Iroquois Park
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The band Wilco performs to a full house at the 2,407-seat Iroquois Amphitheater on October 8, 2006.(photo courtesy Triangle Talent) |
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5216 New Cut Rd.,
40214
(Taylor Boulevard and
Southern Parkway)
Iroquois Park was planned by Frederick Law Olmsted as a "scenic reservation" of forested hillsides and breathtaking vistas. The park features the WPA-era Iroquois Amphitheater, an open-air theater that was recently remodeled to accommodate 2,407 people.
| Several projects are taking place to improve Iroquois Park. Click HERE to learn more. |
OVERLOOK ACCESS:
Automobile access to the hilltop via Uppill Road is available on Wed, Sat
and Sun from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (April 1-Oct 28). The road to the top of the park may be used by pedestrians and cyclists daily throughout the year.
*NEW* Uppill Road, which leads to Iroquois Park’s hilltop, will be open through Thanksgiving weekend on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for vehicle access.
Facilities:
Iroquois Amphitheater
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1080 Amphitheater Rd.
502/368-5865
Iroquois Golf Course
1501 Rundill Road, 40214
502/363-9520
Amenities:
Archery range
Basketball (2)
Bikeway and walking paths
Disc golf course
Fishing lake (catch and release only; currently closed for EPA Grant project)
Grills
Hiking trails
Horseback riding trails
Horseshoe pits
Picnic shelters
Picnic tables
Playground/splash play area (handicapped accessible - learn more)
Restrooms
Scenic overlooks
Tennis (4)
Walking Paths (1.6 miles and 3.2 miles)
Size: 739 acres
Acquired: 1888
Metro Council Representative: Marianne Butler, 15th
Olmsted Park
Links:
Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Mayor's Adopt-A-Park partner for Iroquois Park
Broadway at Iroquois
Iroquois Hill Runners
Louisville Disc Golf Club