I went with my husband and our 9-year-old son, and it turned out to be one of our favorite summer…read morememories. Everything was clean, well-staffed, and family-friendly. The highlight for me? I went on the water slide, first time ever being on one. I was absolutely terrified and ended up screaming the whole way down -- loud enough that people were laughing and saying they could hear me from where they were It was hilarious and totally worth it. My son loved every minute, and seeing him smile and splash around made the day even more special.

My kids had a great time. We got to spend all day out there and the food was actually really good…read more I take them all the time. Thanks for everything guys. Y'all keep up the good work.

When most people think of amusement parks and coasters in the Kentucky area, they either think of…read moreKentucky Kingdom or the out of state parks Holiday World, Kings Island, or Dollywood. But while Beech Bend isn't as nearly as well known or have as high profile coasters as those parks, it shouldn't be ignored. This is because Beech Bend has an excellent thrilling coaster in Kentucky Rumbler, which is a relatively smooth wooden coaster that is filled with a mix of forces and airtime that will make you want to go on it again and again. Additionally, Beech Bend has some very interesting flat rides you generally only see at fairs, but here you ride them over and over again instead of having to pay per ride. Plus, admission is quite affordable, especially if you buy it in advance, and parking is free, so Beech Bend will not set you back a lot. With that in mind, Beech Bend, while it lacks the high profile coasters of the parks that surround it, is a nice, charming, and affordable small park that should not be missed if you are in the area.

When I see such mixed reviews on a place, I feel obligated to give a honest and detailed review…read more This was written in June 2023. Prices to get in the amusement/water park are $44.99 plus tax for anyone over 48" but there are a few offers that can get you in cheaper. I strongly suggest using a discount, as this park is not worth the full price. You are allowed to bring one water bottle per person and you should because there are limited areas of shade. The two star review is because of the following: First, like many of the prior reviews have stated, the rides are old, unkept, and rickety. A few are even dangerous. The Wild Mouse gave me a bruised leg and sore neck. The main attraction for thrill seekers is the Kentucky Rambler, which was closed when we were there. There were other rides closed too. Second, most of the snack huts were closed. The lines at the opened concessions were long and moved slow. Of course food is overpriced too. I would recommend bringing your lunch/snacks in a cooler and going outside the park for eating. They allow you to go and come with a stamp. There are shaded picnic tables outside the park if you bring your lunch. You can't bring coolers of food inside. Third, the park is overrun with tweens and teens. Ages 12 and up are allowed in without an adult. My 9 year old son rode the bumper cars and got bumped really hard by a unsupervised teenager. I was worried he may have gotten whiplash. Fourth, our experience with the staff was pleasant and the only reason we gave 2 stars instead of 1 star. The staff enforced the rules and took their jobs seriously. Many of them joked around with my son. In conclusion, if you are an area tween or teen with a season pass, this park may be worthwhile. If you have kiddos under 5 years old, there are a number of kiddie rides that are safe enough. The water park also has a nice little kids section. The free parking and free sunscreen is a plus. If you arrive when they open, lines for rides aren't long, especially on weekdays. Again, if you pay full price for your tickets and don't bring your own food, you will probably be disappointed. However, if you pack food and get a discount, you may be able to enjoy yourself if you fancy low budget fair rides. I recommend Holiday World, about an hour from Beech Bend, it's well worth the drive. Holiday World is clean and the rides are safe. If you go to Holiday World in May, your tickets would be cheaper than Beech Bend.

My wife and I have been coming here for 20 years, bringing our children here through out the years…read more I'm not gonna be petty or try not to about all the little things to complain about, but for the love of god can you please correct the bathrooms by the wave pool! The smell is horrendous, at first I just thought ok they need to repair something.. but it's been like this for the past several years now!! Each year it's the same thing! On a windy day, trying to lay out or eat by the wave pool is a consistent smell of sh-t! Another thing is you want to charge the high prices for food, I get it.. but please have some type of management looking after the concessions, more so the people working them! Waiting in line as long as you do is ridiculous! There seems to be extra people working behind the counter but you might only have 1,2 out of 7 actually working, and then the sense of urgency is definitely not there! They need management to manage the employees

I visited Nashville Shores with my family on July 26, 2025. They need to hire more people. The fact…read morethat they only had one or two people working the concession stands. The lines were so long that we found ourselves standing in line to place an order for over an hour. Then we had to step to the side and wait an additional 40 minutes or more for the food because it was only one or two people working the stands. The ground is uneven and I feel and scarred my knees and elbow. I went to the First Aid building and told them. They were great and friendly. They wrapped me up, but that should have never happened. They still do not have a sign near the restrooms and wave pool where I feel saying "Watch Your Step" or "Incline."

First time here for niece birthday. If you don't show up early (before the gate opens) you'll…read morelikely not get a semi shady spot and have to sit directly in the sun as there is minimal shade. Although small, it is a fun park for the family to splash around and expel energy which kids need.

This is the second time we got kicked out while only being there for 30 minutes somebody took a…read moredump in the pool this time and the first time someone's kid threw up in the pool we had plans to stay today for 3 hours but like last time we were kicked out due to someone pooping in the pool

Great job East Port Marina!!…read more We had a great burger special tonight on the dock. The server / staff and view were fantastic.... It was well worth the drive and I look forward to a return visit soon for the Friday all you can eat fish fry.... Way to go and we will see you on our next trip from Cincinnati!

Friendly service and excellent boats! Had a wonderful time on dale hallow lake please book with…read morethem and get the lady Liberty houseboat! So much fun.