Cove Spring Park

Summer Hours: 8:00 A.M. - Dark (April-October)
Winter Hours (November-March)
All Parks Close at Dark

This park/nature preserve consists of approximately 100 acres of wetlands, streams, springs, waterfalls, forested ravines and other natural and historic features. The park is located at the northern city limits off US 127/Holmes Street. The park is intended for activities such as walking, hiking, nature observation, environmental education, picniking and other passive activities. It features the following facilities:

Three miles of trails with interpretive signs
(A portion of trail is handicapped accessible)

Two interpretive centers with displays on natural
and historic features of the park/preserve

Shelter and picnic facilities

Restrooms

Children’s Memorial

    There is a full-time employee who lives on the premises.

Spring

Waterfall

Overflow Tower

Cabin

2008 Programs at
Cove Spring Park/Nature Preserve
Meet at Main Parking Lot, East side of 127, except where noted

Sunday

May 4

2:00-3:30

Celebrate Natl. Migratory Bird Day

Sunday

June 7

2:00-3:30

Dragonflies & Damselflies

Saturday

June 14

9:15-10:30

Yoga in the Park

Sunday

June 22

2:00-3:30

Exploring a Wetland (Meet at Wetlands Parking Lot, West side 127/Owenton Road)

Sunday

July 20

2:00-3:30

A Creek Walk: Amphibians & Reptiles

Sunday

August 17

2:00-3:30

Our Incredible Insects

Saturday

September 27

8:30-10:00

Night Hike and Star Gazing

Sunday

October 12

2:00-3:30

Tree Scavenger Hunt & Leaf Printing

Sunday

November 2

2:00-3:30

An Indian Soft Walk

Sunday

December 7

2:00-3:30

Mysterious Mammals of Franklin County

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