OUTDOORS
With more than 25 city and county parks to choose from – including The Greenbelt Trail and The Rudy Mine Trails, countless freshwater ponds and creeks spread throughout the area, and farmland that stretches as far as the eye can see, Owensboro has so much outdoor beauty to offer.
WESTERN KENTUCKY BOTANICAL GARDEN Agritourism is a huge component of our overall visitor experience, and one of Owensboro’s most beautiful hidden gems is Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, located right in the heart of the city. Walking through WKBG is like being transported to a scene out of “The Secret Garden”—a magical place brimming with roses, fruits and berries, daylilies, herbs, Weeping Willows, gazebos, painted walking paths, koi ponds and so, so much more. The majestic entrance at the WeatherBerry is the perfect start.
REID'S ORCHARD In operation for over 140 years, you can find hundreds of acres of apples, peaches, strawberries, blackberries, pears and vegetables of all kinds at this magnificent family-run orchard. Sitting on the edge of Owensboro city limits, you can pick apples from the trees, pumpkins from the patch, and flowers from the garden. Visit the onsite store for some delicious goodies and take your kids to the Reidland Play Area for some outdoor fun.
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