Indian Staircase – Adena Arch loop from Daniel Boone National Forest

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Kentucky

Menifee County

Indian Staircase – Adena Arch loop from Daniel Boone National Forest

Moderate

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6,836

hikers

Indian Staircase – Adena Arch loop from Daniel Boone National Forest

02:19

7.87km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Daniel Boone National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.21 km

Indian Staircase

Highlight • Climb

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, …

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4.21 km

Adena Arch Trail Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

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 …

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4.31 km

Adena Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

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 …

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7.87 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.39 km

1.40 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.39 km

1.40 km