Dedicated Dec. 7, 1979, Jesse Stuart State Nature Preserve is 714 acres located in Greenup County. The preserve was acquired through a gift-purchase arrangement with the internationally known author, Jesse Stuart. The area is used for passive recreation and environmental education. The preserve is also a Watchable Wildlife Site.
- Features - hills and hollows made famous in Stuart's writings
- Access - three miles of trail over uneven terrain, moderate
- Facilities - none
- Parking - six cars; one bus
- Activities - hiking, birding, literature study, etc.
- Directions - Greenup County. From the junction of I-64 and KY 1 north of Grayson, follow KY 1 north for 20 miles, turn left onto W-Hollow Road. Drive 1.5 miles to parking area on right side of road.
