Some of the most preferred outdoor sports and nature spots in Louisville are:

Iroquois Park: The rugged terrain of this park provides the much needed challenge for hiking and outdoor enthusiasts.  There are many hotels nearIroquois Park that offer fantastic accommodation, some of these are- Best Western Dixie Inn, Value Place Louisville CP, Comfort Inn Louisville, Rodeway Inn Louisville and Value Place Louisville CP etc.

Cherokee Park: A relatively less hilly expanse of land which also has vast open spaces and woods to be enjoyed.

Rockcastle River: A perfect place for kayakers to enjoy the rapids. This river makes its way through the Kentucky-Tennessee state lines.

Big South Fork National River: Rated as one of the best white-water rafting places in the United States, this place is a favorite with water sport enthusiasts.

Mammoth Cave National Park: The longest caves in the world can be found at the Mammoth Cave National Park which is especially preferred by true nature explorers.