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Red River Gorge Campsite Trail

This short 0.2 mile out-and-back recording is a short trail at Red River Gorge National Geological Area in Pine Ridge, Kentucky that leads out to two campsites and a little lookout point of the surrounding hills at the end of the trail.

Parking can be found at the Rough Trail parking lot. The first campsite is visible from the parking lot, but there's a second campsite that sits further back hidden from view. You can fit at least two small tents in the campsite furthest back and you can fit at least 4 small tents in the first campsite.

The lookout point at the end of the trail gives you a nice view of the sunset and after-sunset colors in the evening sky.

Camping permits required: Camping permits are required and can be purchased at local gas stations and other shops in the area. A 1-night pass will cost $3. You can also purchase 3-night passes.
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Know Before You Go

  • Short 0.2-mile trail in Red River Gorge leading to two campsites and a lookout point.
  • Two campsites available: one visible from the parking lot (fits 4 small tents), the other hidden (fits 2 small tents).
  • Camping permits are required and can be purchased locally for $3 per night.
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Distance
0.2 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
6 min
Elev. Gain
25'
Rating
0.0
Added
May 01, 2018
Updated
May 01, 2018

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Total Change
37'
Ascent
25'
Descent
27'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Camping

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    37.802201, -83.591041
  2. Main Trailhead

    37.801752, -83.591046
  3. Campsite

    37.801536, -83.591858
    Campsite
  4. Obstructed vista point

    37.801434, -83.592355
    Obstructed vista point

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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0.2 miles / 0.3 km
April 28, 2018
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