Kentucky Department of Parks

General Butler State Resort Park Enjoy General Butler State Resort Park’s unique setting at the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers from the scenic overlook.

The General Butler Lodge

 Lodge lobby  Lodge room

The hilltop Butler Lodge is an attraction within itself. Listen to the piano and admire the Ohio River valley view. Each of the 53 rooms features a private balcony or patio overlooking the pool or hillside. This hilltop resort is the essence of river town charm, featuring the warm glow of polished brass and rich woodwork. Rooms are available by late afternoon. Check-out by noon, Eastern Time.  Pets are not allowed (with the exception of service dogs).

 
High speed wireless internet service available at the lodge.

Cottages

Cottage24 cottages are available, with some having a private balcony or patio. One, two, three-bedroom cottages with one bath and two or three executive cottages with two baths are available. Tableware, cooking utensils, and linens are provided with fresh linens available daily. Cottages are available late afternoon, check out by 11 am.  Pets are not allowed (with the exception of service dogs).

Two Rivers Restaurant

 restaurant Two Rivers’ name and fish camp décor is a reference to the Ohio and Kentucky rivers which meet in the local area. Two Rivers restaurant serves a bistro style dinner menu with a variety of items ranging from fish to pasta and chicken to steaks. We also serve our signature Kentucky favorites and locally grown produce. We also offer a daily lunch buffet and a very popular Sunday brunch. Two Rivers has been featured in the book “Dining across Kentucky” as well as on the Kentucky Life television program.

Camping

CampsiteThe campground offers 111 campsites with utility hookups and grills. Showers and rest rooms are available at two central service buildings and one laundry facility is available.  Check out by 1 pm. Open year-round but some sites unavailable during winter months from November 18 - March 14.  Please call to reserve a site during the winter months.

Butler-Turpin State Historic House

This fine country home built in 1859 is a place of remembrance to one of Kentucky’s foremost military families from Colonial times through the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the Mexican War and the Civil War. More on Historic page…The living house museum embodies life at the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio Rivers along with the military contributions of the Butler family. Built in the Greek revival style the house is a three-bay two-story structure with a commanding view of the Kentucky River Valley. The personal effects of military documents, furniture and objects bring to life a family steeped in military history. The house is located on the grounds of General Butler State Resort Park. House open from March 1 to November 1.

Things To Do

Gift Shop

The gift shop is located in the lodge lobby with lots of Kentucky hand crafts, foods and much more to choose from.

Miniature Golf

Enjoy a game of miniature golf that overlooks the beautiful lake at General Butler.
RATES
Ages 13 & older:  $3.50
Ages 12 & under: $2.50

Picnicking & Playgrounds

Picnic area, playground, tennis, basketball courts and shelter house are located near the historic house on the west side of General Butler State Resort Park.

Recreation

Daily summer activities and year-round special events are planned for children and adults under the guidance of a trained recreation director. Enjoy activities on the tennis and basketball courts.

Lookout

Enjoy Butler’s unique setting at the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio rivers from the scenic overlook. One of the highest points in Carroll County, the lookout was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s.

9-hole regulation golf course with pro shop, pull carts, riding carts and rental clubs. 18 hole course miniature golf for family fun. View more information.

Fish have been restocked in 30-acre Butler Lake--bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Fishing is permitted from the lake shore and from personal non-motorized boats year-round. A Kentucky Fishing License is required.

Nature Trails

To stretch your legs after dinner, take advantage of two nature trails; a 1/4 mile trail between the lodge and the camping area, and a 1/2 mile loop trail in the campground.

Mountain Biking Trail

Mountain biking is available on our Fossil Trail. It's a 4.5 mile loop trail and is open from April - November. Riders must wear helmets and anyone under 16 years of age must have an adult rider at all times. Trail is rated for the skilled rider.

View Trail Information.

Enjoy a day on the lake at General Butler. Rental pedal boats, canoes, rowboats, and surf bikes are available seasonally at the Boat Dock. No trolling motors allowed on Butler Lake at anytime. Open year-round for personal non-motorized boats.

The lodge swimming pool is available for lodge and cottage guests during all times of operation and available to campers during 4:30pm to 6pm. Open Memorial Day weekend through mid-August.

Make A Reservation

For camping, cottage or lodge room make your reservation online today: Campground or Cottage or Lodge.


Group Meeting Facilities

General Butler Conference Center has a large meeting space that offers both 400 banquet style and 750 theater style seating.  Click to Meeting Facilities page.

Recreation News

Through the dedicated work of our state park recreationalists, visitors are able to enjoy a variety of fun learning opportunities. Check out our Recreation News for more information.


Featured Event

"Perfect Harmony" Weekend
2/13/2009 to 2/15/2009

Every couple deserves a weekend away now & then, so come an enjoy! Our weekend package is the perfect romantic hideaway for two, General Butler is nestled in rolling hills of woodland and stunning views of the confluence of the Kentucky & Ohio Rivers and is steep in history. This package will offer you all of the above, plus Saturday's Dinner Theatre that will top off this wonderful weekend of getting away! $245.00 plus tax per couple. For Saturday night only, the rate is $160.00 per couple.

Package Includes: Friday & Saturday Night Lodging (Butler Lodge) & Dinner Buffet @ Two Rivers. Saturday Breakfast Buffet @ Two Rivers & Dinner Theatre held @ Conference Center and Sunday Breakfast Buffet @ Two Rivers. If wishing to book a cottage, guests would pay the rate difference, and would recieve a $20.00 discount (cottage only).

If wishing just to come to the Dinner Theatre with no accommodations the Individual Ticket price is $35.00 per person.

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Contact Information

General Butler State Resort Park
1608 Highway 227
Carrollton, KY 41008-0325
Telephone: 502-732-4384
Toll Free:  1-866-462-8853
Park Manager - Tim Hibbard

Winter Hours of Operation

  • Grounds: Open year round
  • Museum/Giftshop: March 1 to November 1- House Open
  • Campground: Open year round