The hike to Pinch 'em Tight and Hanson's Point offers one of the best panoramic views in Red River Gorge. It's an easy 5.5 mile hike over mostly flat ridgelines. All you'll need are some basic navigation skills.
Read MoreThis 'drive-up' hike provides iconic views of Red River Gorge - and at dawn or dusk, it's nothing short of spectacular.
Read MoreThis is a quiet, enjoyable hike that includes a large rock shelter, Creation Falls, Rock Bridge Arch, and a dozen or more species of mushrooms.
Read MoreThis is a beautiful loop hike in Clifty Wilderness that offers a quiet walk in the woods along Swift Camp Creek and a short spur to Angel Windows - a pair of highly accessible arches.
Read MoreThis is the long way around to Indian Staircase, but it's a beautiful hike with excellent views and some special sights. Beware, however, as the scramble down Indian Staircase is nerve-wracking and dangerous.
Read MoreThis is a hike for hikers! The Gladie Creek Loop features a long walk through the forest, a pair of water crossings, a section of rocky footing similar to the AT, two waterfalls, and a look at Tower Rock.
Read MoreRock Bridge Arch is at the top of the list for easy, beautiful hikes in the Red River Gorge Area. You'll enjoy seeing this unique arch, Creation Falls, and if it's warm, a little time on the beach as well.
Read MoreThis short, but somewhat strenuous hike yields outstanding views of both Cumberland and Eagle Falls at Cumberland State Resort Park. We hiked it in the Spring and the water didn't disappoint.
Read MoreThis is a nice, half-day hike through Clifty Wilderness where you can enjoy quiet solitude over some pretty easy terrain. We spent some time picking through Salt Branch for arrowheads to round out the day.
Read MorePebble Beach Trail is a short hike with views of popular climbing routes in Red River Gorge. On any given weekend, you can see climbers doing their work and marvel at their strength.
Read MoreThis short hike will take you off established trails and up to Wolfpen Arch where you'll notice a different geological story to this arch compared to others in Red River Gorge.
Read MoreThe Red Loop at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary is an easy, beautiful hike with an overlook of Kentucky River that is outstanding.
Read MoreThis short hike will take you to Whittleton Arch and along a short section of Kentucky's longest trail, the Sheltowee Trace. We like to hike this while killing time waiting for Miguel's to changeover to lunch.
Read MoreAuxier Ridge is one of the most popular hikes in Red River Gorge thanks to its phenomenal views and easy access. This is the short hike - though longer options exist.
Read MorePine Mountain Trail offers glorious vistas and a great backpacking opportunity with challenging trails, excellent shelters every 8 to 12 miles, and plenty of wildlife - like the 5 black bears we saw on our hike.
Read MoreThe three bridges hike at Carter Caves State Park will take you to three impressive arches with one among the largest in Kentucky. At only 4.5 miles in length, this hike can be enjoyed by all and is great anytime of the year.
Read MoreThis is a great hike for all ages and is particularly beautiful during Spring wildflower season. Following Whittleton Branch, there’s plenty of opportunity to explore the water and the arch offers a fun scramble to the top.
Read MoreThis is one of a handful of ‘drive-up’ hikes available at Red River Gorge. It has a classic arch and a beautiful view overlooking the gorge.
Read MoreThis is a nice way to enjoy a half day at Natural Bridge State Park, home to Kentucky’s largest natural arch. Rather than taking the Original Trail with its steep ascent to the top, this hike spread out the elevation gain while including a nice walk in the woods along Hood’s Branch.
Read MoreOf all the hikes I’ve done, this is among the most memorable. It was our first sunset on Auxier Ridge, and we got super lucky with the clouds. Having been overcast for nearly the entire day, the sun broke below the clouds and above the next ridgeline - providing a spectacular sunset!
Read MoreFinding peace and happiness on the trails of Kentucky.
