Natural Surface Trail Restoration - Trail Closures and Updates 

Trail Information

Baxter Square

WELCOME TO THE CITY OF LOUISVILLE’S FIRST PUBLIC PARK!

Founded in 1880, the Olmsted firm made recommendations for improvements to the urban green space in 1892. It’s more formal in nature than Olmsted’s expansive, flowing designs for the urban woodland parks. His goal was to bring neighborhood residents together for casual interaction.

Key Features & Amenities

  • Basketball
  • Community Center
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Playground
  • Sprayground
  • Tennis

PARK DETAILS

Location
301 S 12th St., 40203
(Twelfth and Jefferson Streets)
Size
3.99 acres
Facility Reservations
502-368-5865
Hours
6 am – 11 pm
Fred Facts
Evidence shows that when people have access to parks, they are more likely to exercise, which can reduce obesity and its associated problems and costs.

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