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TAKE PART IN OUTDOOR RECREATION YEAR ROUND WITH
JEFFERSON COUNTY’S PARKS AND TRAIL SYSTEMS.

Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge Crystal Beach Swimming Pool Hargan-Matthews Park (Vaughn
(US 421): A 50,000-acre nature (Vaughn Drive/between Broadway Drive/West): This newly designed,
preserve that is publicly accessible & Elm): Open Memorial Day to riverboat-themed, community-
from mid-April through November. Labor Day, Madison’s municipal driven park is accessible to all
They have a variety of educational swimming pool is the highlight of children.
programs and outdoor activities. the summer.
Hatcher Hill Trail (North Walnut):
Bicentennial Park (Vaughn Drive/ Fireman’s Park (Vaughn Drive/ This beautiful hike connects the
West): A 4.3-acre park with an Jefferson): This park overlooks the hilltop and downtown. The trail
amphitheater with free WiFi. This Ohio River and features picnic tables was a collaborative project, earning
park hosts many of the area festivals and a shelter house. national fame by pushing Madison
and special events. to the top 8 finalists in the America’s
Gaines Park (Broadway/Fifth): A Best Communities competition
Comfort Station (Main Street/ small park featuring a playground, (2017).
Poplar): City-owned building basketball court, and shelter house.
offers public restrooms, seating, Heritage Trail of Madison (Vaughn
and information for residents and Drive/Vernon): This scenic, paved
tourists. path stretches 1.4 miles between
Madison’s hilltop and downtown.
Parking is available by Madison
State Hospital and at the intersection
of Vernon and Vaughn Drive.

Jaycee Park (Vaughn Drive/
Madison-Milton Bridge): This
playground features a shelter house,
playground, cornhole, and sand
volleyball along the riverfront.
New restrooms are slated for
construction.

John Paul Park (West Third/Vine):
This historic park features a baseball
diamond and a shady lawn with a
gazebo.

Kiwanis Park (Vaughn Drive/
Broadway): Kiwanis Park features a
softball field on the riverfront.

Krueger Lake (Ordnance Drive):
This county park is a day-use
recreation area with fishing,
picnicking, and mushrooming. Fish
population includes large-mouthed
bass, bluegill, and channel catfish.

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