Welcome to Meade County
Meade County, Kentucky sits along the Ohio River with a rich heritage of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and small-town charm. Whether you're visiting for the first time or rediscovering what makes this area special, there's plenty to explore.
Things to See & Do
Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area
Hiking, camping, and nature trails
Brandenburg Riverfront Park
Ohio River views, boat ramp, and picnic areas
Doe Valley
Private lake community with golf course
Fort Knox
U.S. Army post and Gold Depository
Meade County Fairgrounds
Annual county fair and community events
Tourism News
Saying Goodbye to the Force of Nature Known as Annie Hamilton Emond
May 22, 2025 [email protected] On May 30th, we say goodbye to the tourism tornado, Annie Hamilton Emond. After six years of turning Meade County into a destination, a brand, and a weird in all the right ways destination, Annie is off to chase new adventures. Let’s be honest, no one will ever market Meade County… The post Saying Goodbye to the Force of Nature Known as Annie Hamilton Emond appeared first on Meade County Area Chamber .
Meade County Tourism Announcement
Back to Blog April 24, 2025 [email protected] Due to the overwhelming increase in fireworks costs, Meade County Tourism will not be hosting a Fourth of July event this year. With a limited budget and the rising expense—now a minimum of $25,000 just for fireworks alone, not including the many additional costs involved—we must make the… The post Meade County Tourism Announcement appeared first on Meade County Area Chamber .
Welcome to the new Meade County Tourism Website
Back to Blog February 13, 2025 [email protected] Well, well, well… look who just stumbled upon the best-kept secret in Kentucky! (Spoiler alert: It’s Meade County.) First things first—welcome to our brand-spankin’-new tourism website! We gave the old one a little glow-up, added some bells and whistles, and made it easier for you to discover all… The post Welcome to the new Meade County Tourism Website appeared first on Meade County Area Chamber .