New overlook opens at Cherokee Park. Where to find it, what you'll see

Parkgoers have a new outlook from which to enjoy the city's most beautiful vistas in Cherokee Park.

Like Baringer Hill , a well-known Cherokee Park landmark, the new Campbell Overlook , which its expansive view, was created in accordance with Frederick Law Olmsted ’s design beliefs in mind.

Improvements to the overlook were funded by a gift made in memory of Christian L. Campbell, by his family: Heather, Amelia and Colleen. The Campbell family lived near the area of Cherokee Park known as Chauffeur's Rest, where the new Campbell Overlook improvements are located.

Heather Campbell told the Courier Journal her late husband loved the proximity to the park and used it regularly for running and spending time in nature with his family.

"We are very thankful to Louisville Parks and Rec