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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

Dragon Flower

November 11, 2025

We stayed in a cabin, which was cozy and had a superb view. But the path to get to it from the road was brutal- sooo many steps, so steep. It was really rough. The park is beautiful and they were very accommodating.

Kate Gunster

October 26, 2025

I was tent camping in the primitive sites so the rooms and service doesn't quite line up with my stay obviously. The park is gorgeous they have many amenities and the camp ground ranger Ericka was super kind and helpful answered all my questions and helped me when I purchased firewood. They take great care of this park and the camp grounds! Definitely worth a visit.

beni j

October 15, 2025

I stayed in the lodge and was blown away from the moment I stepped into the room. Everyone was nice, the park is gorgeous and we (my dog and I) had a great time exploring the surrounding area. One of the best state parks I’ve ever been to and unquestionably the most beautiful at which I’ve ever stayed. I cannot wait to stay at a cabin next time!

B R

August 16, 2025

The park is well kept and clean and the camp sites have plenty of trees to help stay cool. One thing about the camp sites though. Sites 1-10 (we stayed in 5) are in a decent slope so make sure to bring your leveling pads if you have a camper. The bathrooms could use a little work also.

SrAomberts

August 04, 2025

Camping here was amazing! While dated the place is super clean. I love the nostalgic feel. It almost feels like it is stuck in time, right out of the 90s. If you are camping I recommend having extra leveling blocks. Some sites are pretty hard to get level. The beach is gorgeous. I recommend trying to get to the beach during the week. The weekend is packed. It is a free beach so there are some pretty interesting people there when it is crowded.

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