Park · Nicholasville
Camp Nelson National Monument
A National Park Service site south of Nicholasville where a Civil War supply depot became a recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops. It has a visitor center with a museum and film, reconstructed barracks and about five miles of trails.
Plan a visit
6614 Old Danville Loop 2 Road
Nicholasville, KY 40356
The park service says there are no fees to visit and that the grounds and trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Its posted visitor center hours cover the summer season, so check the park's fall and winter hours page before you go. The address is the park's mailing address; the entrance is on the original Danville Pike next to US 27.
Opening hours, admission, accessibility, and booking requirements can vary. Confirm the details that matter to your visit directly with the venue.
Last checked October 21, 2026.
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Good to know
Only what Camp Nelson National Monument states on official pages. Not stated means we did not find it there, so ask before you go. Accessibility guide
- Dogs
- Dogs in some areas.“Pets are welcome at Camp Nelson National Monument though there are some general rules that pet owners should follow during their visit.”Leashed at all times. Pets are not allowed in the visitor center, the museum or other park buildings; service dogs are.From nps.gov, checked October 27, 2026
- Strollers
- Not stated.
- Wheelchair access
- Wheelchair access in some areas.“The Visitor Center, reconstructed barracks, and Oliver Perry House are all accessed via a short flight of stairs or have ramps to accommodate visitors who use wheelchairs.”The park says trails to the closest earthen forts are not ADA-ABA accessible.From nps.gov, checked October 27, 2026
- Sensory supports
- Not stated.
Upcoming at Camp Nelson National Monument
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