Bernheim Forest and Arboretum
About
Bernheim Forest and Arboretum - 16,000-Acre Protected Forest South of Louisville
16,000+ acres of protected forest and arboretum in Clermont, just south of Louisville. Named one of the Best 25 Places to Go in the South in 2025 by Southern Living. The site combines a designed arboretum, 40+ miles of hiking trails, sculpture installations, and conservation research.
Programs for Kids
Education programming through Bernheim. Programs include:
- Camp Bernheim summer camp (eight one-week sessions, ages 6-12)
- Teen Camp (ages 13-16, multi-day)
- School field trips
- Forest Giants sculpture installations
- Self-guided trails and discovery programs
What's Included
- 40+ miles of hiking trails
- Designed arboretum with curated tree collections
- Forest Giants outdoor sculptures
- Open daily 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Experience
Louisville families use Bernheim for full-day outdoor outings, hiking, sculpture exploration, and weekly summer camp programming. The Clermont Road location is 25 miles south of downtown Louisville, reachable via I-65 and the Bluegrass Parkway.