Tracy's Guidebook- Red River Gorge
Sightseeing
Guided boat/kayak/SUP tours in underground cave
2478 Glencarin Rd, Rogers, KY 41365
https://www.gorgeunderground.com/
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Gorge Underground
2478 Glencarin RdGuided boat/kayak/SUP tours in underground cave
2478 Glencarin Rd, Rogers, KY 41365
https://www.gorgeunderground.com/
Hike the scenic trail to Natural Bridge or ride the skylift. You can even choose a combo and hike up the trail with a skylift back down or vice versa. 2135 Natural Bridge Rd.
Slade, KY 40376 https://parks.ky.gov/slade/parks/resort/natural-bridge-state-resort-park
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Natural Bridge State Resort Park
2135 Natural Bridge RdHike the scenic trail to Natural Bridge or ride the skylift. You can even choose a combo and hike up the trail with a skylift back down or vice versa. 2135 Natural Bridge Rd.
Slade, KY 40376 https://parks.ky.gov/slade/parks/resort/natural-bridge-state-resort-park
Drive through the historic 900 foot long Nada Tunnel to get to this popular hiking trail.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Auxier+Ridge+Trailhead/@37.8201622,-83.6808503,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x49d5ae117a551b24!8m2!3d37.8201622!4d-83.6808503
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Auxier Ridge Trailhead
Tunnel Ridge RoadDrive through the historic 900 foot long Nada Tunnel to get to this popular hiking trail.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Auxier+Ridge+Trailhead/@37.8201622,-83.6808503,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x49d5ae117a551b24!8m2!3d37.8201622!4d-83.6808503
Creation Falls via Rock Bridge Trail is a 1.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Campton, Kentucky that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Creation+Falls/@37.769436,-83.5614739,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xb52e598797f9cf2!8m2!3d37.769436!4d-83.5614739
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Creation Falls
Creation Falls via Rock Bridge Trail is a 1.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Campton, Kentucky that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Creation+Falls/@37.769436,-83.5614739,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xb52e598797f9cf2!8m2!3d37.769436!4d-83.5614739
Jump Rock is primarily a location where people go to swim and jump off of a rather large rock protruding from the Red River. The easiest way to access it is by parking in the Sheltowee Trace Suspension Bridge gravel parking lot off of KY 715
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/kentucky/sheltowee-trace-red-river-gorge
Sheltowee Trace Suspension Bridge Swimming Area
45 KY-715Jump Rock is primarily a location where people go to swim and jump off of a rather large rock protruding from the Red River. The easiest way to access it is by parking in the Sheltowee Trace Suspension Bridge gravel parking lot off of KY 715
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/kentucky/sheltowee-trace-red-river-gorge
Over the last 10 years there has been a dramatic increase of climbers in the area. Climbing here in the Gorge is for all levels of climbers. First timers to experts can find the perfect challenge. In the Red River Gorge/Slade area there are three hot-spot climbing locations including, The Red River Gorge Geological Area, Muir Valley, and the Pendergrass-Murray Recreational Preserve. For a list of rock climbing guides visit http://www.redrivergorgeguide.com/rock-climbing.html
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Muir Valley Nature Preserve and Climbing Area
48 Muir RdOver the last 10 years there has been a dramatic increase of climbers in the area. Climbing here in the Gorge is for all levels of climbers. First timers to experts can find the perfect challenge. In the Red River Gorge/Slade area there are three hot-spot climbing locations including, The Red River Gorge Geological Area, Muir Valley, and the Pendergrass-Murray Recreational Preserve. For a list of rock climbing guides visit http://www.redrivergorgeguide.com/rock-climbing.html
Why spend your Saturday on the couch? Starting May 29th Back from COVID , Every Saturday evening, Hoe Down Island hosts its famous "Natural Bridge Hoedown dance" with a mixture of Line Dancing, Square dancing and Clogging. It's an evening of family fun for all ages. Join us on Saturday evenings from May to Oct at Hoedown Island . The warm-up dance starts at 6:30 pm and the regular dance program begins at 7:30 pm. Admission is $3.00/person (ages 12 & under are free).
https://www.hoedownisland.com/events/
Middle Fork Campground
2135 Natural Bridge RoadWhy spend your Saturday on the couch? Starting May 29th Back from COVID , Every Saturday evening, Hoe Down Island hosts its famous "Natural Bridge Hoedown dance" with a mixture of Line Dancing, Square dancing and Clogging. It's an evening of family fun for all ages. Join us on Saturday evenings from May to Oct at Hoedown Island . The warm-up dance starts at 6:30 pm and the regular dance program begins at 7:30 pm. Admission is $3.00/person (ages 12 & under are free).
https://www.hoedownisland.com/events/
Find a climbing experience like no other on the Red River Gorge’s only Via Ferrata! This climbing path spans ¾ of a mile of rugged sandstone cliff line, equipped with cables to clip into, and iron hand- and foot-rungs just where you need them to hold onto and step on.
*Must be 10 years of age or older to participate
https://southeastmountainguides.com/via-ferrata/#
https://southeastmountainguides.com/
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Southeast Mountain Guides
1617 KY-11Find a climbing experience like no other on the Red River Gorge’s only Via Ferrata! This climbing path spans ¾ of a mile of rugged sandstone cliff line, equipped with cables to clip into, and iron hand- and foot-rungs just where you need them to hold onto and step on.
*Must be 10 years of age or older to participate
https://southeastmountainguides.com/via-ferrata/#
https://southeastmountainguides.com/
Zoom along 5 different ziplines ranging from comfortable cruise to high flying thrills.
https://www.redrivergorgezipline.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAvOeQBhBkEiwAxutUVFKjU99yLuWkd2WBZp769sXfjrnyZJ3Cnty2B_UErrN3sCEY0MpGCBoCTnYQAvD_BwE
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Red River Gorge Zipline
455 Cliffview RdZoom along 5 different ziplines ranging from comfortable cruise to high flying thrills.
https://www.redrivergorgezipline.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAvOeQBhBkEiwAxutUVFKjU99yLuWkd2WBZp769sXfjrnyZJ3Cnty2B_UErrN3sCEY0MpGCBoCTnYQAvD_BwE
Offering a 2-hour guided tour on horseback through the most beautiful and historic areas in Red River Gorge.
https://whispervalleytrails.com/
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Whisper Valley Trails
5819 KY-52Offering a 2-hour guided tour on horseback through the most beautiful and historic areas in Red River Gorge.
https://whispervalleytrails.com/
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad Place
Slade, KY 40376
https://www.kyreptilezoo.com/joomla/index.php/en-us/
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Kentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad PlKentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad Place
Slade, KY 40376
https://www.kyreptilezoo.com/joomla/index.php/en-us/
Offering Classes, Events and Nature Trips for Children
https://www.redoaksforestschool.org/calendar
Red Oaks Forest School
Punkin Hollow RoadOffering Classes, Events and Nature Trips for Children
https://www.redoaksforestschool.org/calendar
Explore and walk around the lake for a quiet morning or afternoon. Boat, Fish or Swim. There are "no swimming" signs posted ever since there was a drowning at the lake a few years ago. The signs are just posted for liability purposes and not enforced. People do still swim at this lake. Fishing license required in KY.
Campton Lake
Explore and walk around the lake for a quiet morning or afternoon. Boat, Fish or Swim. There are "no swimming" signs posted ever since there was a drowning at the lake a few years ago. The signs are just posted for liability purposes and not enforced. People do still swim at this lake. Fishing license required in KY.
Shelf Waterfall and this swimming hole is located right down the street from Miguel’s Pizza. There is a beautiful, shallow waterfall that flows into the swimming hole at the bottom. Check out the waterfall, and then head down to take a dip!
Q88G+5W, Pine Ridge, KY 41360
Mill Creek Lake, Kentucky 41360, i-United States
Shelf Waterfall and this swimming hole is located right down the street from Miguel’s Pizza. There is a beautiful, shallow waterfall that flows into the swimming hole at the bottom. Check out the waterfall, and then head down to take a dip!
Q88G+5W, Pine Ridge, KY 41360
Go on an adventure to the Red River Gorge with a guided tour in a fun and easy-to-drive UTV. Take in the stunning scenery while traveling up to 20 miles, making stops to see caves, forests, and fantastic mountain views. All drivers must be 16 years or older with a valid driver's license.
Out The Top Adventures
Go on an adventure to the Red River Gorge with a guided tour in a fun and easy-to-drive UTV. Take in the stunning scenery while traveling up to 20 miles, making stops to see caves, forests, and fantastic mountain views. All drivers must be 16 years or older with a valid driver's license.
Forgot something at home.....
If you can't find what you're looking for at the local grocery store (Save A Lot) or the nearby Ace Hardware store, stop by the Dollar General which is basically right next door to the Save A Lot. They have everything! It's like a mini Wal-Mart!
Dollar General
640 KY-15If you can't find what you're looking for at the local grocery store (Save A Lot) or the nearby Ace Hardware store, stop by the Dollar General which is basically right next door to the Save A Lot. They have everything! It's like a mini Wal-Mart!
Food scene
Nestled in the hills of the Red River Gorge Kentucky. RedPoint BBQ strives to offer locally sourced ingredients and handcrafted food and libations for all. DELICIOUS FOOD! Since opening in the spring of 2021, they have consistently offered a laid back atmosphere paired with an extensive bar and seasonal menu.
Closed in the Winter Months
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
RedPoint Barbeque
Nestled in the hills of the Red River Gorge Kentucky. RedPoint BBQ strives to offer locally sourced ingredients and handcrafted food and libations for all. DELICIOUS FOOD! Since opening in the spring of 2021, they have consistently offered a laid back atmosphere paired with an extensive bar and seasonal menu.
Closed in the Winter Months
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Just on the edge of the Natural Bridge State Park is Miguel's Pizza, a unique outpost for climbing gear and trail-worthy bites. You and your pup will find ample dog-friendly seating at their fifteen outdoor tables. The menu is fairly straightforward. You can choose from their breakfast items in the morning with a selection of omelets, bagels, pancakes, and other staples. For later in the day, Miguel's offers custom pizzas with a long list of meats and vegetables so you can fill up before hitting the trail again. Miguel's Pizza is closed between December 1st and February 24th. When the weather warms up, they are open seven days a week for breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am, and pizza from 11:00am to 9:45pm.
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Miguels Pizza
1890 Natural Bridge RdJust on the edge of the Natural Bridge State Park is Miguel's Pizza, a unique outpost for climbing gear and trail-worthy bites. You and your pup will find ample dog-friendly seating at their fifteen outdoor tables. The menu is fairly straightforward. You can choose from their breakfast items in the morning with a selection of omelets, bagels, pancakes, and other staples. For later in the day, Miguel's offers custom pizzas with a long list of meats and vegetables so you can fill up before hitting the trail again. Miguel's Pizza is closed between December 1st and February 24th. When the weather warms up, they are open seven days a week for breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am, and pizza from 11:00am to 9:45pm.
Offering gourmet hot dogs and quesadillas, burgers, nachos and draft beer. Lunch or dinner, paired with one of several Kentucky draft beers the restaurant offers, hits the spot after a day of hiking, climbing or motorcycling. Don’t miss Tuesday night trivia. The restaurant has live music (see schedule online) and dart boards.
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Sky Bridge Station
8 KY-715Offering gourmet hot dogs and quesadillas, burgers, nachos and draft beer. Lunch or dinner, paired with one of several Kentucky draft beers the restaurant offers, hits the spot after a day of hiking, climbing or motorcycling. Don’t miss Tuesday night trivia. The restaurant has live music (see schedule online) and dart boards.
Ice Cream, Milkshakes, and Coffee right across the street from Sky Bridge Station. The Brick is located on KY-15 in Pine Ridge, near many of the popular hiking trails in Red River Gorge. It makes for a great stop for morning coffee or an afternoon sweet treat and it's on its way to becoming a local favorite.
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The Brick
5412 KY-15Ice Cream, Milkshakes, and Coffee right across the street from Sky Bridge Station. The Brick is located on KY-15 in Pine Ridge, near many of the popular hiking trails in Red River Gorge. It makes for a great stop for morning coffee or an afternoon sweet treat and it's on its way to becoming a local favorite.
Stop in for a warming cup of coffee or tea with homemade baked goods or breakfast sandwiches made at the deli. Serving great lunch sandwiches too. Maybe try one of our delicious smoothies or shakes for a cooling refreshment.
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Daniel Boone Coffee Shop, Deli &Trading Post
769 Natural Bridge RdStop in for a warming cup of coffee or tea with homemade baked goods or breakfast sandwiches made at the deli. Serving great lunch sandwiches too. Maybe try one of our delicious smoothies or shakes for a cooling refreshment.
More Ice Cream - this place has so many flavors to choose from and served at a great price! Attached to a general store selling souvenirs.
Ice Cream Shop at the Red River Gorge General Store
More Ice Cream - this place has so many flavors to choose from and served at a great price! Attached to a general store selling souvenirs.
Family owned, supporting local farmers and artisans, and creating delicious food, in a comfortable and clean environment. Specializing in grass fed burgers, kale & spinach salad, traditional tacos, humongous burritos, tap beer, and wine & bourbon; you're sure to find something to complete your day in the Gorge! Open Seasonally (closed in the winter)
Hours of operation:
Thursday - Sunday
Noon - 9 pm
Red River Rockhouse
Family owned, supporting local farmers and artisans, and creating delicious food, in a comfortable and clean environment. Specializing in grass fed burgers, kale & spinach salad, traditional tacos, humongous burritos, tap beer, and wine & bourbon; you're sure to find something to complete your day in the Gorge! Open Seasonally (closed in the winter)
Hours of operation:
Thursday - Sunday
Noon - 9 pm
Mexican food with full bar and patio seating. Live Music (search online for calendar of events)
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La Cabana Mexican Restaurant
1289 Natural Bridge RdMexican food with full bar and patio seating. Live Music (search online for calendar of events)
Locally owned and operated BBQ spot. Live music (see online events calendar) and draft beer.
918 Natural Bridge Rd.
Slade, KY 40376
Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday – Saturday 11am-9pm
Sunday 11am-8pm
Thatcher Barbecue Company
Locally owned and operated BBQ spot. Live music (see online events calendar) and draft beer.
918 Natural Bridge Rd.
Slade, KY 40376
Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday – Saturday 11am-9pm
Sunday 11am-8pm
Shebrews is a quaint little coffee shop in downtown Campton. It if a wonderful place to meet friends and enjoy one of their many speciality coffee drinks, a sweet treat, or a light meal. Check it out - you won’t be disappointed.
235 Main St
Shebrews is a quaint little coffee shop in downtown Campton. It if a wonderful place to meet friends and enjoy one of their many speciality coffee drinks, a sweet treat, or a light meal. Check it out - you won’t be disappointed.
Sweet Art by Stephanie
110 Main StBakery and Cafe with a full lunch menu
101 Main Street Campton
Save A Lot
719 KY-15This is the nearest Grocery Store!
719 KY-15 S, Campton, KY 41301