Fort Knox Recreation & Outdoor Activities

Fort Knox and the surrounding area offer abundant outdoor recreation and fitness opportunities. Whether you're into hiking, fishing, team sports, or just staying fit, the MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) program and the natural beauty of central Kentucky have you covered.

Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area

The crown jewel of Fort Knox recreation, Otter Creek covers thousands of acres of forested terrain along the Ohio River. Available to military personnel, retirees, DoD civilians, and their guests, Otter Creek offers:

• Hiking & mountain biking: Miles of trails through wooded terrain
• Camping: Primitive and improved campsites
• Fishing: Stocked ponds and river access
• Hunting: Seasonal hunting on designated areas (permits required)
• Zip-line and adventure courses
• Picnic areas and pavilions

Fitness Centers

Fort Knox has multiple fitness centers with modern equipment, group fitness classes, basketball courts, and more. They're free for active duty and available to family members. Hours are generally early morning through evening, with some 24-hour access options.

Lindsey Golf Course

An 18-hole course on post with affordable green fees and equipment rental. Open to military, retirees, and DoD civilians. See our golf courses guide for more options.

Sports Leagues & Programs

• Intramural sports leagues (softball, basketball, flag football, volleyball)
• Unit-level sports competitions
• Youth sports programs through Child & Youth Services
• Martial arts and combatives programs

Off-Post Recreation

Beyond Fort Knox, the area offers excellent outdoor recreation:

• Freeman Lake Park — E-town's flagship park with trails, fishing, and playgrounds
• Saunders Springs Nature Preserve — Hiking through unique geological features
• Ohio River access through Brandenburg
• Nolin Lake and Rough River Lake — larger lakes within 30-45 minutes for boating and fishing