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Kentucky waterfall trip8/15/2023 ![]() You won’t necessarily see the waterfallĪs pictured because this shot was taken after severe flooding! You canĪlso access this waterfall from the Sheltowee Trace, which follows theĬumberland River, heading toward Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. After heavy rains, there are bridge crossings and large, I cherish a refreshing creek walk and Dog Slaughter Falls doesn’tĭisappoint. Jessamine Creek required registration during covid, soĬheck their website for closures and restrictions. This footpath isĭistinguished by whimsical spring wildflowers, summer streams andįascinating fall and winter fauna. ![]() This gorge trail is a 2-mile out and back. Photo Credit: Paul Schuhmann on Instagram and Scott Bailey JESSAMINE CREEK GORGE TRAIL Kentucky is truly worth a visit for roving enthusiasts.ĭiscover this trail in the Daniel Boone National Forest, London District in Laurel County, Kentucky Spotlighting innumerable trails, this region of Trail system spanning the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South The hike is along the Sheltowee Trace, a 319-mile This is a 6-mile, moderately challenging walk accented by a toweringĤ0-foot waterfall. This trek never gets old! Hop on this trail in Slade, Kentucky. The main feature is the amazing naturalīridge crossing Swift Camp Creek. The fall is beautiful andĮxcellent for a photo op. I love descending into the gorge to a creek featuringĪ fascinating waterfall, Creation Falls. Rock Bridge Trail is a family friendly, 1-mile loop on the edge of the I hope you enjoy the Eagles Nest Trail via Indian Fort in the Berea College Forest. Mountains with well over ten miles of tracks making it one of the best Kentucky hiking destinations This hike is 3.2-miles and you can spend all day on these To the Eagle’s Nest overlook, but I prefer the route straight up the Spectacular views at midday, sunrise and sunset! There are many paths Theįootpaths are well maintained, less populated than the Red and host The Berea College Forest has some of the top hikes in Kentucky. State Resort Park in Pineville, Kentucky. For a gorgeous sunrise, this is the best. Few other outlooks along the Kentucky Appalachians compete with Laurel Cove Trail! You may also run into Powderhorn Arch along the Prefer a challenge? Hike three miles up the mountain following the Included in my best Kentucky hiking destinations is the route toĬhained Rock, a 1-mile out and back along the Pine Mountain ridge. Seasons this path is muddy, so pay attention to current trailįind this trail at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill, Kentucky. Smokey Creek, as well as scenic views of Smoky Valley Lake. You are within reach of Shangra La Arch, a magnificent waterfall along The main draws of this trail are Smokyīridge, Fern Bridge and Raven Bridge. Three Bridges is a 3-mile loop with three large arches and many These otherworldly land features create an unforgettable experience! Enjoy this Red River Gorge (Red) Trail in Slade, Kentucky. Personal look at Courthouse Rock with additional views of Raven Rock. This trail is unique because of its outlooks across ![]() Some of the best views in the Red and is a top destination for This trek is a 4.5-mile, out and back route. Won’t cover them all, here’s a list of my best Kentucky hiking destinations. Of the various Kentucky rivers, palisades, creeks and gorges. You can’t get out to eastern Kentucky, I suggest a walk along passages Streams for waterfall hikes in the Daniel Boone London District. There are incredible trails within the Red River It’s a little known secret that Kentucky hosts some of the best hiking Please follow him for updates on his adventures at and photos by Billy Yarosh He kindly agreed to write a blog of his own featuring his picks for the best Kentucky hiking destinations. I’ve been following him and his amazing hiking photos. The best view, however, is down some stairs on the other side of the rock ledge to the main overlook.Meet Billy Yarosh with on Instagram. It follows the river from the gift shop/visitor’s center and has several overlooks along the way. Since the falls are the main highlight of the park, the trail is really obvious. Drive for another 8 miles and the entrance to the parking area will be on the right. Drive for 15.5 miles and turn left onto KY 90. Directions:įrom Interstate 75 North near Williamsburg, take exit 15 and turn left. One unique aspect of this waterfall is that the wide river and gorge that it created allows for a “moonbow,” which is a nighttime rainbow, to appear on clear nights during a full moon. Cumberland Falls is Kentucky’s signature waterfall and draws comparisons as a “little Niagara Falls.” The Cumberland River dumps a huge amount of water over a ledge here, making for a great scene.
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