Camp Wildcat Battlefield
Camp Wildcat is the site of the first engagement of regular troops in Kentucky during the Civil War. The site is undeveloped and remote, reached only by a single-lane gravel road. The Forest Service works with volunteers and heritage groups to interpret and protect Camp Wildcat.
Wildcat Trail #490 starts at the interpretive site at Camp Wildcat and ends at Hoosier Knob.
Learn more about the battle at Camp Wildcat Preservation Foundation.
General Information
Archaeological sites are fragile resources. Once destroyed, they are gone forever. Help preserve Kentucky's past by not disturbing or collecting historical or archaeological artifacts. Report any discoveries to the nearest Forest Service office. All artifacts are protected by law. Metal detecting is prohibited.
Open year-round
Address: US Forest Service/US Army Corps of Engineers Resource Managers Office KY-1193 London, KY 40744
Phone: 859-428-7706; 606-864-4163
Hours: Available by phone Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office is open to visitors Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.791314
Longitude: -83.596479
Directions
Take Exit 49 off I-75, the Livingston exit. Turn east and go 0.6 miles on 909, then turn south onto US 25 south and go 0.7 miles and take the road to the left (Hazel Patch Road). Take a left at the sign directing you to Camp Wildcat.
Travel Considerations
The gravel county road that provides access to the site may not be passable by low-clearance vehicles.
Parking
Parking is available at the site.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Vault toilet meets accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Interpretive Areas/Exhibits Info
Shelter with interpretive panels describing battle.
