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Red River Gorge Geological Area
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lv2cycle
New York City, NY64 contributions
Friends
Red River Gorge Scenic Byway: drive to Stanton then take Rt. 11 south to Nada, bear left onto Rt. 77 toward the Tunnel, which will come up suddenly and without a warning. It only fits one vehicle and, somehow, no collisions with oncoming cars… Continue on the narrow, winding forest road, bearing right onto Rt. 715. Carry on until the visitors center, on right. Have them recommend/discuss hiking trails in the gorgeous natural beauty.
Written May 22, 2022
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Tonia B
Batavia, OH575 contributions
It is very pretty there and the staff was friendly. The trails and not for some one who is not in good shape. I highly recommend taking the chairlift, it was $15.90 for a round trip. The trails where a lot of uneven steps not a lot of hand rails and just very uneven paths.
Written September 15, 2020
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jeffreypendry
Perrysburg, OH86 contributions
Wonderful National Forest full of easy to challenging trails. We did everything from the Natural Bridge (the most famous perhaps) to the "unofficial" Cloud Splitter trail. Pay attention and only park in designated P spots along the main drag that loops around the entire park. The Visitor Complex was closed, due to limited staffing (and I'm sure winter had an impact as well).
Written January 1, 2022
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Donna_Machiya
Zambia313 contributions
Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! I love the mountains and this area has it all. I did not stay but saw plenty of areas for either camping or cabin rentals. I live close but would recommend if you are not to come and stay at least 2 days preferably longer. There is something for everyone. Longer trails for those in shape and without small kids. But plenty to do for every family and fitness group Do the Scenic Drive through Nada tunnel 77 to 715 and around to 15. Beautiful with plenty of places to pull off and have fantastic lookouts. We stopped at the Gladie Visitor which was closed still because of the Covid 19 shutdown, but just beside this is an area that has a cabin and old farm equipment that is open and fun to see. We also chose to do of the shorter hikes. Sky bridge offered wonderful views and you can cross the bridge at the top then go below. The steps down and up was the hardest part of our hike. Then we went to the Chimney top area. Loved the overlook at the end was beautiful the are plenty of places to leave the trail and look out over the cliff but they have no rails and would be dangerous with little ones, but lots of fun for adults. Then after looking out from the top we went to the rock Bridge recreational area. This was the longest hike but was easy and we stopped half way at Creation Falls which is just beside Rock Bridge. The adults and teens took turns checking out the bridge and my 6 year old played in the shallow water and sand. It was a bit of an over cast day and was cool and wonderful. I loved walking through the forest by the river. This was a nice change to looking out over the top. Altogether we hiked 2.5 miles and including the drive, a picnic lunch in the parking area, and play time at Creation Falls we spent about about 6 hours there. Again there are longer hikes but this literary allowed to see different areas at an easy pace. A destination not to be missed.
Written June 22, 2020
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Samantha J
Cincinnati, OH418 contributions
This location has beautiful sceneries. It has fantastic hiking trails that were well marked. Useful to bring boots as the trails may be wet and muddy. There is some water that runs through many of the trails. We went on trail no. 221 and grey's arch trail. Trail no. 221 is an easy trail and Grey's Arch Trail is more intermediate with the hikes upward. But were much more difficult of course with mud and ice but still doable.
Otherwise, there were not many people there and it was easy to avoid crowds. Lovely place to enjoy nature.
Otherwise, there were not many people there and it was easy to avoid crowds. Lovely place to enjoy nature.
Written March 2, 2021
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bcasey1
Plant City, FL1,665 contributions
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We entered through a hand carved one way tunnel through a mountain, then drove and parked throughout the park. We enjoyed it all. From the old cabin and farm tools in a pasture, to the lovely suspension bridge across the river. Walking across then under Princess Arch was a fun, beautiful (and a bit scary) experience. We enjoyed all of our hikes, and outlooks. Chimney Rock view was beautiful . Would highly recommend this park!
Written August 2, 2020
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jloug
Columbus262 contributions
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What a gorgeous place! We hiked the Sky Bridge trail, Chimney Top trail, and the Princess Arch trail with our two dogs. Chimney Top is the easiest - you could do it with a jogging stroller - though there are a few places where it's tight to get by. Sky Bridge was by far our favorite. You get to walk on top of the arch and loop around under the arch. Very cool. It wasn't very long or hard, though there is a stretch with a few flights of stairs in a row. If your dog balks at mesh/wire stairs, skip it.
FYI - leashed dogs are allowed on Red River Gorge trails, but not in the adjacent Natural Bridge State Park.
FYI - leashed dogs are allowed on Red River Gorge trails, but not in the adjacent Natural Bridge State Park.
Written April 4, 2021
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TravelingBum52
United States2,358 contributions
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We did the scenic drive around the red river bend. It was quite exciting and a bit scary at times. The road is very thin and at one point we went through the Nada Tunnel which only fits one car at a time. A must do if you’re in the area. There’s so much to see. Lots of trails if you like hiking.
Written September 2, 2021
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Charles B
127 contributions
At least once a year we spend a weekend hiking this area. Always find some new view we have not seen before. Trails vary from easy to difficult. WARNING at least once a year some dies from falling off of one of the narrow cliffside trails
Written March 3, 2020
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ALISON W
PERRYSBURG27 contributions
Couples
This area has so much natural beauty and many different trails. The person at the visitor’s center in Slade gave us all kinds of maps and helpful information. The first day, we hiked at Natural Bridge. The second day, we took the road that circles the gorge and stopped at multiple sites including Angels Window, Whispering Arch, Chimney Top, and Princess Arch. Loved them all! We’ve been back to this area two more times within the past two months. We love it here.
Written December 14, 2020
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Donna H
Louisville, KY62 contributions
Is the lodge at natural bridge resort handicap accessible
TravelingBum52
United States2,358 contributions
Yes
Ssola
Cincinnati, OH
Is there any nice swimming hole or creek in the red river gorge or natural bridge park?
JoceSezHi
Chicago, IL8 contributions
Hi! We will be visiting the Gorge for the first time. We want to backpack an out-an-back trail. Is there a shuttle service that can set this up, since we will be driving in our one car? (2 of us.) Thank you!!
Goldwing1_11
Beaver Dam, KY241 contributions
Where is there a place to stay that has the dome camping?
Amy
Indianapolis, IN98 contributions
Just looking forward a place to stay and ran right into this!
Red River Gorgeous
Sherry Y
Irvine, KY
Does anyone know where the "sleepy hollow" lodge is? I know it's on Route 715 but I need a more specific location
Suggestions for beautiful scenery to exchange vows. Not a wedding just simple bow exchange
HighRockAdventures
Rockbridge, OH18 contributions
So sorry for the delay on this, Sky Bridge or Chimney Top are both awesome locations for your special occasion!
I want to see where it's located, additional information and where to stay nearby
charisma2015
Wantage, NJ265 contributions
Hi! Definitely go to the Natural Bridge and check that out - a large natural bridge. The lodge in the park is very nice; we did not know about it and if we had, we would have stayed there. The Daniel Boone Nat'l Forest was really great and I want to return to hike to more arches - there are 200 natural arches.
Margaret H
Garner6 contributions
Can a person use a mobility scooter to get around here? Can i get it up on the skylift and go see things once on top of the area. Ty
HighRockAdventures
Rockbridge, OH18 contributions
I am not sure about the Skylift but we were on several of the trails and we did not see any that were built to accommodate a scooter. There are some beautiful drives but all of the Rock Attractions and overviews are a rugged hike in most cases away. The road back to Skybridge did have some nice overlooks just off the road, so that is one area you could get nice views right from pull offs along the road.
RebeccaSF85
Covington, KY76 contributions
Any tips on how to get to Copperas Falls ? I've heard the trail is not marked.
Gabe10101
Lexington, KY900 contributions
You are right. There are no trail markers, but the trail is very well worn. Before you go, look up a good trail map and print it or screenshot it to your phone (hold power button and volume down on an Android). Use your phone's GPS and maps. Download an offline map because cell signals are weak in the gorge. That worked for me on Android. Otherwise head North generally. Follow the larger branch of Copperas Creek whenever it branches. The trail crosses the creek numerous times and can be difficult to find on the other side, but keep going and you will find the Falls.
Sherri Raley-Wade
Newburgh, IN
Hi, I am wanting information on planning a trip to the Red River Gorge. What trails to hick, zip lining, camping/cabins. Everything! I will go this summer.
Thanks
wagnekk
Louisville, KY91 contributions
We rented a lodge at Natural Bridge State Park which is nearby, it was well worth the money and sleeps 5 or so (we have 3 kids). We drove the entire loop around Red River and visited the sites that were easy to get to for small children. Stop at the Red River Gorge ranger station, they are very knowledgeable and will give you good ideas based on your needs. We really enjoyed everything we saw, you could spend a couple of days and still not see everything. Campsites all over the place. Not any good restaurants around so bring your own or deal with fast food all the time.
Frequently Asked Questions about Red River Gorge Geological Area
- Hotels near Red River Gorge Geological Area:
- (5.86 mi) Li'l Abner Motel
- (6.00 mi) Natural Bridge State Resort Park
- (3.79 mi) Koomer Ridge Campground
- (5.76 mi) Scenic Cabin Rentals
- (5.59 mi) Hemlock Lodge
- Restaurants near Red River Gorge Geological Area:
- (5.42 mi) Miguel's Pizza & Rock Climbing
- (7.10 mi) Red River Rockhouse
- (1.91 mi) Sky bridge Station
- (5.75 mi) Daniel Boone Coffee Shop
- (5.71 mi) La Cabana Mexican Restaurant
- Attractions near Red River Gorge Geological Area:
- (0.00 mi) Gladie Visitor Center
- (9.62 mi) Red River Gorge Zipline
- (5.33 mi) Natural Bridge State Resort Park
- (8.21 mi) Southeast Mountain Guides
- (6.16 mi) Nada Tunnel