Red River Gorge: Nature’s Beauty

A popular destination for rock climbers and also photographers is the Red River Gorge. It is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky. Surrounding the area are over 80 natural arches, historic sites, and trails for cross-country backpackers or just day hikers. The view is truly breathtaking with its arches and rock shelters east of the Rocky Mountains. Ancient Indians even used some of the rock shelters to live in!

One of the most accessible and popular arches is the Sky Bridge. From here, the magnificent view of Clifty Wilderness can be seen. The said portion is used for the preservation of wilderness experiences and values. The place also supports an unusual array of animal and plant life. There is a number of significant endangered species of animals and plants that exist here.