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Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is a 1,139-acre park located in Dawson Springs, Kentucky. The park is situated in the Pennyrile region of western Kentucky, and is surrounded by the Pennyrile Forest. The park offers a variety of recreational activities, including camping, fishing, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The park also features a lodge, cabins, and a restaurant. The lodge and cabins offer a variety of amenities, including a swimming pool, hot tub, and fitness center. The park also offers a variety of educational programs, such as nature walks, bird watching, and astronomy programs. The park is a great destination for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Swimming Pool
• Lake
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Boat Rental
• Body Of Water (Pennyrile Lake)
• Horseshoes
• Playground
• Golf
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (14)
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers
• Laundry

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Archery Range
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Mountain Biking

- Facility

• Type (State Park)

- Internet

• WiFi at Overnite Sites
• WiFi at Park

- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)

• Year-Round

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (44)
• Paved Sites (36)
• Max Length (45)
• Gravel Sites (8)
• 30 Amp
• 50 Amp
• Water (44)
• Electric (44)
• Max Amps (50)
• Back-ins (35 x 45)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Timothy L

April 30, 2025

We stayed in the cabin at the resort and it's really nice. It's 2 bedrooms with queen beds, the kitchen has a tiny stove/oven with almost all the appliances you'll need when in a cabin, and has decent internet per room. The staff are friendly it's clean, and it's got wonderful views. The only issue I have with the place is the toilet is one of those eco tank ones that doesn't flush in 1 flush. Otherwise a perfect experience.

Dusty Starr

March 08, 2025

Arcades don’t work. The cabin I was given has a window unit and it’s hot in cabin but they knew the A/C is out but didn’t say anything. Stayed here many of times but this one was bad. Hopefully dinner tonight will be better!

Amy Gallo

March 06, 2025

The front desk clerk was absolutely lovely! So full of information. I wish the rest of the place was as nice as she was. Paint peeling off of doors... A must smell throughout. The furniture in the sitting area looked like it came from an old folks home. The whole place screams 1960's . We decided to stay elsewhere.

Wayne Hinkle

October 30, 2024

We stayed at the campground. The employees were friendly and helpful. The campground is relatively small, and despite being next to a road, quiet. However, with the exception of the horse sites, none of the regular sites are level, north/south or east/west. We used all of our leveling blocks and still didn't get quite level. Some sites must be used by locals because there were trailers that were leveled by using multiple concrete blocks. We camped after a weekend and the bathrooms were not cleaned, nor were the trash cans emptied. The dumpster was however. We ate on a Sunday night at the lodge, having catfish sandwiches and fries. All were cooked well. Our waitress was efficient and polite, but I don't think she wanted to be there that night. Overall, the park is a nice place to visit.

Hailee Burger

October 26, 2024

I LOVE this state park, I have been coming here my whole life while visiting our extended family down the road. I love the food at the lodge and the cabins and rooms are just right. We didn't have enough time to walk any trails our last visit, but the trails are very nice too.

don williams

September 12, 2020

Not really much there. Not much to see on trails.

Nicole Ritchie- Hastings

September 12, 2020

Very family friendly

Michael Davis

September 11, 2020

Oops, I hit 1 but it was supposed to be 5! Sorry!😬

Talina Cline

September 10, 2020

Easy going great place to relax!

Brad Jones

September 07, 2020

Great park