Salato Wildlife Education Center
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife's nature center off Louisville Road, with more than 40 native species, including black bears, elk and bald eagles, plus walking trails and fishing lakes. A reliable morning out with kids.
Hours
Tue-Sat 9 AM-4 PM; Sun-Mon closed
Address
1 Sportsman's Ln, Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone
(502) 564-7863
Website
fw.ky.gov/Education/Pages/Salato-Wildlife-Education-Center.aspx
Checked 2026-10-22. Hours change, so confirm before a special trip.
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