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Rush Ridge Trail (#227)

Rush Ridge Trail: This is an official trail in the RRG and is used as a connector between Pinch-Em-Tight Trail and Rough Trail. To hike this trail, you can park at the Pinch-Em-Tight parking area along Tunnel Ridge Road and hike the Pinch-em-Tight trail to the first fork (about 0.3 miles), where you will takeContinue reading “Rush Ridge Trail (#227)”

Sky Bridge Trail #214

Sky Bridge Trail: This is a must-do hike – especially if you’re a new visitor to the Gorge. This is part of the official Red River Gorge trail system and features an iconic sandstone arch. This is a short loop trail – about 0.68 miles total. You can park at the Sky Bridge parking area,Continue reading “Sky Bridge Trail #214”

Hanson’s Point Trail

Hanson’s Point Trail: I promise you, you’re gonna wanna hike this one! One of the most outstanding overlooks of the Gorge! This is an unofficial “unmarked” trail, but it has gained a lot of popularity, so the trail is not hard to follow. The only places that could be a little troublesome are the pointsContinue reading “Hanson’s Point Trail”

Chimney Top Trail #235

Chimney Top Trail (#235): If you are looking for a short, accessible/easy trail for a stellar overlook in the Gorge – look no further!! I love to take the short hike out to the overlook for sunset, as the sun sets perfectly behind the rolling hills in the distance. The trailhead for this one isContinue reading “Chimney Top Trail #235”

Silvermine Arch Trail #225

Silvermine Arch Trail: This is one of the many trails that start from the Koomer Ridge Campground area! It is worth it to check this trail out, even if you are not staying at the campground, but I definitely recommend camping at Koomer Ridge! Silvermine Arch Trail is an out-and-back trail and is 2.5 milesContinue reading “Silvermine Arch Trail #225”

Buzzards Roost South Trail

Buzzards Roost South Trail: This is one of my absolute favorite unofficial trails of the Gorge. It is short (only 0.23 miles out/0.46 miles round trip), but it has some of the best views (especially for sunset!) and features some rock scrambling! The trailhead starts from the Sky Bridge picnic area. This is definitely notContinue reading “Buzzards Roost South Trail”

Whistling Arch Trail #234

Whistling Arch Trail: This is a short & sweet easy trail along Route 715 in the Gorge! While only being 1/2 mile total (out-and-back), this trail packs in a super cool rock shelter with an arch, AND a killer overlook! Here is a map of the location for the trailhead.