Hike in the footsteps of pioneers on two historic trails, the Wilderness Road and Boone�s Trace. These thoroughfares carried more than 200,000 settlers from the eastern colonies into the western frontier between 1774 and 1796. But danger lurked along the way; McNitt�s Defeat, Kentucky�s worst Indian massacre, occurred here in 1786.
The park encompasses over 800 acres and includes the Defeated Camp Pioneer Burial Ground, McHargue''s Mill and the Mountain Life Museum, which brings visitors into a pioneer settlement.
While discovering Kentucky�s pioneer heritage at Levi Jackson State Park, visitors can relax in a 146-site campground, nestled in open woodland. Utility hookups, a grocery store, a dump station, and three central service buildings containing an activities room, showers, rest rooms, and laundry facilities assure camping convenience.
Swimming Pool
Cool off on a hot summer day in the community swimming pool. A new pool containing water slides is open.
Miniature Golf
Test your putting skills on the 18-hole, miniature golf course near the campground entrance.Open April 1-October 31. A fee is charged per round.
Hiking Trails
Between 1774 and 1796, more than 200,000 pioneers traveled over the Wilderness Road and Boone�s Trace during the settlement of Kentucky. Today, visitors to the park can retrace the footsteps of the early pioneers on eight-and-one-half miles of hiking trails that include original portions of these historic throughways.
Recreational Activities
Fun and activity are always in full bloom at Levi Jackson. Horseshoe pits, volleyball, and basketball courts are available, and sports equipment may be checked-out to campers.
Planned Recreation
In the camping area, daily summer activities are available for children and adults under the guidance of a trained recreation staff.
Picnicking & Playgrounds
Picnic tables, grills, and playgrounds are located throughout the park for a perfect picnic outing. Three picnic shelters are available for rental up to one year in advance.
