Red River Gorge

Lexington Kentucky

Recharge in the Outdoors

There’s nothing like an escape into the Bluegrass to calm your mind and feed your spirit. With more than 90 parks, trails, and green spaces, outdoor fun in Lexington starts the moment you leave the hotel. Within a short drive, you can see where the Bluegrass kisses the Appalachian Mountains. You can chase waterfalls. You can hike into absolute seclusion. And you can explore the Red River Gorge, one of the best-kept geological wonders in America.

Featured Attractions

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Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

  • 3885 Raven Run Way

Raven Run is a 734-acre nature sanctuary on the outskirts of Lexington dedicated to protecting the natural beauty of the Kentucky River Palisades. Over 10 miles of hiking…

Boone Creek Outdoors

  • 8291 Old Richmond Road

The historic and spectacular Boone Creek gorge is a privately owned natural wonder previously inaccessible by the public. The Boone Creek Outdoors Zip Line Canopy Tour…

Red River Gorge Geological Area

  • Robbie Ridge Road

The Red River Gorge is a uniquely scenic area in the Daniel Boone National Forest. The area is known for its abundant natural stone arches, unusual rock formations, and…

Plan Your Trip Travel Guides

From behind-the-scenes farm tours and historic trail maps to curated weekend itineraries, explore our travel guides to start planning your ultimate Lexington experience.