Henderson County Parks and Programs

Henderson County Parks and Programs Strive for progress not perfection. We are excited about what is happening in Henderson County. We currently have 4 parks in Henderson County. D.

Many communities are trying to get children back to the great outdoors and Henderson County is joining the mission. Baskett Park in Baskett, Ky.; Charles Alexander Park in Smithmills, Ky.;
Donald "Hugh" McCormick Henderson County Fairgrounds and Freedom Park in Henderson, Ky; and Sandy Lee Watkins Park in Hebbardsville, Ky. Baskett Park is now complete it is situated on approximately 4.5 acres an

d provides a large basketball court, half- basketball court, playground equipment, a .3 mile walking trail and shelters for families to enjoy. The community has also joined together to provide improvements to the softball field for the Baskett Recreation League. Charles Alexander Park is a beautiful park located in downtown Smithmills on 1.13 acres and provides playground equipment, a basketball court, shelters, and a .2 mile walking trail. This community is known to come together and enjoy popcorn and a movie in the park. A family friendly community full of fun. Hugh McCormick Henderson Co. Fairgrounds and Freedom Park total nearly 20 acres and are located off of Airline Road, in Henderson. It is home to the giant dinosaur park. It has a beautiful .6 mile walking trail that surrounds the entire area. Many families enjoy this central location for reunions, birthday parties or just a day in sun. This Park is also home to The Farmer’s Market. Sandy Lee Watkins Park in Hebbardsville is a beautiful and growing nature park on over 500 acres of reclaimed coal mine. Though it is currently under construction the public is welcome to take a walk on the 1.25 mile walking trail or spend a day fishing and picnicking! The park currently has 4 lakes, Lake Penn, Lake Virginia, Lake Davis and a handicap accessible lake is being constructed and the first phase is complete. Many exciting things are happening in this park!

FREE FISHING - No license required this weekend and this weekend only!!!
06/04/2026

FREE FISHING - No license required this weekend and this weekend only!!!

Kentucky’s Free Fishing Weekend is happening THIS weekend, June 6-7, 2026!

For one weekend only, anyone is allowed to fish without a license or permit. Whether you're visiting from outside the state or you live in Kentucky, the free fishing weekend is open to all.

It's a great time to grab a fishing pole and enjoy spending time with family and friends at the state's beautiful lakes, streams, and rivers!

Reminders:
• This is open to ​both Residents and Nonresidents.
• No License is needed for this weekend ONLY.
• All other Fishing Regulations (including size limits and harvest limits) still apply. (See the Fishing and Boating Guide for more information: https://fw.ky.gov/FishBoatGuide/Pages/default.aspx)

✨ Family-friendly events are being hosted statewide – click here to see what’s happening in your area: https://fw.ky.gov/Pages/Free-Fishing-Weekend.aspx

✨ Not sure where to go this weekend? Check out the list of public waterbodies in Kentucky: https://app.fw.ky.gov/fisheries/waterbody.aspx?County=*&WaterBody=*&AccessType=*&Species=*&Handicap=off

Get out and get fishing!

06/04/2026
06/03/2026
06/03/2026

Kentucky’s Free Fishing Weekend is happening THIS weekend, June 6-7, 2026!

For one weekend only, anyone is allowed to fish without a license or permit. Whether you're visiting from outside the state or you live in Kentucky, the free fishing weekend is open to all.

It's a great time to grab a fishing pole and enjoy spending time with family and friends at the state's beautiful lakes, streams, and rivers!

Reminders:
• This is open to ​both Residents and Nonresidents.
• No License is needed for this weekend ONLY.
• All other Fishing Regulations (including size limits and harvest limits) still apply. (See the Fishing and Boating Guide for more information: https://fw.ky.gov/FishBoatGuide/Pages/default.aspx)

✨ Family-friendly events are being hosted statewide – click here to see what’s happening in your area: https://fw.ky.gov/Pages/Free-Fishing-Weekend.aspx

✨ Not sure where to go this weekend? Check out the list of public waterbodies in Kentucky: https://app.fw.ky.gov/fisheries/waterbody.aspx?County=*&WaterBody=*&AccessType=*&Species=*&Handicap=off

Get out and get fishing!

05/07/2026

The Farmers Market is open now through the end of October!

05/01/2026
05/01/2026

Give a unique gift this Mother’s Day by having the name of your special woman etched into the newest wall at the Women’s Honor Court.

Just print and complete the donation form then mail with your donation. Group donations for one honoree are permissible.

04/17/2026

ATTENTION: FAIRGROUNDS RESTROOMS CLOSED DUE TO REPEATED MISUSE AND VANDALISM. WILL UPDATE WHEN REOPENED.

01/13/2026

Informational meeting Monday February 2 at 5-5:30pm at the Henderson Co Extension Expo Building. Attendance is not required, this is just a good time and place to get your questions answered.

06/26/2025

Better late than never😉

Henderson County Fair Pageants are back for an exciting year with a few minor changes! 🤩

Mark your calendars now & be on the look out for more information this weekend! ✨

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399 Sam Ball Way
Henderson, KY
42420

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