Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is a state park located near Dawson Springs, Kentucky. PHONE: 270-797-3421.
(3309)

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is a picturesque retreat surrounded by more than 14,000 acres of the beautiful Pennyrile State Forest in western Kentucky. Named for the tiny Pennyroyal plant found in the area, the park is the perfect back-to-nature hideaway. Let the sights and sounds of the Pennyrile Forest refresh your senses while exploring your favorite outdoor activities.

Join us for our National Trails Day hike tomorrow at 10 AM! Meet at the lodge to walk the Clifty Creek and Indian Bluffs...
06/05/2026

Join us for our National Trails Day hike tomorrow at 10 AM! Meet at the lodge to walk the Clifty Creek and Indian Bluffs trails (about 0.75 miles). Pets on leashes are welcome.

💍 Your future wedding venue just popped up on your feed for a reason...If you're newly engaged (or know someone who is),...
06/02/2026

💍 Your future wedding venue just popped up on your feed for a reason...

If you're newly engaged (or know someone who is), congratulations! ❤️
One of the first big decisions you'll make is choosing where all those memories are going to happen.

At Pennyrile, you can spend the weekend celebrating with the people you love most instead of rushing from place to place.

✨ A lakeside ceremony
✨ Beautiful photo opportunities
✨ Lodging for your guests
✨ Catering and event spaces all in one location
✨ Recreation and activities to enjoy throughout the weekend

Whether you're planning a small, intimate wedding or a larger celebration, we'd love the opportunity to be part of your special day.

We're currently booking weddings and events for 2027 and still have select dates available in 2026.

💍 We'd love to know... what season would your dream wedding be?

🌸 Spring
☀️ Summer
🍂 Fall
❄️ Winter

Tag a bride-to-be below or share this post with someone who's starting to plan their big day! ❤️

📩 Email [email protected] for availability, pricing, or to schedule a tour.

Join us this fine Sunday for our Sunday Buffet...
05/31/2026

Join us this fine Sunday for our Sunday Buffet...

Join us this week for a sunny trip to the park and our special for the week...
05/28/2026

Join us this week for a sunny trip to the park and our special for the week...

🎣 Kentucky’s FREE Fishing Weekend is June 6 & 7, which means no fishing license is needed for ANY age. 👀At Pennyrile, yo...
05/27/2026

🎣 Kentucky’s FREE Fishing Weekend is June 6 & 7, which means no fishing license is needed for ANY age. 👀

At Pennyrile, you can make a whole weekend out of it. ☀️

🛶 Rent a boat and fish out on the lake
🏡 Book a lakeside cottage with your own private boat dock
🪨 Fish from our popular "Fisherman’s Rock"
🌊 Cast a line from the dam or lake access trails throughout the park
🌿 Slow down and enjoy a weekend outside

There’s just something special about teaching a kid to fish for the first time...
Whether you’re bringing the kids, planning a quiet fishing trip, or just looking for an excuse to get away for the weekend… this is the perfect time to visit the lake. 🎣

🥾 National Trails Day is all about getting outside, exploring nature, and appreciating the trails that connect us to pla...
05/25/2026

🥾 National Trails Day is all about getting outside, exploring nature, and appreciating the trails that connect us to places we might otherwise never see. 🌲☀️

On June 6, join us at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park for a guided hike at 10 AM and spend the morning unplugging from the busy world for a while.

🌿 Walk through peaceful forest trails
💧 Experience lake views and hidden spots throughout the park
📸 Slow down, explore, and enjoy nature with others who love the outdoors

Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just looking for a reason to get outside, National Trails Day is the perfect excuse to hit the trail!

Our maintenance team is repairing the flood damage at the beach, so we can be open for swimming again! The beach and boa...
05/25/2026

Our maintenance team is repairing the flood damage at the beach, so we can be open for swimming again! The beach and boat dock will be open during their regular hours today!

The beach and boat dock will be closed today due to flooding. We will still be doing reverse tie dye shirts at 1 pm and ...
05/24/2026

The beach and boat dock will be closed today due to flooding. We will still be doing reverse tie dye shirts at 1 pm and create a drink coaster at 2 pm at the shelter. Family smartphone scavenger hunt is cancelled due to some areas of the hunt being flooded.

Join us tonight after your time at the beach for a buffet and tomorrow for the Sunday buffet...
05/23/2026

Join us tonight after your time at the beach for a buffet and tomorrow for the Sunday buffet...

Join us for our Memorial Day Weekend Beach Blast activities all weekend long at Pennyrile! ☀️🌊
05/22/2026

Join us for our Memorial Day Weekend Beach Blast activities all weekend long at Pennyrile! ☀️🌊

Address

20781 Pennyrile Lodge Road
Dawson Springs, KY
42408

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

Telephone

(270) 797-3421

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Hotel

Send a message to Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park:

Shortcuts

Share

Category