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Red River Gorge

The Picture of Red River Gorge

The Red River Gorge Geological Area, located within the Daniel Boone National Forest, is made up of over 26,000 acres of scenic recreational land. The area includes hiking trails, camping, canoeing, rock climbing, hunting, fishing, wildlife and nature sightseeing. The Red River Gorge contains the most natural rock formations in one concentrated area east of the Rocky Mountains. The unique rock formations and natural arches beckon any traveler.

Contact Us: USDA Forest Service
Telephone: (606) 663-2852
Address:
705 W. College Ave.
Stanton, KY 40380
Website: www.southernregion.fs.fed.us/boone

Hours:
24 hours

Directions:
I-64 West to exit 98 and take Bert T. COmbs Mountain Parkway 33 miles to exit 33. Turn left off of the ramp and go to stop sign. Turn left on to Hwy 15 and travel 1.5 miles to Hwy 77. Turn right onto Hwy 77 and travel 5 miles to tunnel entrance.

The Picture of Red River Gorge
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