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Blackburn Rock Overlook
Frenchburg, Kentucky
3.67 mi
/ 367 ft gain
Blackburn Rock Overlook is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Means, Kentucky.
Hike to Courthouse Rock and Double Arch
Stanton, Kentucky
5.0
6.1 mi
Start at the trailhead located just past the Gray's Arch picnic area. Follow Auxier Ridge Trail #204 (white diamonds). You will pass a trail junction at 0.9 miles, but continue on Auxier Ridge. At the following fork in the trail keep right.Along the trail, you will catch views from the ridge of Raven's Rock, Double Arch, Courthouse Rock, and the surrounding valley. Be careful of the steep cliff...
Hike the Auxier Ridge Trail, KY
Stanton, Kentucky
5.0
4 mi
/ 1300 ft gain
This can be done as a quick hike, or as an overnighter so you can catch both sunset and sunrise. Park at the Auxier Ridge Trailhead and take the Auxier Ridge Trail (#204). Do NOT take the branch on the left for the Courthouse Rock Trail (#202), which you will see after about 1 mile. In about 2 miles you will be on a wooded ridge dotted with campsites on each side of the trail. To your left ...
Double Arch, Courthouse Rock and Auxier Ridge Loop
Stanton, Kentucky
5.97 mi
/ 823 ft gain
Double Arch, Courthouse Rock and Auxier Ridge Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Slade, Kentucky.
Double Arch Trail
Stanton, Kentucky
4.62 mi
/ 587 ft gain
Double Arch Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Stanton, Kentucky.
Courthouse Rock and Double Arch via Auxier Ridge Trail
Stanton, Kentucky
7.4 mi
/ 1076 ft gain
Courthouse Rock and Double Arch via Auxier Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Stanton, Kentucky.
Auxier Ridge Trail to Courthouse Rock
Stanton, Kentucky
4.58 mi
/ 604 ft gain
Auxier Ridge Trail to Courthouse Rock is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Stanton, Kentucky.
Courthouse Rock Trail to Auxier Branch Trail Loop
Stanton, Kentucky
4.86 mi
/ 722 ft gain
Courthouse Rock Trail to Auxier Branch Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Stanton, Kentucky.
Hike the Indian Staircase Loop and Cloudsplitter
Slade, Kentucky
5.0
10 mi
Starting at the Bison Way Trailhead #210. You'll take this until you come to the intersection of the Sheltowee Trace Trail #100. Go left. You're going to turn right on the unmarked trail just past the sign that says stay on trail. This is quite the incline. Keeping going until you get to the base of Indian Staircase. Make sure to use extreme caution in climbing this! You'll be able to see the e...
Places to stay
Salt Lick, Kentucky
Zilpo Daniel Boone Nat. For.
Overview
Zilpo, a large, fun-filled campground on Cave Run Lake, is a prime destination for families. The scenic campground offers a cabi...
Clearfield, Kentucky
Twin Knobs Campground
Overview
Nestled on the shores of Cave Run Lake, this camp is part of the larger Twin Knobs Recreation Area. There are more than 200 site...
Clearfield, Kentucky
Boat Gunnel Group Campground
Overview
Boat Gunnel Group Campground is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest on Cave Run Lake. Widely known for its scenic beaut...
Buckhorn, Kentucky
Buckhorn Campground
Overview
Buckhorn Campground on Buckhorn Lake, provides the perfect outdoor escape in eastern Kentucky's lush Cumberland Plateau.The camp...
Hyden, Kentucky
Trace Branch Campground
Overview
The Trace Branch Campground, located on Buckhorn Lake, is a great launchpad for outdoor activities in Kentucky's lush Cumberland...
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