What outdoor activities can I enjoy near Lexington?

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You can enjoy pedal boats, kayaking, lake fishing, and walking trails at Jacobson Park, just 20 minutes from Lexington. There are also a number of Hipcamps and other campgrounds in the surrounding area. The famed Kentucky Horse Park is also close by, just 20 minutes’ drive away on the other side of the city outskirts.

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