Derby Weekend at Pennyrile Forest May 2-3, 2015

 

If you’ve never been to Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park, I’m here to tell you that you’re missing out on something extra special. The beautiful scenery and the cozy lodge are really something else – and the fried catfish sandwich just might be the best one in the entire state of Kentucky.  The food is always really, really, really good in this state park’s restaurant (located downstairs in the lodge).

When I had to give up gluten and wheat, visions of the epic fried catifsh sandwich at Pennyrile broke my heart in two. See the picture below and you’ll understand why.

 

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Whether you’ve never been to Pennyrile or are (like us) regular guests, here’s a great chance to go back. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is offering guests a chance to celebrate the Kentucky Derby at the park with a special Derby Weekend Package May 2-3, 2015.

The package includes one nights’ lodging, a dinner buffet Saturday night, watching the big race on television, a Derby hat contest, music from DJ Brandon Burke and a dance Saturday evening. A Sunday morning country ham buffet is also included.

The package is $150 plus tax for two people. Golf discounts are also available during the weekend.

For information and reservations, call Donnie Jones at 1-800-325-1711.

The rustic wood and stone Pennyrile Lodge, with 24 rooms, sits serenely on a high cliff overlooking Pennyrile Lake. Open year-round, the park has 12 cottages in the wooded lodge area and on the lake’s shores. The restaurant seats 200, including a private dining room for up to 80. The park also has an 18-hole golf course with a pro shop, riding carts, pull carts and rental clubs. The course is open year-round, weather permitting. The park also offers hiking trails, fishing, basketball, tennis and horse campsites that are available year-round.

The resort is 20 miles northwest of Hopkinsville, on KY 109 North. Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is approximately 8 miles south of Dawson Springs. Take Exit 92 on Interstate 69.

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