Kentucky Department of Parks

Blue Licks Battlefield
State Resort ParkThroughout history, the salt springs at Blue Licks State Park have attracted prehistoric animals, Indians and pioneers such as the legendary Daniel Boone.

Group Field Trips

Blue Licks Battlefield offers nature hikes, history programs about pioneer life in Kentucky, and tours of Kentucky’s only Revolutionary War battlefield for grades K-12. We also offer geology programs and canoeing for grades 6-12. Tours of a reconstructed pioneer fort are available. We provide tent camping in our overflow area for children's groups (schools, scouts, etc.) at a cost of $2 per person. The park is open year-round and classes can visit any weekday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. schedule permitting. Activity fees range from $3 per student and up, call Naturalist Paul Tierney at 859-289-5507 or email ptierney@qx.net for activity information. For booking information contact Sue Lynch at 800-443-7008 or email sue.lynch@ky.gov.

 

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Contact Information

Blue Licks State Resort Park
Highway 68 Mt Olivet, KY 41064-0066
Telephone: 859-289-5507
Toll - free: 800-443-7008
BlueLicks@ky.gov
Park Manager – Stefanie Gaither