RRG Area info and Hiking Resources
Exploring the Red River Gorge is easier and more enjoyable when you know where you’re headed and how to make the most of your time. From quiet forest trails to sweeping overlooks and small moments of discovery in between, this place invites exploration at every pace.
Our RRG Area Info & Hiking Resources bring together local knowledge and practical planning tools to support everything from scenic hikes to rest-day adventures.
Below you can explore blog posts covering hiking trails, rest-day ideas, transportation, local tips, and area highlights. Enjoy exploring our home landscape!
Rocktoberfest is Oct 8–11 in the Red River Gorge. See the full clinic and meetup schedule, plus free climbing at Southeast Mountain Guides' private crag.
How to practice Leave No Trace while climbing in the Red River Gorge — trail etiquette, chalk, closures, wildlife, and supporting the RRGCC.
Your complete guide to planning a weekend at the Red River Gorge from Lexington or Louisville -- directions, where to stay, what to do, where to eat, and what to book ahead.
Not a climber? The Red River Gorge has plenty for you -- via ferrata, rappelling, hiking, underground kayaking, zip-lining, and more. Here's your complete guide.
Planning to bring your dog to the Red River Gorge? Here's what to know -- trail rules, dog-friendly hikes, tick prevention, safety tips, and what to pack.
Drive times, directions, and trip planning tips for visiting the Red River Gorge from Lexington, Louisville, Cincinnati, and Nashville. Closer than you think.
Discover the best winter hiking trails in the Red River Gorge — from sweeping overlooks to hidden arches. Fewer crowds, wider views, and a quieter side of the Gorge await.
Discover the best rainy-day and rest-day activities in Red River Gorge—from cozy indoor spots to climbing the Via Ferrata, even in the rain.
Discover shuttle options in Red River Gorge for hikers, climbers, and adventurers. One-way, round-trip, airport drop-offs, and private bookings available.
A two-day couples getaway in the Red River Gorge: treehouse stays, the Via Ferrata together, sunset hikes, kayaking the Red, BBQ with a view and ice cream after.
Discover hidden arches, waterfalls, and lookouts in Red River Gorge. This guide shares 6 off-trail adventures for curious hikers.
Where to camp in the Red River Gorge: state park, Forest Service and private campgrounds compared, from tent sites near the trails to full RV hookups near the crags.
Ticks are common in the Red River Gorge in warmer months. How to avoid them on the trail and at the crag, and how to remove one safely if you find one on you.
Discover fun, family-friendly things to do in Red River Gorge—from easy hikes and scenic drives to cave kayaking, mini golf, and the thrilling Via Ferrata.
Things to do in the Red River Gorge, KY: rock climbing, the Via Ferrata, natural arches, rappelling, underground kayaking, ziplines, scenic drives and the river.
Spring in the Red River Gorge: what the weather does, how the climbing feels, the best trails for wildflowers and waterfalls, and tips for a great spring visit.
Our favorite overlooks in the Red River Gorge, from Hanson's Point and Sky Bridge to Chimney Top, Half Moon and Auxier Ridge, with what to know about each.
Not a climber? The Red River Gorge has hiking, the Via Ferrata, kayaking, ziplines, dark-sky stargazing, birdwatching and scenic drives for every nature lover.
