Fort Knox,
Kentucky
Your local guide to the home of America's Gold — military heritage, outdoor adventure, community, and small-town charm at the crossroads of I-65.
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Monday, October 26, 2026
Since 1918
Heritage
Home of Fort Knox — America's Gold and the Patton Museum of Leadership.
I-65 & US 31W
Crossroads
Heart of Hardin County, midway between Louisville and Elizabethtown.
Otter Creek
Adventure
Gateway to Otter Creek, Freeman Lake & the Lincoln Heritage Trail.
Est. 1918
Founded
Camp Knox became Fort Knox in 1932 — a century of Army heritage.
Today in Fort Knox
Monday, October 26, 2026
Happening Today
Frightful Family Craft
Teen LEGO League
$2.50 Tuesday
Air Quality
Good
AQI 38 · Safe for outdoor activities
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Featured Local Business
Sakura 17 Japanese Steak House
Food & Dining
A local Japanese restaurant featuring a large menu of sushi, sashimi, hibachi, and teriyaki dishes.
Community Life
Upcoming Events
Heartland Festival — Summer Concert Series
July 18, 2026
6:00 PM
Freeman Lake Park, Elizabethtown
Hardin County Fair
July 23, 2026
9:00 AM
Hardin County Fairgrounds
Radcliff Fall Festival — Heritage Celebration
October 11, 2026
10:00 AM
Downtown Radcliff
Christmas in the Park & Tree Lighting
December 5, 2026
6:00 PM
Saucier Creek Park, Radcliff
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Things To Do in Fort Knox
Military history, trails, waterways, and genuine Kentucky hospitality.
Patton Museum
General George Patton Museum of Leadership — armor, cavalry, and America's military heritage at Fort Knox.
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Otter Creek
Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area — kayaking, fishing, camping, and trails just outside the post.
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Lincoln Birthplace
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park — pioneer heritage minutes from Fort Knox.
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Downtown Radcliff
Local shops, eateries, and community gatherings in the heart of the Fort Knox area.
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Featured Businesses
Blazer's Fun Zone
Entertainment center offering cosmic skating, laser tag, rock climbing, inflatables, arcade, and axe throwing.
1500 Sam Steward Drive, Radcliff, KY 40160
(270) 272-1001
Heartland Golf Club
Public 18-hole golf course located in Elizabethtown.
850 Pine Valley Dr, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Lindsey Golf Course
A scenic 18-hole PGA certified golf course located on the Fort Knox installation.
4024 Bullion Blvd, Fort Knox, KY 40121
(502) 624-2717
Balcombe Recreation Center
Recreation facility for DOD ID card holders with gaming stations, billiards, table tennis, and theater room.
669 Hell on Wheels Ave, Fort Knox, KY 40121
(502) 626-3033
Malibu Jack's Elizabethtown
Indoor theme park with go-karts, laser tag, miniature golf, bowling, and a large arcade.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Xtreme Arcade
Family-friendly entertainment center featuring arcade games, mini golf, axe throwing, and mini bowling.
611 W Poplar St, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 765-2175
Fort Knox Gear, Gifts & Essentials
Curated picks for the Fort Knox community — Army pride apparel, Patton Museum history, Otter Creek outdoor gear, and PCS moving must-haves.
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