Dupree Nature Preserve

Love it there! Pine of our favs in the world.

We've been coming to this place since 2015, we have walked the trails and scouted the deer heard there. And to say there least.... We've enjoyed every opportunity that we get the chance to..

Great spot to get away and spend sometime with nature. Nice trails but my only complaint is that the trails aren't all clearly marked but they all connect so it's not a big deal. Great views of the KY river and the palisades, reccomend checking this spot out!

Dupree's is located in Lancaster (Garrard County) off of US 27, approximately 15-20 from the main road. Although dogs are not allowed, I took my pup just to get in a good exercise. There is:

Main Trail: A gravel trail from the parking lot that connects with the Overlook, Cliff, River and Brooks-Schwantes Trails. A little elevation change. Goes through a couple of open grassy fields and wooded areas.

Overlook Trail: A dirt trail that goes through a wooded area and connects to the Meditation and Cliff Trails. It has a couple of overlooks of the Kentucky River, and not much elevation change.

Meditation Trail: A dirt trail with little elevation change that has a meditation bench that overlooks the Kentucky River.

Cliff Trail: A very steep trail that connects the River and Overlook Trails.

River Trail: A rocky roadbed trail that takes you down to the river. Has a large elevation change, but is not very steep.

Brooks-Schwantes Trail: A trail that can be used as an alternate to the Main Trail for some distance, with similar features.

My only complaint is the consistent sounds of gun shots that echo in the distance from the firing range. I've only seen small amphibians and mammals, but I'm sure luck may bring a turkey or deer one day.