Nestled within the sheer sandstone cliffs, breathtaking hidden coves and caves of beautiful Grayson Lake lies scenic Lick Falls. Rated moderately strenuous, the 3-mile looped Lick Falls Overlook Trail follows the cliff line near the lake, offering unforgettable views of Grayson Lake below on the way to the peaceful falls. Paddlers can access Lick Falls […]
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Two distinctive, beautiful 30-foot drops into Lake Cumberland emerge from springs above to create double cascades at historic Mill Springs Mill. A fully operational mill built in 1877 sits below with a 40-foot overshot water wheel, the largest of its kind in the world. Perhaps best viewed by boat on Lake Cumberland, you can also
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Within the Daniel Boone National Forest lies a rare double waterfall, Pine Island Double Falls, where two powerful blue cascades meet in the middle and plunge into a pristine aquamarine pool below. You can access this impressive hidden gem via a 1.4-mile trek that follows a creek and features numerous natural wonders, such as caves,
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Located along Indian Creek, Seventy-Six Falls is believed to have been named after the nearby community of Seventy-Six. Though some think the name refers to its height before the impoundment of Lake Cumberland, that height was close to 84 feet. Regardless, the well-maintained trails, scenic bridges and picturesque views leading to Seventy-Six Falls, as well
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Five miles out and back of incredible natural beauty and wonders can be found on the section of the Sheltowee Trace Trail that leads to Vanhook Falls. Along the way, several smaller unnamed waterfalls, high stone bluffs and the large rock slabs and formations of Cane Creek make for an unbelievably scenic hike before reaching
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Streams trickling over rock cliffs, lush greenery and wildflowers line the way to jaw-dropping Anglin Falls, located in the wooded ravine of John B. Stephenson Memorial Forest State Park. The short 1.7-mile out-and-back hike up to Anglin Falls is mostly uphill and offers views of limestone outcroppings and small caves with a few challenging spots.
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Venture into the rugged Red River Gorge to Creation Falls with its family-friendly plunge pool that’s great for wading. The 1.4 mile out-and-back Rock Bridge Trail is considered moderately challenging and is one of the most visually stunning trails in the Gorge. Along the way to the arch (rock bridge) for which the trail is
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Dense stands of hemlock and rhododendron and massive boulders line the one-mile path to stunning Dog Slaughter Falls. A second path to the falls, twice as long as the first, is easily accessible and both are considered only moderately challenging, making them good options for families, as well as nature lovers. Upon arriving you can
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Hikers taking the 1.5-mile Trail 9 to Eagle Falls will be rewarded with amazing views of Cumberland Falls from the ridgetops along with the way. After crossing a seasonal stream, the trail becomes a loop, and a spur takes you downhill to the river and falls. The latter section of the trail is rugged with
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A short .9 mile hike out and back takes you to Jenny Wiley Falls on Little Mud Lick where courageous pioneer Jenny Wiley was once held captive by eleven Native Americans in 1789. Considered a moderately challenging route, the trail to this tranquil waterfall is known to birders, hikers and rock climbers but is quiet
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