Hidden gems: Parks in Louisville

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Louisville. This list contains 65 places from Park category.

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Big Four Lawn image
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Big Four Lawn
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👍👍 The light show on the bridge is very cool and worth the time! You could set up a blanket and watch in the grass or sit on the cement steps. You could also stand on the walkable track above the grassy area! Great photo opportunity! The lights went on right at sunset.
4.70 (96 reviews)
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Turkey Run Park Entrance
Park
👍👍 A We love Turkey Run Park! It's so quiet and not crowded.
4.70 (89 reviews)
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Whalen Park
Park
👍 Newer playground for the kids, with basketball and tennis courts in good repair. Restrooms are available, but not sure if they are unlocked yet. We were there for the walking trail along the river. It's paved and fairly flat, but could stand to be at least 50% wider. We were there early enough in th...
4.70 (86 reviews)
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Scotts Gap Section - Jefferson Memorial Forest
Park
👍👍 This hike was very difficult with all the climbing up, but it was worth the walk!
4.70 (74 reviews)
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Annette Brand Park
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4.70 (64 reviews)
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Silo Center Bike Park
Park
4.70 (50 reviews)
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Derby City BMX
BMX track
😠 Despite checking their website AND Google, this is the second time we have tried to visit this park and it’s closed. We drove 40 minutes each way, both times. Talk about an absolute disappointment for the whole family! Update your website and Google to reflect what hours you’re open, please!
4.70 (43 reviews)
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Heritage Park
Park
4.70 (43 reviews)
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Tom Wallace Recreation Area
Park
👍 Very nice trails. I wish there were more panoramic viewing points. It also rained on me, so I had to cut my hike short and didn't get to explore enough of the park.
4.70 (35 reviews)
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The Strand Long Bridge
Park
👍👍 One of the best parks in Kentucky.
4.70 (34 reviews)
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Paul Yost Recreation Area
Park
👍👍 A good Friend of mine show me a couple of hiking spots. Since April i have walked many of the trails. Red, orange, blue, coral ridge trail. Not to mention the one Round the visitor center. Visitor center has Borchers that describe the trails.
4.70 (25 reviews)
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Pee Wee Park
Park
4.70 (18 reviews)
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Twelve Mile Island
Park
👍👍 This is Twelve Mile Island (not Embry Island, that also shows on Google maps). Nice beach area on the northern shore, Kentucky side, with stairs leading up to a clearing that’s great for socializing with other boaters. The channel between the island and Kentucky shore is considered a “no wake zone”...
4.70 (7 reviews)
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Brown-Forman Amphitheater
Park
👍👍 GRATEVILLE DEAD was great!!! Welcome back
4.60 (107 reviews)
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E.P. Tom Sawyer Park Community Garden
Park
👍👍 My dog makes friends and has fun and so do I. Kids 10 and up are able to come and that's cool too.
4.60 (104 reviews)
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Seneca Park
Park
👍👍 Love this park because it is a huge open space and it has a 1.2 mile track and lamps for night time. If you want trails and tons of trees, then this may not be for you. This park is more for people that want to walk/run, play field sports like soccer, etc. and just play catch with your kid.
4.60 (61 reviews)
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River Walk and Bike Trail
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👍👍 Very nice river walk, great views.
4.60 (42 reviews)
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The Pond at Norton Commons
Park
👍👍 Amphitheater concerts! Clean port a cans. Food trucks!!!. The pond is a bit over fished though.
4.60 (42 reviews)
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