This area is considered the Arches of the east with over 150 natural rock arches being found in the area. This list includes trail maps via National Park Service & AllTrails. For 30% off your first year of AllTrails+ or Peak, Please visit: bit.ly/45YjRsd. I highly recommend AllTrails+ or Peak for the downloadable maps + offline navigation + SOS capabilities in case of emergency.
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Recreate Responsibly
Easy Trails
Moderate Trails
Places To Stay
Places To Eat
Other Things To Do
Recreate Responsibly
Here are some tips that will help protect not only yourself, but the wildlife whom resides where you're adventuring
A set of principles to help minimize human impact in the outdoors
7 Principles - Leave No Trace
Helpful information to have whether you’re front country or backcountry hiking/camping!
Catholes: Proper Disposal of Human Waste
Easy Trails
These easy trails are great for any skill level
This trail is one of the popular in the area and has limited parking and recommend visiting during off-peak seasons!
Sky Bridge Trail, Kentucky
This 0.6 mile out and back is rated easy with only 88 feet of elevation gain and an average of 20 minutes to complete!
Angel Windows Trail, Kentucky
2.2 Mile out and back with 300 feet of elevation gain taking roughly an hour to complete. This ones on my list to visit next time we're in the area!
Devils Market House Arch Trail, Kentucky - 418 Reviews, Map
This loop trail is roughly 1.5 miles in length with a little over 300 feet of elevation gain
Rock Bridge Trail, Kentucky
Moderate Trails
Try these if you're looking for more of a challenge!
This trail is roughly 5 miles in length with around 600 feet of elevation gain and takes roughly two hours to complete
Double Arch Trail, Kentucky
This loop trail is a little over 6 miles long with just over 1,000 feet of elevation gain
Double Arch, Courthouse Rock and Auxier Ridge Loop, Kentucky
This one was one of our favorites. 2.5 miles in length with roughly 300 feet of elevation gain
Gray's Arch Trail, Kentucky
This one is more of a half day adventure. 5.6 Miles in distance with almost 800 feet of elevation gain
Star Gap and Skyview Arch Trail, Kentucky
Places To Stay
From campsites to short term rentals, find the right lodging for your style/price range here
Pizza and camping? What more could you want?
climbers camping BESIDES MIGUELS PIZZA & ROCK CLIMBING
This is where we stayed on our most recent trip and loved the location + hot tub. The interior & exterior design & seating made it really easy to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the world around you. Comfortable beds and relaxing tub in...
Blue Sky Cabin Red River Gorge - Hot Tub Wi-Fi
Stay right in the heart of it all!
Explore | Natural Bridge State Resort Park
Stay in a tree house in Red River Gorge!
Canopy Crew Tree Houses
Places To Eat
Find both casual and find dining here
Great dining option! Don't Forget to grab an Ale-8!
Miguel's Pizza
Menu features local farm to table foods as well as local beer
