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The Top 16 Gorges in Kentucky

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 16

to choose from in Kentucky. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Kentucky.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

Grays Arch

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Grays Arch is a visually-striking, towering sandstone arch that pays off the effort made to reach it. For safety, the Forest Service recommends using only the eastern portion of the …

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Rock Bridge

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The Rock Bridge is just off the Rock Bridge Trail, a family-friendly loop in Red River Gorge. The Rock Bridge is an amazing sandstone arch over a peaceful stream and …

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Hanson's Point

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A perfect viewpoint for taking in the surrounding Red River Gorge geological area, especially when the leaves are in full fall color. Hanson's Point lies in the Cumberland Region of …

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Palisades Overlook (View of the Kentucky River Gorge)

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Palisades Overlook, also known as the Kentucky River Overlook, is located on the Overlook White Trail where Chandler Creek meets the Kentucky River. Though the viewpoint is small and can …

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Red River

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Flowing 97 miles from the Cumberland Plateau to the Kentucky River, the Red River winds through eastern Kentucky’s rugged landscapes and forms the Red River Gorge. Its 1,400-square-mile watershed has …

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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

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Straddling the border of Tennessee and Kentucky, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area offers rugged gorges, scenic rivers, and one of the highest concentrations of natural bridges in …

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Daniel Boone National Forest

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Spanning over 700,000 acres across eastern Kentucky, Daniel Boone National Forest offers more than 600 miles of trails, including the nearly 300-mile Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail, making it a …

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Daniel Boone National Forest

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A vast and rugged stretch of eastern Kentucky, Daniel Boone National Forest is a haven for hikers, climbers, and paddlers. From the sandstone arches of Red River Gorge to the …

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Cloud Splitter

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Cloud Splitter's history traces back at least a couple of thousand years before the first Europeans arrived in what is now Kentucky. Overlooks, including Cloud Splitter's summit, served as crucial …

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Devil's Jump Overlook

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You can hike to the Devils Jump Overlook from Blue Heron or just to the northwest from the Gorge Overlook Car Park. The former is a longer, hillier trail whereas …

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