Fort Boonesborough State Park

Fort Boonesborough State Park

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Fort Boonesborough State Park is the site of Ft. Boonesborough, founded in 1775 by Daniel Boone. A full scale replica of the original fort, …

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Apr 27, 2024
One beautiful well kept state parks. We spent the day here, walking and seeing the sights. The old fort, River, and the large fields where our dogs got to play. The park was empty during the week, ea… Full review by Mainzer
Mar 21, 2024
When you come from a different state to see a place that says it is open, you expect it to be, especially when it is in an area where there is little to do. The area that shows the houses opens in A… Full review by WilliamB474
Nov 1, 2023
This place is full of history. ...and it's living history in that there are people who dress the part and do demonstrations. It's a must-see attraction if in or around Lexington. The gift shop and… Full review by jww002
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Fort Boonesborough State Park is the site of Ft. Boonesborough, founded in 1775 by Daniel Boone. A full scale replica of the original fort, …
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Located:Madison, Kentucky, United States
Elevation:568 ft (173 m)
Established:June 14, 1963
Construction completed:1775
Architect:Richard Henderson
Area:352 acres (142 ha) (NR-listed area) 1.8 acres (0.73 ha) (NHL area)

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Is the fort fully open right now or are parts closed due to covid?
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I went a few weeks ago. It was open. They had a black smith and a few other period actors there to talk about aspects of the fort, characters that lived there, etc. I had to wear a mask …
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I went a few weeks ago. It was open. They had a black smith and a few other period actors there to talk about aspects of the fort, characters that lived there, etc. I had to wear a mask the whole time. I can't speak to if it has changed in the past two weeks though.
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Answer by Dewayne P · Jul 24, 2020
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Can we tour the fort with husband's emotional support dog?
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I can not answer that question. I suggest that you contact them directly.
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Answer by William M · Apr 4, 2019
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How long should you allow for a visit?
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That depends on how much you want to do. The fort itself is a good place for all levels of age and ability and can be done in a half hour or up to a couple of hours. The surrounding trails …
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That depends on how much you want to do. The fort itself is a good place for all levels of age and ability and can be done in a half hour or up to a couple of hours. The surrounding trails are more varied and geared toward the hikers. The RV park has a few places to play in but it's not very educational.
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are you pet friendly we travel with a puppy he rides in a baby stroller or a backpack
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Yea you can bring a pet, I saw people that had their pets with them.
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How far off hwy 75
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It is 6 miles from Exit 95 (I-75).
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How much is the admission charge to a Kentucky State Park?
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We charge no general admission fee.
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