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When the skies are blue and the sun is shining, nothing beats a family day out. Richmond, KY has several fun outdoor activities that are only a short drive away. Here are a few of our favorite spots to take the family on a warm, sunny day.
Fort Boonesborough State Park
Fort Boonesborough State Park is the home of a frontier fort, founded in 1775 by Daniel Boone after the crossing of the Kentucky River. The fort itself has been painstakingly recreated, and is now a working fort, giving insight into the lives of the pioneers who lived there 250 years ago. The cabins are fully furnished, and you can watch the potter and the blacksmith at work here.
There are plenty of things to do in the surrounding parkland, with opportunities for fishing, camping, boating, and hiking. We enjoyed the miniature golf course here, and there is a nice swimming pool complete with changing area near the fort. The gift shop has an excellent selection of souvenirs made by the craftsmen working at the fort. Fort Boonesborough is located at 4375 Boonesborough Road.
Paradise Cove Aquatic Center
Paradise Cove Aquatic Center is a fun-packed water park that’s perfect for families. For older children and adults, there is a normal swimming pool with diving boards and swimming lanes where you can go to practice your strokes. The large central pool is the highlight of Paradise Cove, containing a shallow area for smaller children, and several rides and attractions.
The two 40-foot water slides are very popular, and the whirlpool and family slide also attract many swimmers. We liked the kid’s play area, featuring water sprays, a dumping bucket, and a climbing net. There are some nice food stalls and bathrooms here, and everything is very reasonably priced. Paradise Cove can be found at 239 West Main Street.
Lower Howard’s Creek Nature and Heritage Preserve
The Nature and Heritage Preserve was founded in 2000 in order to protect the rare and endangered plants inside. It is situated inside a limestone gorge, and features some plants and wildlife of outstanding natural beauty. It’s a great place to go for a family walk – if you decide to walk the full length of the trail, it’s approximately 1.5 miles each way.
The river and the stone walls of the creek are surrounded by forest, and it’s easy to feel at one with nature here. Some animals that you may encounter in the creek include river otters, deer, and beavers. If you have time, we would recommend you take the guided tour, which explains the history of the settlers and pioneers who lived nearby. The preserve is at 1945 Athens Boonesboro Rd.
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