General Butler State Resort Park
State park in Kentucky, United States
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General Butler State Resort Park is a public recreation area adjoining the city of Carrollton in Carroll County, Kentucky, United States. The state park is named for General William O. Butler, a soldier in both the War of 1812 and the Mexican–American War.[2][3] The 791-acre (320 ha) park features a lodge, cabins and campground, fishing and canoeing on Butler Lake, trails for hiking and mountain biking.[4]
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| General Butler State Resort Park | |
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  Location in Kentucky  Location in United States | |
| Type | Kentucky state park |
| Location | Carroll County, Kentucky, United States |
| Coordinates | 38°40′14″N 85°09′15″W |
| Area | 791 acres (320 ha)[1] |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Established | 1931[2] |
| Administered by | Kentucky Department of Parks |
| Website | Official website  |
Butler-Turpin State Historic House
The Butler-Turpin State Historic House, also known as the Butler House, is located in the park and is open for guided tours as a historic house museum. The home was built in 1859 in the Greek Revival style.[5][6] It contains original furniture and original documents and other family objects. The grounds and family cemetery are also open.
Activities and amenities
- Accommodations: The park has a 53-room lodge with swimming pool, cottages, and a 111-site campground.
- Trails: More than five miles of trails are offered for hiking and mountain biking.
- Fishing and paddle-boating are available on 30-acre Butler Lake.
- Ski area: The park formerly hosted a ski area, Ski Butler!, which opened in 1981 and closed during the winter of 1997–98.[7]
