메니피 카운티 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Bridge is closed right now. It has fallen apart.

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 lookout posts for the Adena Culture People, protecting against potential attacks from rival tribes in the Red River Gorge.

Indian Staircase is a 50-foot scramble up out of the forest. The beginning is more like an actual staircase, but higher up the rock, which has foot and hand holds, hikers must use their hands and feet to climb up the sandstone. Getting up is half the work; coming down can be tricky too. Warning: This hike can be dangerous and possibly deadly. Gauge your ability, don't hike alone, and exercise extreme caution while climbing the Indian Staircase.

An overlook just past Adena Arch, this point features an interesting mix of tree types and offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. Gladie Creek runs far below in the valley, joining the Red River just to the south of this point. Views to the north, east, and south abound with peaks, rock formations, and—in the right part of fall—spectacular foliage color.

A low-slung arch with interesting natural movement to its sedimentary layers. Remember to set a good example for other hikers and to keep our public lands open by practicing the number one outdoors ethic: leave no trace! As always when hiking ridges or summits in this area, keep an eye on changing weather and wear sturdy footware with good grip on wet rock and in muddy conditions.

A picturesque opening and closing to several hikes in this area, this suspension bridge brings hikers over the Red River—creator of much of the geology in its namesake gorge.

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 Daniel Boone National Forest, and Hanson's Point trail offers prime birdwatching and mushroom hunting at the right times of year.