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Come on in, the water’s fine

Take a dip at these bodies of water in and around Louisville
A beach with sunbathers surrounds a lake filled with swimmers.
Nolin Lake opened to the public in 1996. | Photo by Kentucky Tourism
Let’s get real, LOU — it’s been hot lately. And while temps have dipped a bit, it’s still going to be in the low-to-mid 90s for the foreseeable future.

Derby City has plenty of options for those looking to cool off and beat the heat, from public pools + splash pads to rental houses for a more private setting. But sometimes nature calls.

We’ve rounded up five local swimming holes, paddle spots, and lakes within driving distance of Louisville.

Close to home

The Parklands of Floyds Fork
What better spot to break out the kayak, canoe, or paddle board than the string of parks situated south of LOU? There are seven paddle put-ins for boaters and floaters, plus a sprayground in Beckley Creek Park for the little ones.

The Quarry in La Grange
This swimming hole is open five days per week — closed Tuesdays + Wednesdays — from Memorial Day to Labor Day for swimming, scuba diving, beach activities, and concerts. Daily tickets start at $29.99, and season passes are also available.

Let’s make it a day trip

A person casts a reel into a large body of water, catching fish.

You can help beautify Taylorsville Lake this weekend. | Photo by Kentucky Tourism

Each of these lakes is within a two-hour drive of Louisville — so you might need to pack that picnic basket.

Taylorsville Lake
This Spencer County lake is 18.5-miles long and offers boating, swimming, and fishing. Once you’ve cooled off, you can hike a 24-mile trail system and — if you’re lucky — spot a bald eagle.

Rough River Lake
Don’t let the name fool you — the waters of this 5,000-acre lake in south-central Kentucky are plenty smooth enough for recreational fishing, swimming, and boating.

Nolin Lake
We’re not sure what’s cooler: Taking a swim in this 5,795-acre lake or going underground at nearby Mammoth Cave.
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Events
Tuesday, July 2
  • Band of Horses | Tuesday, July 2 | 8 p.m. | Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St., Louisville | $48.50-$81 | “No One’s Gonna Love You” more than this indie band known for the late 2000s albums “Cease to Begin” and “Everything All The Time.”
Wednesday, July 3
  • Soulful Sounds in Louisville | Wednesday, July 3 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Clifton Reception Hall, 2117 Payne St., Louisville | $10 | See this jazzy, R&B couple that’s been featured on HBO and Amazon.
Thursday, July 4
Saturday, July 6
  • Fleur De Flea Vintage Urban Market | Saturday, July 6 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Waterfront Park, 1101 E. River Rd., Louisville | Cost of purchase | Shop 200+ vendors srelling vintage goods, vinyl, antiques, collectibles, curiosities, and more.
Sunday, July 7
  • Board and Bites: A Day of Adventure and Flavor | Sunday, July 7 | 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Waterfront Park, 1101 E. River Rd., Louisville | $179-$199 | Learn to paddleboard and take a tour on the river, followed by a food and history tour of NuLu.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Two motor vehicle branches of the Jefferson County Clerk’s office will close for two weeks later this month to work through a backlog of vehicle license applications. The West Branch (228 Amy Ave.) and Downtown Branch (200 S. 5th St.) will be closed Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 19.
Try This
  • Get your popcorn ready — the Iroquois Amphitheater has released the full list of movies that will be shown at the 86-year-old venue for free this month. They flicks include, “WALL-E,” “Barbie,” “Babe,” and “Say Anything” — leave your boom box at home.
Environment
  • Jefferson Memorial Forest will be the focus of a new study to inspect toxic waste that was dumped there decades ago. The “Valley of the Drums” is a hazardous waste dump that has existed in the forest for decades, but has never been properly cleaned up. (Inside Climate News)
Biz
  • Kentucky’s PBS affiliate KET is moving its offices + production studio to the American Life Building at 471 W. Main St., from 620 W. Main St. The decision was made possible by a $1 million donation from the James Graham Brown Foundation — which also made another notable donation recently.
Number
  • 87,203. That’s how many tons of plastic were collected from residential trash receptacles in Louisville in one year. Mayor Craig Greenberg’s Office of Sustainability has launched Plastic Free July, encouraging Louisvillians + local businesses to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable alternatives.
Sports
  • The Louisville football team is getting ready to level up by appearing in EA Sport’s College Football video game. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Take me to your LEDA

    This new nonprofit organization will help shape Louisville’s economy
    An aerial shot of a downtown street, featuring new and old buildings, an arena, and a bridge.
    The intersection of 2nd and Main Streets in Downtown Louisville is in the heart of the city, near the KFC Yum! Center and Whiskey Row. | Photo via Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
    In case you missed it, on June 29 Mayor Craig Greenberg unveiled the Louisville Economic Development Alliance — aka LEDA.

    The nonprofit organization is part of Greenberg’s Growing Louisville Together Plan, which sets goals for Louisville’s growth over the next 20 years.

    The board of the public-private partnership will be made up of 30 representatives from private business, nonprofits, organized labor, higher education, and local government.

    Here’s a snapshot of what LEDA will do:
    • Lead business attraction and expansion efforts
    • Create a new citywide brand
    • Develop talent
    • Foster small business + entrepreneur development
    LEDA was created based on similar organizations in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Philadelphia.

    The recently passed city budget allotted $1.5 million for operation of LEDA, with an additional $2 million coming from the private sector. This month, LEDA will name an interim CEO and begin a national search to fill the role permanently.
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