A Park For All
Kelley’s Landing is the first publicly owned access point to the Kentucky River in Fayette County. Help us protect and develop this natural resource for all of Kentucky to enjoy.
Centrally located between Lexington, Richmond, and Winchester
Informed by over 2,000 members of the community
30 Acres
1.75 Miles of Trails
Kentucky River Access
The Vision
The master plan for Kelley’s Landing envisions a 30-acre regional park with trails that wind through the landscape, river access for paddler and anglers, nature playscape, gathering spaces for families, and opportunities to experience the history and ecology of the Kentucky River. What has opened so far is only a starting point; basic access that gives people a glimpse of what’s possible.
Direct public access to the Kentucky River
Outdoor recreation including trails and nature-based programming
Rich driver for adventure tourism and economic development
Kelley’s Landing is not just a local amenity, it stands as the gateway to the Kentucky River Palisades, one of the Commonwealth’s most unique natural landscapes.
Build A Legacy
Public Funding
(Federal, State, or Local)
Core Programming
Main Drive and Parking Lots -$1,200,000-2,000,000
Emergency Rescue Building - $860,000
Trail Network - $1,800,000-2,200,000
Wetland Education and Boardwalk - $775,000-956,000
Support Programming
Restroom Facilities- $200,000-400,000
Pollinator Meadow and Trail- $55,000-160,000
River Terrace and River Steps- $320,000
Private Funding
(Corporate and Individual)
Core Programming
Signage System and Entry Gate- $650,000-680,000
River Launch with Accessible Deck- $140,000
Boathouse/Pavilion- $410,000
Nature Play Elements- $750,000
Support Programming
Open Lawn and Amphitheater- $500,000-630,000
Education Pavilion- $135,000
River Porch and Palisades Terrace- $206,000-270,000
Sculpture Meadow- $280,000-530,000
Structured Play/River Barge Play Elements - $1,005,000-1,300,000
The above funding strategies are based on anticipated opportunities across both the public and private sectors. While each strategy is identified under a specific alternative for clarity, collaborative approaches—such as private matching contributions supporting public investments may also be pursued.
