Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site

If you and Fido find yourselves in rural central Kentucky, be sure to stop by the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park! The first memorial to the country's 16th president, this pawsome site is a must-see for everyone. While your pup may not be a history buff, they'll definitely appreciate tagging along and sniffing around the park's spacious grounds—so bring the whole family, including four-legged members!

The Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park comprises two units for you and your pooch to explore: the Birthplace Unit, which is located ruffly 2 miles south of Hodgenville, and the Boyhood Home Unit at Knob Creek, which is situated about 10 miles northeast of the Birthplace Unit. At the Birthplace Unit, you and your pup will find the picturesque Memorial Building, which houses the symbolic birth cabin of Abraham Lincoln. Walk up the 56 steps to the Beaux-Arts style structure, and don't forget to take lots of pictures of your furry pal at this historical site. Except for service animals, four-legged visitors aren't allowed inside buildings, so someone from your pawty will have to wait outside with Fido if you'd like to check out the symbolic birth cabin.

The Boyhood Home Unit near Elizabethtown features a replica of the log cabin where Lincoln spent his early childhood. The cabin only serves as an exterior exhibit, but you can take your pooch for a stroll around the farm to get a good feel of what life was like for young Abraham. Don't miss the Overlook Trail for a scenic hike! 

Whether you stick to one unit or explore both, it's impawtant to keep your pup on a 6-foot leash and clean up after them at all times. Both units have picnic areas, so remember to pack some snacks and Fido's favorite treats. Bring your own water to share, and clean-up bags!

For a puptastic day trip with a history lesson, head over to the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park with your doggo!