BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK
UNION, KY
Big Bone Lick State Park is a 526-acre park located in Union, Kentucky, United States. The park is named after the prehistoric Big Bone Lick, which was a major salt lick and a gathering place for several large animals such as mammoths, mastodons, and bison. The park has a museum that showcases the fossils and bones of these ancient animals.
The park is a popular destination for hiking, camping, fishing, and boating. It has several trails that offer stunning views of the park's natural beauty, including the Bison Trace Trail, the Discovery Trail, and the Cedar Run Trail. The park also has a large lake that is perfect for boating and fishing.
Big Bone Lick State Park is home to several species of wildlife, including deer, foxes, raccoons, and several migratory bird species. Visitors can also see the American bison that roam the park's fields.
The park has several amenities, including a campground, picnic areas, and a playground for children. It also has a gift shop that sells souvenirs and local products.
Overall, Big Bone Lick State Park is an excellent destination for nature lovers, history buffs, and families looking for outdoor fun.
BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in UNION KY. US MID #8402100087
The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).
Contact BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK
- telephone: 6063843522
BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK
3380 BEAVER ROAD
UNION
KY
41091-9627
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BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK Information
MID # | 8402100087 |
Name | BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK |
Alternate Name | BIG BONE LICK STATE PARK |
Classification | Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers, , Southeastern |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | |
INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 38.889106, -84.749417 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 21 FIPS County Code: 015 US Census Tract: 070601 US Census Block: 2018 |