nation and the first state ...
06/01/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Kentucky!

On June 1, 1792, Kentucky officially became the 15th state in the nation and the first state west of the Appalachian Mountains.

In 1978 NBC aired the mini series, Centennial, which was partially filmed in the replica fort.  On Sunday, June 7th, aut...
05/31/2026

In 1978 NBC aired the mini series, Centennial, which was partially filmed in the replica fort. On Sunday, June 7th, author Perry Hibner will be at fort for a presentation and an author signing of his recently published book, “ Centennial Revisited .”This mini series starred Robert Conrad, Richard Chamberlain, Raymond Burr, Sally Kellerman and others, many of which were involved with the filming in the Fort.

The Kentucky River Museum has opened for the season. It is open Saturdays only from 10:00am until 4:00pm. The guided tou...
05/29/2026

The Kentucky River Museum has opened for the season. It is open Saturdays only from 10:00am until 4:00pm. The guided tours are free with the last one starting at 3:00pm. This museum is dedicated to the history of a family of Lockmasters who lived on site for decades and the history of the Kentucky River. It is located on the first left past the main entrance to the picnic area.

Today’s Throwback Thursday photo is of an album cover from Walt Disney featuring songs of Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett an...
05/28/2026

Today’s Throwback Thursday photo is of an album cover from Walt Disney featuring songs of Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett and other heroes. Purchasers of this undated album could win a trip to Disneyland with airfare.

05/25/2026
The Kentucky River Museum will open for the season this Saturday, May 23rd. It will be open on Saturdays only from then ...
05/22/2026

The Kentucky River Museum will open for the season this Saturday, May 23rd. It will be open on Saturdays only from then until September 5th. Hours are from 10:00am until 4:00pm. The guided tours are free with the last one starting at 3:00pm. This museum is dedicated to the history of a family of Lockmasters who lived on site for decades and the history of the Kentucky River. It is located on the first left past the main entrance to the picnic area.

The Daniel Boone jigsaw puzzle is Today’s Throwback Thursday photo. It was released by the Milton Bradley Company during...
05/21/2026

The Daniel Boone jigsaw puzzle is Today’s Throwback Thursday photo. It was released by the Milton Bradley Company during the running of the popular TV show Daniel Boone starring Fess Parker.

Bill was a great asset to Fort Boonesborough State Park and the living history reenactment community for many years. He ...
05/19/2026

Bill was a great asset to Fort Boonesborough State Park and the living history reenactment community for many years. He will be greatly missed and we thank him for his service and dedication to the facts of history.

View William E. Farmer's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Address

Richmond, KY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(859) 527-3131

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