E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park

Category: Park in Louisville, Kentucky

Address: 3000 Freys Hill Rd, Louisville, KY 40241, USA

Phone: +15024297270

Opening hours

Sunday: 7:30AM–10PM

Monday: 7:30AM–10PM

Tuesday: 7:30AM–10PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM–10PM

Thursday: 7:30AM–10PM

Friday: 7:30AM–10PM

Saturday: 7:30AM–10PM

Reviews

Ben King

Jun 24, 2022

Had an amazing time today with my co-workers at the park. We played games, enjoyed the gymnasium and even listened to music. There was a calm breeze that made the 90 degree temperature bearable. Enjoy a picture of my 2nd best friend Levi after winning the 3 legged race. - Cheers (only subtracted 1 star because a colleague was confronted after driving the wrong way down a 1-way pedestrian path.)

Rachael Enderle

May 2, 2022

I mainly visit for softball tournaments, but have been there and walked the trails and been to the dog park. There are concessions available at the softball diamonds most nights and during tournaments. The grounds are well-kept for a state park. The bathrooms have been slightly improved over the last couple of years and as long as people respect them, they are clean and kept orderly. You will see wildlife when you visit the park. It is a big park with a ton of wooded areas along with open space for many different activities. It's a beautiful park and should be utilized by more people.

Kent Hall

Apr 10, 2022

E. P. Tom Sawyer Park is a great urban State Park that hosts big events for this region of the State as well as serve as an important component of Eastern Jefferson County.

Dave Barker

Jan 14, 2022

E. P. Sawyer is a Kentucky State Park located within the county limis of Louisville. It's known mostly as a location for sports; cross country, softball, soccer. However it does have a couple of trails that traverse through wooded areas …

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Questions & Answers

Is the splash pad free?

Danielle Smith | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

The splash pad is paid admission, includes use of the pool. $5 kids 3 to 12 $7 adults 13 and up 12 to 6pm daily; closed mondays

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Is there a pavilion available to rent/reserve for a family reunion?

Jeff Jacob | Jul 17, 2021
Tim Zoeller | Jul 18, 2021

There's a pavilion around the playground. There may be others.

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Is this pool open to the public in the summer or members only

Kristen Goodin | Feb 13, 2020
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (Owner) | Feb 14, 2020

The pool is open to the public. We are scheduled to open Saturday, May 25th (staffing dependent). The daily swim fees are $5 for ages 3-12 and $7 for ages 13 and up. Season passes are available as well. Call 502-429-7270 for more information. Thank you!

How much is the cost to swim

Patrick Davis | Feb 13, 2019
Jeff Sponel | Feb 14, 2019

CASH ONLY 13 and up: $6 3 to 12: $5 2 and younger: free Groups of 25 or more can get $1 off each admission, but requires 24 hour notice

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Today is June 15, 2021 is the pool open for the summer?

Jane Cutshaw | Jul 17, 2021
Shannon Tuthill | Jul 18, 2021

No sadly still not open due to a lack of life guards.

Are the pools open?

Bre Wright | Jun 17, 2021
Aaron Colpo | Jun 18, 2021

They are not. Not enough lifeguards.

Is the BMX track open to the public to ride on the track?

Zack Steele | Feb 12, 2021
Nicholas Price | Feb 13, 2021

Yes, as long as the track is dry, there isn't a scheduled event ongoing, all riders have a helmet, and the "track closed" sign is not posted. Thanks for asking! Have fun taking advantage of one of only six tracks in its class in the nation!

Has the pool reopened

dominick finley | Feb 12, 2021
Nicholas Price | Feb 13, 2021

The pool wont open this season

Will the pool open this year

dominick finley | Feb 12, 2021
Nicholas Price | Feb 13, 2021

Honestly, probably not. Too many challenges to overcome with a large community pool like ours. It was just refinished too! Big bummer, but in the name of public safety it will be hard to operate

Is there showers ??

David Hunt | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

For this weekend's cross country event on saturday, yes. Then only when the pool is open, it's open to pool guests

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Are mountain bikes allowed on the hiking trails?

J Houn | Feb 13, 2020
Maxim Strelsov | Feb 14, 2020

No

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Are there tennis courts: one with a wall so I could hit a ball?

Miriam Shippmann | Feb 13, 2020
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (Owner) | Feb 14, 2020

There is a court with a wall; court #6. One half of the wall has been removed and park staff are working to rehang it, but the other half is still up and functional. Thanks for asking

How much is it a night to park your camper?

Trish Thornton | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

Ep tom sawyer state park does not offer camping. The closest state parks with camping are taylorsville lake (Spencer county) and general butler (carol county) thanks for asking

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Why is the water in the kids splash area so cold? Everyone with little children, always says it's too cold and kids dont want to play in there. It's literally like ice water

Kristina Bald | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

It's water straight from the tap. There is no water heater on the supply line. I'll look into the options, if there is a way to make it a little more comfortable for the little ones.

Is there an admission to get into the regular park?

Stephanie Taz | Feb 13, 2020
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (Owner) | Feb 14, 2020

Here in Kentucky, we are extremely fortunate that there is no admission price to visit any of the 47 KY State Parks. Some of the parks' activities and programs have fees attached, such as swimming, gym programs, and facility rentals. We'll see you soon!

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Does swim admission allow you to come and go throughout the day?

Julie Mills | Feb 13, 2020
Jennifer Gaither McCaulley | Feb 14, 2020

Yes. You get an wrist bracelet.

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Is the pool open

Jenny Downs | Feb 13, 2020
Nick Price | Feb 14, 2020

The pool is open 12pm - 6pm every day, except we are closed every Monday (we'll plan to be open on Labor Day, which is a Monday). Thank you

Whats the hrs for the pool?

Tammy Ashford | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

What he said! ^^^

Is it open every day?

Sara Moore | Feb 13, 2020
Nick Price | Feb 14, 2020

The park is open every day of the week. On holidays and off chances, some indoor facilities are not accessible. The pool is open every day besides Mondays, from 12pm - 6pm

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How much to get in to swim today

Julie Bischoff | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

The pool opens next saturday, june 1st. $5 ages 3 to 12 $7 ages 13 and up Cash only please

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Does anyone who know If there is a picnic area by the pool where we can bring our own food tomorrow? And the pricing for adults and children please

Chelsi | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

The pool opens june 1st. There are several tables on the upper deck of the pool where you can bring your own food. $5 ages 3 to 12 $7 ages 13 and up Cash only please

Is the pool still scheduled to open tomorrow? The website & recording are both saying June 1st.

Marlena K | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

The pool is scheduled to open on June 1st.

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Do you have any summer softball camps for elementary school girls?

Jude Bell | Feb 13, 2020
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park (Owner) | Feb 14, 2020

The park staff do not offer any softball summer camps, but you may wish to reach out to the operators of the softball complex at the park; Derby City Sports Club. the best way to find the most recent contact list for that group is to search their name online to find their website. Thanks for asking!

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Will the pool be open memorial day weekend?

Tay Jones | Feb 13, 2020
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2020

I'm the park manager of eptom sawyer. We're a state park and not related ti the metro poola. The pool is now scheduled to open June 1. If we can open earlier, we will notify the public and do so. Hope to see you on june 1. Like our facebook page for updates

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Would it be a safe place to bring my service dog in training?

Lisa Stapperfenne | Feb 13, 2020
Paula Szekely | Feb 14, 2020

You can find a secluded area. Back by the archery, is usually calm.

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Is there anything here that I can do with my dog?

Lisa Stapperfenne | Feb 13, 2020
Owen Walker | Feb 14, 2020

There's a massive amount of trails you can go through and explore and open field to play fetch and other things. Great place to take you dog. Remember to keep them on a leash though👍

Is the pool gonna be open this summer with most pools being closed?

Brandee B | Feb 13, 2020
Rachael Koontz | Feb 14, 2020

They stated in an earlier post that they plan to open in late May.

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Can you rent a gazebo here?..and if so what's the price?

Tay Jones | Feb 13, 2020
Rachael Koontz | Feb 14, 2020

There are three shelter areas that you can rent. The prices vary by shelter and they are different for weekdays vs. weekends. The website has the exact prices.

Will there be a pickleball league at Tom Sawyer?

Barbara Mueller | Feb 13, 2020
Neha Goyal | Feb 14, 2020

Yep

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What's the trail to the cave

Isiah “Sazhietti” Wasp | Feb 13, 2020
Matthew Long (Ryan Bayless) | Feb 14, 2020

The cave is off limits to the public

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Are there cabins or rooms to rent here

Stella Dorn | Feb 13, 2019
Matthew Long (Ryan Bayless) | Feb 14, 2019

Only near by hotles. No cabins or rooms. Sorry

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I am looking for a dog park to allow my Australian Sheppard to run around off leash. I've heard of memberships and was wondering more information as to where it located at this park and if there is a fee. Thanks in advance!

Kelli Bisig | Feb 13, 2019
Nicholas Price | Feb 14, 2019

The louisville dog run association runs several dog parks around the city, including the 10 acre dog park at ep tom sawyer state park. Membership is required. You can find that information at louisvilledogs.com.

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Does the cave have water?

MarioBuilderFan J | Feb 13, 2019
Matthew Long (Ryan Bayless) | Feb 14, 2019

I am not sure about a cave but anything i have seen have no trespassing signs on it.

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What is the EP for in name of EP Tom Sawyer State park

Anna Perkins | Feb 13, 2019
patrick bishop | Feb 14, 2019

Erbon Powers Tom Sawyer....judge who died in a car crash in 1969...father of journalist Diane Sawyer Wikipedia

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What is the closest rv camping spot? Thanks!

sara steorts | Feb 13, 2019
patrick bishop | Feb 14, 2019

The park closes around 10pm...not sure if there is an rv camp

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How much for an adult and a 13 year old? What would the cost be?

Olivia Myers | Feb 13, 2019
Chelsie Bailey | Feb 14, 2019

6 dollars

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At what time does the pool open and is it open seven days a week?

Violeta Higuera | Feb 13, 2019
Karen Spies | Feb 14, 2019

The pool is closed for the season, it will re open memorial day weekend. It is only closed on Monday's during the swim season

What time does the pool open and close

Caryn Kirk-Berry | Feb 13, 2019
Scott Beishline | Feb 14, 2019

12 to 6

How much to get in

Julie Bischoff | Feb 13, 2019
Julie Bischoff | Feb 14, 2019

To swim

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What day's pools it's open?

Joel Bernal | Feb 13, 2019
Karen Spies | Feb 14, 2019

Pool is closed on Mondays

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Is there a play ground area

akhia fox | Feb 13, 2019
Theresa Hawkins | Feb 14, 2019

Yep! 😊 There are actually two over at the state park area (dog park is a small section of the overall park that requires a membership to access, rest of park is free). One is the standard playground equipment for kids - slides, jungle gym, etc. There is also a fitness one with balance beams, horizontal bars for pull ups, etc.

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Do you have to pay to 🏊

Tina Sowell | Feb 13, 2019
Jim Kushman | Feb 14, 2019

It's $35 per calendar year for access to all the LDRA dog runs which pays for up keep and insurance.

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Is there grills?

Donna Thomas | Feb 13, 2019
Dan Blake | Feb 14, 2019

The dog park is one small part of the overall park. None inside the dog park

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Are there grills in the park

Courtney Wheeler | Feb 13, 2019
Karen Spies | Feb 14, 2019

The grills are located at the picnic shelters

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Is there a lake to fish

Jeanie Bentley | Feb 13, 2019
Mike Ronayne | Feb 14, 2019

Not at this park. Several stocked lakes fairly close by at Beckley Creek Park off Shelbyville Rd.

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Do you have excisce classes?

Brenda Malone | Feb 13, 2019
Brandy Diekevers | Feb 14, 2019

Explore and walk my dog i hear there's a pool

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When/where is open pickleball play and what is the cost to play?

Betty Hauck Clark | Feb 13, 2019
My Own Opinion | Feb 14, 2019

You can call them and ask.

What does THE EP stand for in EPTom Sawyer park

Donna Coomes | Feb 13, 2019
Holly Sparks | Feb 14, 2019

His initials were EP, and Tom was his nickname.

Can the dogs run free off leash at this park?

Steve Scully | Feb 13, 2019
John Von Handorf | Feb 14, 2019

No they have to be on a leash.

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Can you host public events on the grounds? My church small group wanted to host a free egg-stravaganza for anyone to join! Everything would be free (snacks, crafts, games, etc.) and just a great way to embrace the community. Could we post signs?

Natalie Schmitt | Feb 13, 2019
Southernshotty | Feb 14, 2019

If you Google the park they have a number you can call to clarify, but my church is done grill outs there and held graduation parties!

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Is there a basketball court available to the public inside the activity center?

Angela Wilson | Feb 13, 2018
Lindsay Hilton | Feb 14, 2018

There is one across the street , open air

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Never heard of this park until recently...BUT! I did hear about the asylum background stories anybody ever witness it??

Tha Realest1 On Tha Internet | Feb 13, 2018
betsy kuprion | Feb 14, 2018

This is a great park

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Is Tom sawyer park dogs friendly

Boba Vresk | Feb 13, 2018
Adam Leonhardt | Feb 14, 2018

There's a sign by the main parking lot that says they must be leashed and cleaned up after. Otherwise, no worries!

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Do you have a any tent camping spot?

Genie Ward | Feb 13, 2018
Ivory Baker | Feb 14, 2018

No camping

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What are the names of the trees.

Phyllis Leonard | Feb 13, 2018
Mat Johnson | Feb 14, 2018

I do not notice the species.

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