Yahoo Falls, Yahoo Arch, Markers Arch, and Alum Ford Loop
/This is among the best hikes in Big South Fork that will take you to see Kentucky's tallest waterfall, a pair of gorgeous arches, and finish up with a quiet walk along the river.
Read MoreThis is among the best hikes in Big South Fork that will take you to see Kentucky's tallest waterfall, a pair of gorgeous arches, and finish up with a quiet walk along the river.
Read MoreLand Between the Lakes Trail Races is the perfect place to kickoff the running season.
Read MoreThis is a classic hike at Red River Gorge with beautiful views of the gorge, Indian Arch, and Adena Arch along with the fun of scrambling Indian Staircase.
Read MoreThe hike to Double Arch is largely on old Forest Service road with a brief descent to the forest floor before climbing to excellent views inside and above the arches.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreCloudsplitter 100 is among the most difficult trail races in the country. I did the 'fun' run (25K) and enjoyed every last minute of it!
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 was my favorite race, and one that should be on every runner's bucket list. The course was tough, the scenery was magnificent, and it was extremely well organized. This might be the best trail race in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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 MoreThis is an excellent trail race to kickoff the running season with runner-friendly trails, plenty of elevation change, and a distance for every runner.
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 MoreFinding peace and happiness on the trails of Kentucky.