Morning at Pineville Overlook

Map of Pineville Overlook Hike, Pine Mountain State Resort Park

Elevation Profile of Pineville Overlook Hike

Overview. I like to be out in nature with the fewest number of manmade structures in view - and that’s why mornings are the best time to head out to an overlook like this. Normally, the small town of Pineville dominates the view, but with morning fog in the valley, the viewshed becomes all natural.

Route Type | Out and Back
Total Distance | 0.1 miles
Overall Difficulty | Easy
Map of Pine Mountain State Resort Park

GPS Waypoints
Trailhead | 36.754328, -83.703794
Pineville Overlook | 36.754636, -83.703289

Trailhead. This walk leaves from the top of Pine Mountain at the end of the Chained Rock Parking Lot. [map]

Trail navigation. Find the trailhead at the end of the parking lot and follow the very short trail out to the overlook and back.

CAUTION - Poisonous snakes. Timber rattlesnakes and copperheads can be found in the region. Stay alert on the trail, as snakes are commonly found taking in the warmth of the trail. Give them a wide berth or wait for them to move off the trail.

CAUTION - Bears. Black bears are growing in number throughout Eastern Kentucky. Be sure to follow bear safety precautions. [Be Bear Aware by US Forest Service]

Viewing Platform at Pineville Overlook, Pine Mountain State Resort Park

Morning Views West from Pineville Overlook, Pine Mountain State Resort Park