Blue Licks Battlefield State Park - Kentucky State Park

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Blue Licks Battlefield State Park

State Park Information

State Park Overview
Throughout history, the salt springs at Blue Licks State Park have attracted prehistoric animals, Indians and pioneers such as the legendary Daniel Boone. Many 19th-century southerners came to the area seeking the rejuvenation of the therapeutic, bubbling waters.

Blue Licks is more widely known, however -s the site of the last Revolutionary War battle in Kentucky. In 1782, Kentuckians engaged Indians and British soldiers - the Licking River. Outnumbered, Kentucky suffered great losses, including one of Boones sons. Boones words, "Enough of honour cannot be paid," are inscribed on the monument dedicated to the fallen soldiers in the Battle of Blue Licks.

Visit the Pioneer Museum to learn more about the fascinating history of Blue Licks State Park.

Camping
Enjoy the great outdoors year-round at the campground, featuring 51 campsites with utility hookups - dump station and a central service building with showers and rest rooms. Open year-round. Campground Central Service Building closed and no water available from mid-ovember through March.

Camping Rates $20 per night for 2 adults. Each additional person over 16 years of age $3 per night. No advance reservations. Check-out by 100 PM, Eastern time. Pets are allowed if restrained.

Picnicking

Lodge
Blue Licks returned to its glory days as a polished resort in 1999 with a new lodge, dining room and conference room. The lodge has 32 rooms, including two suites, one of which can be used as a hospitality center for meetings and family reunions.

Open year-round. Rooms are available by late afternoon. Check-out by noon.

More Info

Blue Licks Battlefield State Park Overview.150 acres in Robertson county. Site of 1782 battle around salt springs of Blue Licks. Includes nature preserve, camping and cottages.