Reviews

Troy Johnson

Camped there Labor Day Weekend 2025. We had a blast, the park is always clean and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Love having this place so close to home.

Candy Jones

This park is an absolute treasure!! I didn't even get to explore all it had to offer!!!

Christina

We spent a beautiful day walking around Lake Malone. I rated it three stars because the public swimming area and mini beach were disappointing. There was a strong smell of marijuana, and people were actually smoking it there despite the presence of many children. I found that completely disrespectful, and it made me feel uneasy, so we decided to leave. If I was leaving a review for the public beach/swim area I would have gave it one star for easy access.

Della Brakefield

Lake Malone State Park is a wonderful scenic adventure full of whimsy and delight around every corner. Frankie loved meeting all of his new friends. Too bad they didn't have any people sized marshmallows. There is a note: if you do decide to do the walking trail between the statues I would suggest you go with a buddy for safety. There's some parts of it that they have chalked out and it's a little bit treacherous. However there's a lovely playground and giant fields to play in and the Forest trail is gorgeous even though the longer stint of it is a little bit rough.

Brandy Jones

I often get on Google Maps and find places to take my 6 yr old. We love to be outside exploring! Hiking, waterfalls, lakes and park are what we love! We really enjoyed lake Malone the hiking trails were very nice, the walk down to the water wasn't to far (from the parking lot if a far walk isn't for you) my sons favorite was finding the Twigs around the park!

Lisa Smith

My 1st time going to Lake Malone State Park. This was a great day trip and getting to see The Twigs family was a real treat! Beautiful scenery, peaceful, clean park. Enjoyed the day there, very nice!

Scott Giles

Love this campground! It’s firmly in my top 3. Very quiet setting, clean, easy to get into, great cell service with Verizon, level site, hiking wasn’t too difficult, very close to the lake, beautiful lake to kayak. Highly recommend a stay here

Doc Scharf

Nice spot to share a picnic with family and friends. Two very nice 2 mile trails to get an easy hike in. You also will be able to meet the Big Twig family.

Megan Posey

Cute and well kept campground. Not a lot of reinforcement by park rangers after hours. Lots of spots in a small space, but it’s not too crowded. Couple of trails to walk. No Wi-Fi, and some carriers don’t have signal out there. They have a cute trio of oak statues.

Shawnna Mcmichael

You must see the Big Twigs, which is absolutely free. There are some signs up for Bobber and Oakley but not a sign easily seen for Happy. Happy is located in wooded area behind playground area at campground. Easily access to all three. However, Happy is a little walk though. The trail to Happy may not be suitable for a stroller because it was a little muddy when we went and is little rough for stroller access. But definitely recommend going to park to see Big Twigs.

Michael Mason

Great people running this place with the exception of the manager rude hateful and obviously not the person to deal with the public. Everyone else involved with running the park were awesome! Park itself I would recommend to anyone great trails amenities were as good as anywhere we have been. Would have rated 5 stars if not for the "manager"

Allison Hindman

My husband and I have been hiking the trails here for the past few years. Over the last year they have re-placed and re-done some of the trails while also added some interesting artwork. They are before and during the trails. There is a map of all of the sculpts close to the trail head. A great place to spend an afternoon outside enjoying the beauty of Southern Kentucky.