Tom Dorman State Nature Preserve, Nature preserve along Kentucky River Palisades, Kentucky.
The preserve spans 908 acres across Garrard and Jessamine counties, featuring limestone cliffs rising 220 feet above the Kentucky River.
Originally designated as Kentucky River Authority Palisades State Nature Preserve in 1996, the area was renamed in 1999 to honor Thomas Dorman.
The preserve maintains a network of trails following ancient stagecoach routes, connecting visitors with the natural heritage of Kentucky.
The Garrard County section remains open from sunrise to sunset, providing parking for eight vehicles and a two-mile loop trail system.
The limestone cliffs harbor rare plant species, including starry cleft phlox and Eggleston's violet, found exclusively in this region.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 37.76500,-84.62700
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:53
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