Forest servicedaniel boone national forest, winchester, kentucky. Established in 1937, it includes 708,000 acres 287,000 ha of federally owned land within a 2,100,000 acres 850,000 ha proclamation bounty. Sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, natural stone arches and boulders provide excellent views of unique geological features nestled among. Red river gorge is a part of the daniel boone national forest in kentucky. Jun 05, 20 hiking red river gorge in kentucky brought me down from chicago to experience the backcountry trails in the daniel boone national forest. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play.
This 46 mile journey starts in stanton winds its way through the red river gorge and also through natural bridge state park. Best cave trails in daniel boone national forest alltrails. Best camping in and near daniel boone national forest. Creation falls in red river gorge area picture of daniel. Interactive visitor map forest service visitor map. In spring 2011, the daniel boone national forest dbnf requested assistance from the usda forest service, southern research station, center for aquatic technology transfer catt with stream habitat, fish, and macroinvertebrate inventories at 7 sites within the red river gorge watershed protection plan area walker and cotton 2011.
Originally named the cumberland nf in 1937, the current proclamation boundary is nearly 2,100,000 acres, but private land tracts are littered. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Red river, kentucky national wild and scenic rivers system. In daniel boone national forest, red river gorge geological area, there is only one place for truck camping in this district that is not in a campground. Hiking kentuckys red river gorge is the definitive guide to trails in the red. Lots of great hikes all over the forests highlighted by the sheltowee trace which traverses the entire commonwealth of kentucky. Reminder that the red river gorge and most developed recreation areas in the daniel boone national forest are temporarily shut down to public access to help protect the health and safety of visitors and staff. Kentuckys red river gorge national forest foundation. Includes indexed table of recreation sites, index to topographic sheets, and location map. Red river gorge, daniel boone national forest, ky sep 23rd sep 29th 2018. Jan 20, 2014 for this adventure, well be visiting a very unique geological area within kentuckys daniel boone national forest, called red river gorge. An insiders guide to the daniel boone national forest. The trail is primarily used for hiking, trail running, camping, and backpacking and is accessible yearround. Best trails in daniel boone national forest kentucky.
You will need both maps to find your specific cabin. Daniel boone national forest is located in kentucky and encompasses over 707,000 acres. Forest service facebook page is a combined effort of the. The daniel boone backcountry byway dbbb is a high clearance 4wd route comprised of improved and unimproved county and public roads over 100 miles long centered around the scenic red river gorge and daniel boone national forest in eastern kentucky.
There are numerous hiking trails and scenic wonders to explore. The daniel boone national forest boasts a pioneer weapons hunting area on the morehead ranger district. A 319mile backcountry trail that spans the daniel boone national forest and the big south fork national recreation river and recreation area. Combine soft red sandstone, rushing mountain streams, and a few million years of erosion, and the result is the fantastic formations of kentuckys red river gorge geologic area rrgga. Hiking red river gorge kentucky backpacking in fall sintax77. Nearly all of the daniel boone national forest was logged at least once before its acquisition by the forest service in 1937. Other areas of interest include the natural arch scenic area, beaver creek wilderness, and the red river gorge geologic area.
Possible day trips are exploring the 26,000acre clifty wilderness area, red river gorge area, sheltowee trace national recreation trail, gladie historic site, driving the scenic loop of state rts. Daniel boone national forest is the only national forest completely within the boundary of kentucky. See more ideas about red river gorge, red river and daniel boone national forest. The daniel boone national forrest is named after the folk hero, daniel boone himself. There are arches up and down the entire forest along with waterfalls.
Out on a limb is an amazing treehouse built right here in cliffview resort. The many unique species of bird, tree, plant and animal all reside harmoniously with the many families, climbers, birdwatchers, hikers and bikers that visit this amazing. Red river gorge geological area, daniel boone national forest. Red river gorge boasts some of the most unique and rugged scenery in the region and is also home to over 100 natural rock arches from the small but interesting, to large and magnificent. Daniel boone national forest the daniel boone national forest is located along the cumberland plateau in the appalachian foothills of eastern kentucky. Hiking red river gorge kentucky backpacking in fall. Backpacking red river gorge daniel boone national forest. For this adventure, well be visiting a very unique geological area within kentuckys daniel boone national forest, called red river gorge.
Red river gorge stanton ranger district daniel boone information you may request information about trail conditions, trail maps, and recreation opportunity guides from. Welcome to the red, the best kept family vacation secret this side of the mississippi. Red river gorge scenic byway kentucky scenic drives on. May 15, 2016 red river gorge is a part of the daniel boone national forest in kentucky. It is an incredible home situated close to suzannas arch trail. With a pixel resolution of 5foot, this is the most. College avenue stanton, ky 40380 6066632852 gladie culturalenvironmental learning center 3451 state route 715 frenchburg, ky 40322 6066638100. Rock climbers, hikers, canoeists and campers are among those who come to enjoy and explore this rugged landscape, often referred to as simply the red by its most frequent visitors.
Map red river gorge geological area, daniel boone national. It offers sleeping for four, featuring two private bedrooms with queen beds. This draft environmental impact statement deis and wild and scenic river study report evaluates four alternatives for future management of. The current sopa report contains a list of proposed actions that will begin or are currently undergoing environmental analysis and documentation. We have camped around the red river gorge area as well as the sterns area. See more ideas about red river gorge, daniel boone national forest and natural bridge. Red river gorge national scenic byway drive though our beautiful county from the comfort of your own vehicle. The red river gorge is a uniquely scenic area in the daniel boone national forest. The name of the forest was changed in 1966 in honor of the explorer daniel boone. Red river gorge cabin rentals is currently offering 20% off. Red river gorge has been designated a national natural landmark and national archaeological district, and it is listed on the national register of historic places. Daniel boone national forest, a kentucky national forest.
The sopa report opens in a separate browser window. T he red river gorge is a place where mighty sandstone arches rise to the heavens and forest niches hide delicate wildflowers that grow nowhere else on the planet. The land is characterized by steep forested ridges dissected by narrow ravines and over 3,400 miles of sandstone cliffs. It is designated a geological area as it is well known for its natural rock arches the most famous of these being grays. The red river gorge, cave run, north, south and central maps are also periodically available for. Established in 1937, it was originally named the cumberland national forest, after the core region called the cumberland purchase unit. Nestled in the heart of the daniel boone national forest, the red river gorge attracts thousands of outdoor recreation enthusiasts year round. There is a small waterfall about a mile from the trailhead and a beautiful series of cascades near the trails junction with the sheltowee trace. The red river gorge overall map to the right shows the various resorts listed below. Summary of stream inventories in the red river gorge, daniel. Daniel boone national forest national forest foundation. Experience 1 of only 3 national scenic byways in kentucky on the red river gorge national scenic byway. Daniel boone national forest is located in kentucky and encompasses over 707,000 acres of mostly rugged terrain.
This pdf contains quite a bit of information and you are welcome to print it out. The red river flows through the red river gorge geological area and bisects the clifty wilderness. Book a cozy cabin in the woods and forge family memories that your kids will treasure forever. Usda forest service sopa daniel boone national forest. Map showing the location of daniel boone national forest.
Forest servicedaniel boone national forest, forest. This area hosts an impressive collection of natural arches or natural bridges, as they are often call, spread across some relatively young forest in the hills of eastern kentucky, about 1 hour shy of. Theres a small number of premarked sites here, all within the cumberland ranger district and near cave run lake. The red river gorge is designated as a national geological area by the u. Officially known as the red river gorge geological area, it is part of the much larger daniel boone national forest. Hiking trails range from less than a half mile long and easy terrain to strenuous overnight trips, but there is a trail to appeal to all ability levels. Daniel boone national forest hiking map natural atlas. The sheltowee trace map was released in 2014 north and 2015 south. Named for daniel boone, american pioneer and explorer who founded one of the first settlements west of the appalachians, the forest delights with an incredible landscape featuring over one hundred. The daniel boone national forest is a national forest in kentucky.
Daniel boone backcountry byway southern four wheel drive. Take a look at this amazing map to plan your next outing. This web page has links to a multitude of downloadable pdf trail guides and maps throughout the daniel boone national forest. It is free to camp anywhere along indian creek but you need a pass in order to be in the park between 10 pm and 6 am. These trail guides and maps provide information about trails, campgrounds and recreation areas. Maps red river gorge cabin rentals red river gorge and. Fishing in daniel boone national forest natural atlas. This magical forest is a true american treasure and sings to the soul when one enters it. Summary of stream inventories in the red river gorge. Spanning more than two million acres and 21 counties, the daniel boone national forest in kentucky is a hidden gem just waiting for you to explore. Much of red river gorge is located inside the daniel boone national forest and has been subsequently reserved as the red river gorge geological area, an area of around 29,000 acres. Creation falls in red river gorge area check out tripadvisor members 1,237 candid photos and videos of daniel boone national forest. Red river gorge kentucky park daniel boone national forest.
Balanced rock and the natural bridge state resort park in kentucky. Forest service daniel boone national forest 100 vaught road winchester, kentucky 40391 phone. Explore your national forests and grasslands with the new and improved visitor map 2. Please open and print the overall map to the right, then open and print your individual resort map below that your specific cabin is located in. The dbbb is of moderate difficulty and open to licensed vehicles only. This summer we are planning an update to our popular red river gorge trail map. The daniel boone national forest originally the cumberland national forest is a national forest in kentucky. Sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, natural stone arches and boulders provide excellent views of unique geological features nestled among the mountain laurel, rhododendron and hemlocks. Out on a limb red river gorge cabin rentals cabins. Red river gorge geological area, daniel boone national forest, kentucky. Originally named the cumberland nf in 1937, the current proclamation boundary is nearly 2,100,000 acres, but private land tracts are littered throughout the forest and the forest service manages 706,000 acres. Indian creek daniel boone national forest frenchburg. Since the release of the lidar point cloud data for daniel boone national forest, we have been excited to start the project. Hiking red river gorge in kentucky brought me down from chicago to experience the backcountry trails in the daniel boone national forest.
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