Family and horses

Parks & Nature

Outdoor adventure awaits

Spend the day on the water, around a campfire, on horseback, or hiking through miles of trails in ShelbyKY. Just 30 minutes from Louisville, this region is perfect for those who covet fresh air. Whether you're looking to unwind or an adrenaline-junkie, you'll find the perfect activity here.

Red Fern Riding Center is one of the only horseback riding centers in Kentucky and is located in ShelbyKY. Hundreds of acres of fishing and dozens of campsites are available at Guist Creek Marina & Campground. For spring, summer, and fall fun, head to family-run farms Gallrein Farm and Mulberry Orchard.

Child horseback riding at Shelby Trails

Horseback Riding

It makes sense that a place officially designated the American Saddlebred Capital of…

A group of people with two Saddlebred horses at Kismet Farm, one of Shelby County's premier Saddlebred Horse Farms.

Horse Farm Tours

Some of Kentucky's most beautiful farms are located in ShelbyKY. Take a tour of…

Cycling

Biking

Ride the rural routes in Shelbyville and Simpsonville for stunning scenery and…

Men golfing

Golf

The beautiful terrain of the ShelbyKY region offers challenging and exciting course…

Horse Farm

Farms & Orchards

Whether it’s taking a hay ride, petting the farm animals, enjoying a horse farm…

Guist Creek Marina

Guist Creek Marina & Campground

Guist Creek Lake is the county’s largest lake and one of its best kept secrets…