E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park
"Visitors from Jeffersontown often come for a nearby place to walk, bike, and enjoy open space. The park is close enough for quick after-work outings and weekend picnics."
E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park is one of Kentucky's premier urban parks, known for its extensive recreation facilities, open lawns, and accessible paved pathways. Visitors come for walking, biking, picnicking, playground time, and organized sports in a convenient Louisville location.
Taylorsville Lake State Park
"Jeffersontown travelers can reach the park quickly for fishing, boating, and a low-key nature getaway."
Taylorsville Lake State Park centers on a large reservoir surrounded by rolling Kentucky countryside and abundant wildlife habitat. Visitors come for boating, fishing, birding, and relaxed day-use recreation with easy access to the lake and nearby natural areas.