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    Cove Spring Park

    4.5 (16 reviews)

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    John B.

    The park here is quite a combination of different environments. The ostensible main parking lot pulls you right next to an aesthetic waterfall, while several trails run to various sights. The actual spring was probably the least interesting part of the park; you just sort of look at it from a boardwalk overhead and it doesn't look like much. The trails are a good workout, and at while the forest is thick, at the top there is an excellent meadow area (and another parking lot if you'd prefer to start at the top). The restrooms work, but the roads could use some work. Strangely enough, the other section of the park appears to be an abandoned road, which you can walk on and which ends in an overlook of the new road. In the other direction, from this little parking area off the highway lies a kind of hidden boardwalk which goes through some marshy terrain to a creek. A covered picnic area lies at the end of the boardwalk, but speaking from experience, the roof has some holes. Overall a really interesting park that could use a bit better upkeep. It is, however free.

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    Poco P.

    You can hear the waterfall as soon as you exit your vehicle, it is that close. We had time to kill & our server at the Cliffside Diner referred this beautiful area to visit. If we had more time we would have visited more of the area. The waterfall was smaller than pictures, but worth it. Refreshing air, clear stream & bridge crossing over to the falls. We also took a 2022 visitors guide of the area which was helpful to visit more places along the way.

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    Taz D.

    This is one of my favorite parks to go to. I love the hiking and walking ways. I've met friends here before and I have gone with my two dogs. I've been coming here for years, and these past few month, we have gotten so much rain. While it has made it very humid, in the shade, it really wasn't that bad. This past Saturday the local library also had an interactive history in regards to the park. While I didn't know about it until the very end of my hike/walk, I saw people from all age groups really enjoying it. The only bad part, is that after it has rained, the hiking trails are a little slippery. Just wear shoes that have a good grip on the soles, and it really isn't too bad. Nature is all around and showcases beautifully....just have to go looking for it at times. There is also picnic areas for get togethers and a port-a potty. I will continue to keep coming back until I move from the area.

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    Nancy P.

    Went with a couple of friends to the park for a hike. The waterfalls are incredible and plentiful especially after a rain. But many of the trails run along side of the water so we could always hear the water running. It was a git day. Always be prepared with drinking water. We took a shorter version of the holly Hill trail and it ended up being about 1 and a half miles and is pretty strenuous at times. But it is so pretty and the trail is well kept and well marked. It was a Friday afternoon and I thought it would have been deserted but we actually ran into numerous other hikers. So I would say on weekends it would be really crowded. There is a decent amount of parking in gravel lots but I would think they could fill up quickly on a pretty weekend. They did have bathroom facilities that were open there in the parking lot. There is a trail kiosk but no maps to take with you. Lots of waterfalls, I highly recommend.

    I have lived in Kentucky since I was born and never knew until several weeks ago that Frankfort had such beautiful parks! This park is a dream for anyone that enjoys a hike filled with scenery and I am sure we all do. I didn't have a lot of time to spend here but thoroughly enjoyed the little time I had. They do have a picnic area by one of the falls that makes it great for family events.

    Laura M.

    We drove scenic Highway 127 to Frankfort to hike Cove Spring Park. It was worth the drive! Beautiful children's memorial, waterfalls, creeks, hiking and entry to an area containing islands of native flowers, rocks and miscellaneous materials from dumped construction waste that volunteers have made (and continue) into a magical garden! I hope they get donations to finish amazing projects planned.

    Kristie T.

    I really loved this park. The trails were very challenging and marked clearly. I didn't really know where I was going, I just parked and started walking until I saw the first trail mark and went. It led to a few different trails and I think I did a bit of each. Beautiful streams and rocks and the memorial for deceased children was especially beautiful and touching.

    Stella P.

    Fun walking trails and beautiful scenery await you at Cove Spring Park! The perfect place for a run, a walk with the family, or time to ponder your thoughts.

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    Warning: the trail leading up a hill to a meadow, wildflower garden, and frog pond is pretty steep and has lots of loose rocks.

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    First, I will mention that it is winter now so very few parks look their best with all the bare…read moretrees and muddy grass areas. I saw this park on a map and dropped by with no expectations really. It turned out to be mostly a park for baseball fields rather than open areas or walking paths. The sports areas seemed pretty good though and had bleachers and fencing etc suitable for high school type ball games. It had walking access to the Kentucky River and a few paths that were, at the time, very muddy. There was a lot of drainage pipes, construction stuff and other maintenance areas that detracted from the view. Of course the trees had to leaves but I'd expect them to be nice in the right season. The Capitol view was okay. There was a mountain biking path that seemed like it would make a good ride for those interested. Many deer in the area which was very exciting for the dog and fun for me too. My 3 star review is because it just doesn't seem to meet a nice variety of park uses enough and because of all the maintenance areas (fencing, stacked mulch etc that seems permanent) detracting from the park atmosphere. It was easy to access though from the E-W Connector and had plenty of parking. The bathrooms were closed for the season which annoys me but is common in municipal parks (of course no one needs to pee in the winter....).

    My wife and I visited here last weekend so she could participate in the Bluegrass State Games…read more Sure, she won. She was the only racer in her class, but she won. That's all that counts. Upon driving into the park, it was immediately obvious that this park was designed for baseball. A huge, well-kept baseball field dominated the landscape next to the parking lot, with some very nice bleachers for an audience. Must be used for local school baseball or something. You can tell people really care about this park. Not being an avid mountain cyclist myself, I can't say a lot about the mountain bike course. It runs about 5 miles around, and is quite treacherous in a few places. There are two pits along the course known by cyclists as "Sinkholes" that are very challenging to bike through. A good portion of the early part of the course is a gruelingly slow ascent. Emily almost gave up in the middle of her third lap... Her calves were cramping bad. This says a lot, considering that she bikes 12 miles everyday through town.

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