Situated amidst the picturesque backdrop of the Kentucky River Palisades, Jessamine and its neighboring counties offer an accessible setting for a variety of outdoor adventures.  From scenic trails to rolling waterways, the natural beauty of central Kentucky’s finest terrain can be explored by foot, bike, or boat.  Whether an avid enthusiast or a casual patron of the great outdoors, whether in search of an easy stroll or a more demanding challenge, there is something for everyone.

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Trail Locations

Below is an overview map of trails in the area. For information on a specific trail, select it on the map and click the Details link, or select it from the menus above.

Trail Photos

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Screech owl

Valley View Ferry

Columbine

High Bridge

Stone arch, Raven Run

Bluegrass Cycling Club Outing

Spillway on the Dix

Mountain Biking Veterans Park

Ramsey Farm along the Harrodsburg Rd Multipurpose Path

River otter

Herons at Rookery

Asbury Cave

Overlook of Hickman Creek Valley (that’s the Hickman Creek Nature Center’s Conference Center on the right)

Peregrine Falcon

Virginia Bluebell

Shaker Village West Lot Stone Fences

Riney B Park Train

High Bridge Ramp

Spring Beauty

Riney B Trail

Celandine Poppy