Spencer County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Kentucky with a population that has more than doubled what it was just eight years ago. Located just 20 minutes from Louisville, Spencer County offers residents an out-in-the-country experience with all the benefits of a quick commute to the city. Read More...
With so many outdoor activities surrounding 3,050-acre Taylorsville Lake, tourism is big business in Spencer County. Anglers vie for bass, bluegill and crappie while pleasure boaters enjoy miles of pristine shoreline. The Taylorsville Lake Wildlife Management Area surrounds the lake, providing natural habitat and many wildlife viewing opportunities. The Horseman’s Camp at the park offers an added experience for horse lovers who enjoy sleeping under the stars.
Adding to the county’s tourism options, Edgewater Resort offers visitors to Spencer County incredible views and resort-style accommodations. The resort, which is located on a 163-acre tract on a bluff overlooking Taylorsville Lake, features more than 120 cottages and a condominium-style hotel and conference center. Plans to develop an 80-acre sports complex adjacent to the resort are currently under way. The complex will host tournaments and serve as a training ground for pro-athletes and is expected to attract thousands of sports enthusiasts to Spencer County in the coming years.
In addition to tourism, the county is poised for industrial interest as well. The 51-acre Taylorsville Business Park has been completed to welcome new business and industry. The most recent businesses include Permastone, American Concrete, and Weiss Trucking. In addition, possible plans for creating an airport in Spencer County are being considered within the community.
Tanglewood Golf Course is a natural draw for golfers in the area. The pride of the community is recognized with special events held throughout the county. Main Street in Taylorsville offers a farmer’s market in Saturdays in the summer and a series of live musical performances on various summer evenings. The annual arts fair, Kentucky Gourd Show, Light Up Salt River and the Spencer County Homecoming also draw crowds from around the region.
The friendliness, southern hospitality and low crime rate make Spencer County a natural draw for many. And, with the natural beauty of Taylorsville Lake State Resort Park, Spencer County is hard to resist. In addition to the lake, several agricultural venues invite public to understand what farming is really all about, including The Berry Farm, Emmaus Farm, Plum Ridge Alpacas and Covenant Farm. The historic Ashes Creek Schoolhouse and Yates Log Cabin symbolize the rich heritage of the area, reminding us where this growing community began.
Spencer County Schools:
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