Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge
91 US-641, Benton, KY 42025
9,000 acres · 7 miles of trails
In Benton's Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge, leashed dogs explore hiking trails across Kentucky's only NWR spanning 9,000 acres. Features include shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Observe birds quietly.
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- Park
- Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Benton, Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 36.8722, -88.3500
- Size
- 9,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 9,000 acres of room
- · 7 miles of trail
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Dog policy
9,000-acre USFWS refuge — Kentucky's only NWR. Leashed dogs on hiking trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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