Lodge, 13 Cottages, 20 miles of trails on park, access to 30+ miles in Pennyrile State Forest,8 site equestrian campground, 68 site campground, canoe/rowboat rentals, fishing for variety of species in Pennyrile Lake
Named for the Pennyroyal plant found in the woodlands surrounding the resort, Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is a perfect back-to-nature get away. Located near Dawson Springs, visitors have plenty of activities to choose from.
Plenty of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riders, fishing in Pennyrile lake, and plenty of campsites. A lodge and 13 cottages are also available for overnight guests. Trail users may access the forty plus miles of trails in the Pennyrile State Forest via the new equestrian campground. This campground has eight pull through sites with all the ammenities one could ever need.
Equine Camping
Pennyrile Forest offers 8 pull-through campsites specifically designed for horse owners. These sites feature electric, water and sewer hook-ups. Each site has its own corresponding hitching posts for up to four horses, picnic table, lantern hanger & fire ring/grill combo. Horse campers have access to all campground amenities, which include bathhouses, laundry area and playgrounds. A new 1.25 mile horse trail near the campground connects horseback riders to the 40+ miles of horse trails on the adjacent Pennyrile State Forest.