The red river gorge in the daniel boone national forest, muir valley, and all rrgccowned property which includes miller fork recreational preserve, bald rock recreational preserve, and pendergrassmurray recreational preserve are closed. Its one of the best trails for views and backpacking at red river gorge since it gives you a multitude of lookout points above the gorge next to campsites. R v er ush o ld c n t with an experienced river runner or ranger before attempting river running. I didnt see any hornets at the entrance but my friend did manage to be stung by somethingit appeared more wasp like while searching for firewood around the exit of the second pine forest. After a little back and forth debate, we settled on hansons point. Ive only been doing serious hiking in the rrg for about a year and a half and part of that was out of commission due to ankle injury, so i still have a lot of exploring to do everyones comments have helped me prioritize where i need to go next. A ridgetop trail to an amazing overlook in the heart of the red river gorge. Another trail that shows the diversity of the gorge.
Kentuckys red river gorge indian staircase todd the hiker. The most common way to get to the red river gorge is to take the bert t. With nursing school ramping up and my free time slowly dwindling away, i needed an adventure. The river it spans appears green from the reflection of the mossy rocks and trees overhead. The red river gorge is a unique and scenic natural area within the daniel boone national forest in eastern kentucky roughly one hour east of lexington. Hansons point spur running trail, campton, kentucky. Hansons point spur trail red river gorge geological. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround.
Hansons point to grays arch loop at sunrise kentucky hiker. With a pixel resolution of 5foot, this is the most. Stop by red river gorge national geological area for authentic kentucky hospitality. With no idea where my life was heading, not having a clue what career path to take and feeling i had to appease everyone else, i struggled. From the intersection head west on rough trail for a few dozen yards to a point just before the trail switches back and begins a steep descent. A camper who appears to have fallen off a cliff in red river gorge was found dead by a search and rescue team tuesday. Hiking to hansons point in red river gorge hikingrrg. Includes trails, roads, streams, recreation areas, clifty wilderness and other boundaries. From the parking lot of the junior williamson rest area in slade, turn left north on ky 11, drive 0. This makes red river gorge a visually impressive hiking area, as well as one of the worlds top rock climbing destinations.
Archaeological studies are providing insight into the lives of prehistoric people who lived in the gorge. Hiking trails range from less than a half mile long and easy terrain to strenuous overnight trips, but there is a trail to appeal to all ability levels. Welcome to the red, the best kept family vacation secret this side of the mississippi. To the right another unmarked trail heads into a rough patch of woods. On saturday well hike to grey s arch, doing the little miniloo.
Book a cozy cabin in the woods and forge family memories that your kids will treasure forever. Jun 07, 2018 in this episode we head to the red river gorge on an expedition to find hanson s point. First this trail is at red river gorge national geological area not at natural bridge state park. Red river gorgegrays archhansons point loop meetup. Explore unique restaurants, attractions and outdoors adventures. We are both trail guides here at hiking red river gorge and wanted to go somewhere we hadnt been recently. Hiking hiking in the red river gorge is predominately done on established trails within the daniel boone national forest.
Local media reports name the deceased as max suffridge, of louisville. Join the crew as we revisit the red river gorge for 3 days of hiking, hammock camping and backpacking in kentucky. The hike to pinch em tight and hansons point is among the easiest five mile out and. The river it spans appears green from the reflection of. See links above for more details about each climbing area. Red river gorge hiking trail information for red river gorge. Since the release of the lidar point cloud data for daniel boone national forest, we have been excited to start the project.
An unmarked trail signifies that part or all of the trail will be on. Nov 20, 2012 hiking kentucky s red river gorge is the definitive guide to trails in the red river gorge geologic area, natural bridge state park, and clifty wilderness. Bear right as you cross the knob and follow the narrowing ridge to an exposed and rocky point. Public river access primiti ve campsite p d the degree of difficulty w il v ary f om p d t rapid and with water level. Mike decided to go on an overnight trip in the red river gorge. The hike to hansons point is stellar, and it ends with one of the best overlooks in kentuckys red river gorge. Backpacking hansons point red river gorge, kentucky the. At only 2 12 hours from my house in ohio, it s a quick and simple drive to some of the most dramatic scenery in the east. Many consider these ten hikes to be among the best at the red river gorge trails. Wildcat trail swift camp creek trail rough trail sheltowee trace bison way trail. The hike to hanson s point is stellar, and it ends with one of the best overlooks in kentuckys red river gorge.
This is our favorite website for comprehensive and detailed hiking information in the red river gorge, ky. I did an overnighter with a newbie at red river gorge. Youll follow along the ridge, enjoying the regrowth of the tree canopy and some views of the red river gorge. Jan 22, 2015 a hike 6 miles along the pinch em tight and rough trails, which encompass parts of the larger sheltowee trace. Hikes we love in the red river gorge, ky southeast. A gorgeous fullcolor map that shows forest canopy cover. Those who are going to rrg and want hanson s point information if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Ive wanted to camp at hansons point since i first went out there. These are what we consider the best hikes in red river gorge. This trail network also ties in with the sheltowee trace national recreation trail, a 257mile pathway that runs the length of the national forest. This summer we are planning an update to our popular red river gorge trail map. Kentuckys first national wild and scenic river, the red river, offers the canoeist a memorable trip. Sep 06, 2016 with no plans for the 2016 labor day weekend, sarah and i mike decided to go on an overnight trip in the red river gorge. It too felt different from the other trails in the gorge.
Ive only been doing serious hiking in the rrg for about a year and a half and part of that was out of commission due to ankle injury, so i still have a lot of exploring to do everyone s comments have helped me prioritize where i need to go next. Top 5 gorgeous trails in the red river gorge, kentucky. Hinterlands unofficial hiking in kentuckys red river gorge. Swift camp creek chimney top creek various arches red river indian staircase. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Many of the most scenic trails in the gorge are unofficial. The trail will open up shortly and run through open woods. Those who are going to rrg and want hansons point information if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Red river gorge backpacking guide 3d map outragegis mapping. National natural landmarks national natural landmarks u. Those who are going to rrg and want hansons point information.
Red river gorge zipline 455 cliffview road, campton, ky 41 red river gorge retreats 1890 natural bridge rd, slade, ky 40376 callie s lake and campground in red river gorge 5515 campton rd, stanton, ky 40380 red river gorge campground 2270 star gap rd. Hansons point spur trail red river gorge geological area, ky. An interesting way to enter the red river gorge is through the 900foot nada tunnel, located along ky 77. With over 100 natural sandstone arches, deep forests, and ancient rock shelters, the red river gorge, located in daniel boone national forest, has earned a reputation as one of. This is a new river gorge climbing map 200 kb, showing the points of interest to rock climbers in the bridge area around the canyon rim visitor center. It s said that hanson s point is the best view of the gorge, and possiably all of kentucky. The red river gorge national geological area in kentucky is by far one of my favorite places to hike and camp. Hiking to hansons point in red river gorge youtube.
The red river gorge is located about an hour southeast from lexington, kentucky. Jun 30, 2016 these 10 challenging trails in red river gorge are perfect for hikers seeking adventure. One of the nations special natural areas, red river gorge offers stone arches, caves, cliffs, ravines, and waterflows. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from april until september. Mountain bikes and all motorized vehicles are prohibited on trails in the red river gorge. After a moderate distance, it passes through another section of stunted pines and sporadic deadfall before exiting into open forest again. Red river gorge zipline 455 cliffview road, campton, ky 41 red river gorge retreats 1890 natural bridge rd, slade, ky 40376 callies lake and campground in red river gorge 5515 campton rd, stanton, ky 40380 red river gorge campground 2270 star gap rd. Red river gorge trail map pdf or in the red river gorge and indian creek areas north read content of pdf file in asp net of ky 15 must display a permit. I am not going to vote, since i have not yet made it to all the places on the list. Red river gorge cabin rentals is currently offering 20% off. Hansons point spur hiking trail, campton, kentucky hiking project. Combs mountain parkway and get off at exit 33 at the tiny town of slade. At only 2 12 hours from my house in ohio, its a quick and simple drive to some of the most dramatic scenery in the east.
These 10 challenging trails in red river gorge are perfect for hikers seeking adventure. Eagle point buttress in the upper gorge region, red river gorge, kentucky. Ive wanted to camp at hanson s point since i first went out there. Located about 45 minutes southeast of lexington, kentucky, and an easy two to twoandahalf hour drive from cincinnati, ohio, red river gorge is a popular hiking and rock climbing destination in the western foothills of the appalachian mountains. Photo credit, leah nystrom and he jesus said to them, come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while. The book showcases 25 of the best hikes in the gorge, as well as a backofbook bonus on nearby trails. Pinchem tight ridge loop hiking trail, campton, kentucky. Grays arch is one of the most popular destinations in red river gorge. A hike 6 miles along the pinch em tight and rough trails, which encompass parts of the larger sheltowee trace. This is a short, quick and easy loop and obviously popular. With over 100 natural sandstone arches, deep forests, and ancient rock shelters, the red river gorge, located in daniel boone national forest, has earned a reputation as one of the most beautiful places in kentucky. The backpacking potion is moderate as the trail to hansens point is relatively flat with very few. The trail will open up shortly and hike through open woods.
Please note, several of these hikes are a combination of 2 or more smaller hikes or walks that leave from the same general area or can easily be combined. The last weekend in january is usually full of winter snow, ice, cold gusts, and the desire to be inside with hot chocolate, but with this unusual warm winter i. Designated as a national natural landmark, a national wild and scenic river, and a national geological area, the landscape of this part of kentucky offers scenic, natural, and recreation experiences. Easily one of the best hikes at red river gorge, this loop will give you an easy sunrise hike with. Hansons p oint spur trail at red river gorge national geological area in stanton, kentucky is an easy 1. These 10 challenging trails in red river gorge are perfect. This pdf contains quite a bit of information and you are welcome to print it out. Take a look at this amazing map to plan your next outing. Daniel boone national forest red river gorge geological area. The site also supports an extremely diverse flora, including endemic, rare and relict species.
Instead of sitting behind the wheel of life in full control with rock n roll blasting out of the speakers, i boarded a bus with somebody else driving and i tagged along for the ride. On saturday well hike to greys arch, doing the little miniloo. Many of the hikes listed above are outlined in detail on this website. The red river gorge has the highest concentration of rock arches east of the rock mountains over 100. Clean and comfy lodging in the red river gorge kentucky. On this route and the alternative longer route, visitors arrive at one of red river gorges most spectacular arches. This trail network also ties in with the sheltowee trace national recreation trail, a 257mile pathway that runs the length of the national forest and extends through the gorge into tennessee. In the peak season grays arch can be busy, we have seen wedding parties and countless families and friends enjoying this feature. Backpacking hansons point red river gorge, kentucky. Red river gorge, daniel boone national forest, kentucky, usa. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. We will be heading down friday and car camping somewhere in close proximity to the grays arch parking area. Hikes we love in the red river gorge, ky southeast mountain.
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