Red River Gorge Geological Area

Daniel Boone National Forest sandstone arches, cliffs, ravines, and forested ridges.

Use the sections and guides below to explore this subject in a clear, practical order.

Auxier Ridge and Courthouse Rock

An exposed ridge walk with views of arches, cliffs, and Courthouse Rock.

A forested descent to one of the gorge’s largest natural arches, with steep steps and cliff-country scenery.

A compact loop to the gorge’s only natural bridge spanning a stream, plus a small waterfall.

A short cliff-top and forest loop crossing a broad sandstone arch with expansive gorge views.

A short ridge walk to a dramatic overlook above the Red River and surrounding cliff line.

A brief woodland hike to a graceful sandstone arch and nearby cliff-top viewpoints.

A streamside forest route into a narrow drainage beneath a large recessed arch.

A very short but steep climb around a prominent sandstone formation in the eastern gorge.

A customizable wilderness day hike along a quiet creek corridor beneath sandstone walls and mature forest.