Jefferson Memorial Forest

You don’t have to go far away from home or go through the hassle of a road trip to enjoy camping. There are many amazing places to go camping in Louisville, so you can stay close to home and still get all the relaxing fun of being out in ...

Sure, you can stream just about anything you want any time you want. You can go online and see all kinds of cool pictures and graphics and videos. But the truth is, nature is capable of outshining it all. Remind yourself how amazing the natural ...

You expect to see all kinds of natural wonders when you visit the forest. Chirping birds, chattering squirrels, little forest creatures of all kinds, people flying down a zipline. Jefferson Memorial Forest is home to a lot of woodland friends but ...

The fact that Louisville changes with the seasons is one of the great things about Louisville. Days are hot and sunny in summertime, spring is a time of green growth and fresh flowers, winter is full of ice and snow and fall is an explosion of ...

Fall is a beautiful time of year. The leaves are changing colors, the air is getting crisp, there's a special scent in the air. This September, get out and enjoy the fall weather at Jefferson Memorial Forest and then use a fun art project to ...

Have you become a little too dependent on your gadgets? If you find yourself panicking when your phone dies or the GPS suddenly stops working, then you know the answer is yes. This March, learn some old-fashioned skills in Jefferson Memorial Forest ...

In the forest, there are lots of places to get away from other people and still get out of the house. Head to the Jefferson Memorial Forest this February to commune with nature and enjoy the natural wonders of the world. Sometimes, it's good to ...

The forest is a magical place. That’s why there are so many stories that take place in forests, everything from Shakespeare to fairy tales. This November, go explore some of the secrets of the Jefferson Memorial Forest and go hunting for ...

There's always something to discover in nature, something amazing to see, something new to learn. The natural world is full of wonders. This August, try celebrating the natural world in a fun way that will challenge your powers of observation and ...

Tired of being at home? If you're going a little stir crazy, no one can blame you! But there is a way to get out of the house and still stay safe. Head out into nature and go camping at the beautiful Horine Reservation. Hike, see the scenery, grill ...

There's not much to do in town with the virus scare, but that doesn't mean you have to stay at home. Head to Jefferson Memorial Forest this April to go hiking, bird watching, biking or just to sit and enjoy nature. This huge forest is right in the ...

Nature is full of wonders. Today’s kids don’t know a lot about how amazing nature can be, because they’re busy with their phones and their tablets and their gaming consoles. Introduce them to the glory of the outdoors by taking ...

The weather in May is beautiful in Louisville, before it’s too hot and once it has finally stopped being too cold. It’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy nature, and the Jefferson Memorial Forest is the perfect place to go enjoy it....

Is your life full of screens? If you spend more time on Twitter than you spend hearing actual birds out in the trees, the Springtime with the Birds Event at Jefferson Memorial Forest is made for you. Put your screens away for just a little while and ...

Want to boost your confidence? Test yourself against a physical challenge? Do something really cool that you can brag about on social media? Go climb the Alpine Tower during a special night climb, and find out what you're really made of, while ...

Give the one you love all the beauty of nature with a romantic evening hike under the starry sky. Go to Jefferson Memorial Forest for Valentine’s Day and give your better half memories they will always cherish. Isn’t it Romantic? This ...

Eating too much kind of comes with the territory during the holiday season. So this December, burn off some calories with a guided hike through the Jefferson Memorial Forest. This is a strenuous, two-mile hike. It’s going to be invigorating, ...

Archery has been a beloved sport for centuries. Some of the greatest heroes and heroines in story were archers. This August, go to the Horine Reservation Center where you can learn how to become an archer, too. Become an Archer Go to the Horine ...

You can go face the madness at the stores on Friday, November 24, but wouldn’t you rather run off to the woods? Practice the Art of Orienteering in the gorgeous Horine Reservation in the Jefferson Memorial Forest, and you’ll be as far ...