Explore Nature at Salato Wildlife Education Center

Getting There

• Bus

  If you are starting from downtown Frankfort, you can catch the Frankfort Transit bus service. Board the bus at the Main Street stop near the state capitol. Take the bus route towards the Frankfort State Office Building. After approximately 15-20 minutes, request to get off at the stop closest to the intersection of US-60 and Sportsman's Lane. From there, you will need to walk about 0.5 miles to the Salato Wildlife Education Center, which is located at 1 Sportsman's Lane. Follow Sportsman's Lane as it curves to the right, and you'll see the center on your left.

• Walking

  If you are in the downtown area, you can walk to the Salato Wildlife Education Center. Start at the Kentucky State Capitol building and head southeast on Capital Avenue. Continue straight until you reach the intersection of US-60. Turn right onto US-60 and follow it for about 1 mile. When you reach Sportsman's Lane, turn left. The Salato Wildlife Education Center will be on your left at 1 Sportsman's Lane. The total walking distance is approximately 1.5 miles, which should take about 30-40 minutes.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer to cycle, there are bike paths available in Frankfort. Start at the downtown area and head towards the Frankfort Greenway Trail. Follow the trail until you reach the intersection with US-60. Once you are on US-60, carefully navigate to Sportsman's Lane. Turn left onto Sportsman's Lane and continue cycling for about 0.5 miles until you reach the Salato Wildlife Education Center at 1 Sportsman's Lane. The bike ride should take around 15-20 minutes depending on your cycling speed.