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There are three community parks nestled within the rolling countryside of Monroe County, each of them as unique as the community for which it is named. In addition there is also a State Historic Site, Marble Yard, Golf Course and a Drive-In theatre.
Fountain Run Community Park
(9acres-located at the corner of Hwy. 100 and Lebanon Church Road) 
The Fountain Run Community Park offers a variety of activities throughout the year including the annual Community Egg Hunt and Back-to-School Bash. Its “show ring” is home to the area’s finest “Horse Show”. The amphitheatre with its elevated seating provides a great venue for various types of entertainment. Nearby playground equipment beckons the younger visitors over for some fun! The park is home to the Fountain Run Community Club House. The Club House has a kitchen and restrooms to accommodate most showers, birthday parties, or homecomings. The park also has a covered shelter with numerous picnic tables. Either of these facilities can be reserved for a private event by calling 270-434-2915. City of Gamaliel Community Park (24 acres-located at 2840 Fountain Run Road)  The City of Gamaliel Community Park is home to the county’s newest recreation, Disc Golf. Visitors are encouraged to come and try out the new 9-hole course. The park also has a basketball court, softball and soccer fields. Near the fields are concession stands, one with a B-B-Q pit. There are four covered shelters with picnic tables located throughout the park. An outdoor stage provides the setting for various types of entertainment. Visitors can also stroll through the Family Cemetery which is located at the park.
Tompkinsville City Park
(72 acres located at 1454 Mill Creek Road)  The Tompkinsville City Park surrounds the Mill Creek Watershed or City Lake as it is commonly known. Fishing with a license is allowed, as are canoeing, paddleboats and trolling. The ducks and geese that call the lake home welcome any scraps of bread visitors are willing to share. Visitors can enjoy the tennis, volleyball and basketball courts as well as the little league baseball fields and the horseshoe pits. The small stage provides a unique setting for all types of entertainment. Picnic areas scattered throughout the park offer stunning lakeside views. In addition there are two covered shelters, Lakeview and Dogwood, with picnic tables, restrooms and playground equipment nearby. Shelters may be reserved for private use by calling Tompkinsville City hall at 270-487-6776. Old Mulkey Meeting House State Historic Site (71 acres located at 38 Old Mulkey Park Road)  This site surrounds the oldest standing log church in the Commonwealth. Built in 1804 by what was then Mill Creek Baptist Church it was home to one of the earliest congregations west of the Allegheny Mountains. Many Revolutionary War soldiers were part of the congregation, as was Hannah Boone, Daniel’s youngest sister. The log structure is built in the shape of a cross with twelve corners, the same as the number of the apostles and three doors believed to represent the Trinity. The serene, rustic MeetingHouse is a popular wedding site. Just over from the Meetinghouse is the Park cemetery, the final resting place for many Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers. The park has a popular playground, basketball court and horseshoe pits. Corn Hole game boards are available to rent. There are numerous picnic areas and grills scattered throughout the park, as well as a covered shelter. Church records, local history and genealogical information are available in the Park gift shop. Numerous events are held at Old Mulkey each year. Visit www.parks.ky.gov for information on upcoming events. To reserve the shelter or MeetingHouse call 270-487-8481. |
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20 Things To Do
- Sample Monroe County’s famous B-B-Q at several locations.
- Golf 18 holes at the beautiful Hidden Hills Country Club.
- Trace your heritage at the Court House, Public Library or more than 200 cemeteries.
- Ride the free ferry across the Cumberland River.
- Have a picnic at one of our four parks (Tompkinsville, Gamaliel and Fountain Run City Parks and Old Mulkey State Shrine).
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