Cove Springs Park
Cove Springs Park
4.5
Full view
Top ways to experience nearby attractions
The area
Address
Reach out directly
Best nearby
Restaurants
72 within 3 miles
Attractions
51 within 6 miles
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
4.5
80 reviews
Excellent
55
Very good
24
Average
0
Poor
1
Terrible
0
907blaked
Tampa, FL1,456 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Our family stopped here to stretch our legs on our way from Louisville to the red river gorge. The park is beautiful and tranquil. As soon as you pull into the main parking lot, you can see a little waterfall off to the side. About 100 feet away is another little water feature. And then if you want to feel a little more adventurous, you can hike up some steps and walk on one of the several trails at the park. We spent about 30 minutes here, but could have spent longer exploring the meadow and the various trails. A very cute Park!
Written June 27, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Amber S
Roswell, GA494 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
I didn’t do research ahead of time and thought we’d have to hike a little to see the waterfall, but it’s right next to the parking lot. It was a cute little park and peaceful. Nice spot to stop and stretch your legs, but not much to it. I can see having a picnic here.
Written April 2, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Amy N
Marianna, FL17 contributions
Oct 2021
Beautiful park right in the city of Frankfort! I took my Mother as a treat when she was released from a rehab facility for physical therapy. She hated to go in a wheelchair but absolutely love the experience. So yes the park is accessible!!
Written October 19, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
poukala
Macomb, MI1,519 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
This is a great family friendly park that offers two waterfalls, hiking trails and picnic area. We parked and the falls were with 100 feet or so from the parking lot. We decided to hike the trails, which we thought were wll marked at first until we seemed to have gotten off the trails. Luckily, it's not too large, we worked our way back with the assistance of the Alltrails map.
Written May 20, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
mysticshore
Soddy Daisy, TN161 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Not much of a water fall. There is paved trail that takes you in the hot sun past a meadow. Then you are a muddy trail that seems to lead no where. It is just a dead end. There are no benches to stop and rest and no shade along the paved trail. The waterfalls are very small.
Written May 20, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
908dani
Kentucky42 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
Walk around and read the information. Good place to watch wildlife and have a picnic. Easy to get to and close to downtown Frankfort.
Written February 19, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
JS
Wichita, KS91 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
We almost didn't visit this park since the official hours are sunset to sunrise, but we arrived at 7:30, and the park still wasn't open. However, we first did some hiking across the street (about a mile loop), which is still part of of the park, but outside the main area, and then visited the main entrance again, and it was open. So the hours may be a little unpredictable. Once we arrived, though, we hiked the Holly and Osage Loop and thought this was a great hiking experience. There was enough elevation to make the hike a workout, but nothing to make it exhausting. There was lots of wildlife (deer, raccoons, turkeys, insects) throughout, and lots of different terrain as well. Better yet, this part is literally just outside Frankfort, so if you are staying in Frankfort, you can probably get here in 10 minutes or less.
Written July 8, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
WRG-007
Las Cruces, New Mexico7 contributions
Oct 2015 • Solo
The small state park offers a nice getaway with a couple of walking trails. The park is reclaimed from a former reservoir. Almost hidden is a beautiful children's memorial. There is no camping at the park but it was clean. Although I can't be sure, I think it is visited primarily by local families and photographers. The waterfall offers a good photo opportunity.
Written November 7, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Gail M
Saint Louis, MO20 contributions
Jun 2015 • Friends
Beautiful and well manicured park. On the north end of town, worth taking the time to find. It had rained, so the waterfall and streams were cascading swiftly. Wildflowers along the creek. Walkways were either paved or covered with mulch. Even though it had rained, you could walk around and not get your shoes muddy.
Written June 22, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
cb714me
Lexington, KY289 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
My wife and I went here for the first time recently. The park has a good size waterfall, probably 20 feet high that is right by the parking area and accessible by wheelchair or strollers and next to a picnic shelter. There was a small wedding party there at the time. There are several different hikes of varying lengths, but all under a mile. You can combine several together for a decent hike. A good portion of the park is an open meadow area with hikes through the woods surrounding the meadow. It is worth an hour or two if you are in the area.
Written May 16, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
DlovestoGo
Frankfort, Kentucky
Is it a safe place for a mother and young daughter to hike? What crimes have occurred there?
Written April 25, 2020
Several have already answered but no I don't believe you can.
Written October 2, 2019
Yes, as long as they are on a leash.
Written September 28, 2017
Was this area once a lake or resovoir?
I noticed the dam and silo like thing.
Written December 29, 2016
Yes - part of the dam is still there. Cove Spring was a drinking water source for Frankfort in the 1800s.
Written December 4, 2017
Showing results 1-6 of 6
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing