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Open year-round Campsites: 13 tent or trailer $10 for a group of six or fewer and $2 for each additional person. Lake for fishing and non-motorized boating, hiking trails, hunting. Location: 8 miles off Route 219 north of Marlinton.
Cant wait for you to visit our mountain top destination surrounded by scenic views.
Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country, Hawks Nest State Park encompasses 276 acres bordering a rugged section of the New River Gorge National River. Long known for its panoramic views, the park offers a 31-room lodge for the comfort of overnight guests, on-site restaurant and an aerial tramway (seasonal). Below the lodge, the New River forms peaceful Hawks Nest Lake. Above the lake, the narrow canyon and rushing water create one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.
The lodge and restaurant is open year-round. Online reservations are available. Park map, hours of operation and special rates are maintained on the state park website.
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Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country, Hawks Nest State Park encompasses 276 acres bordering a rugged section of the New River Gorge National River. Long known for its panoramic views, the park offers a 31-room lodge for the comfort of overnight guests, on-site restaurant and an aerial tramway (seasonal). Below the lodge, the New River forms peaceful Hawks Nest Lake. Above the lake, the narrow canyon and rushing water create one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.
The lodge and restaurant is open year-round. Online reservations are available. Park map, hours of operation and special rates are maintained on the state park website.
Immerse yourself in nature at ‘Heavenly Hideaway’, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin designed for nature lovers looking to experience peacefulness and serenity in the Red River Gorge, KY. This cabin sleeps 6 guests with the additional full-size pullout sofa. Enjoy the hiking, rock climbing, and fishing opportunities nearby! Featuring covered and screened in porches with outdoor furniture, a private hot tub, and beautiful views with plenty of land to roam to ensure ultimate relaxation and fun, this home is a splendid retreat for friends and family!
Designate ‘Hemlock Hideaway’ your new off-the-grid retreat in the Red River Gorge Area in Zoe, Kentucky! This newly built studio vacation rental cabin features a loft, front deck, & fire pit nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Stroll through the wooded area on a hike or try 4-wheeling fun before a cookout back home! Gaze at the natural beauty in Natural Bridge State Resort Park just 10 minutes away as you find the perfect rock climbing spot to share with family and friends! Sleeps 4 guests.
Hemlock Overlook- Standing at an elevation of 2,377 feet, this overlook gives guests an overwhelming 180-degree view of Letcher County’s mountain range. Hemlock Overlook provides guests with custom railing and an observation deck. It also has picnic tables, where those passing through can rest, eat and enjoy the view.
Try this 2.0-mile loop trail near Pine Ridge, Kentucky. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, trail running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
The High Knob area of Stone Mountain forms one of the greatest natural areas in the eastern United States. Today its calcareous heart has been breached by massive erosion to expose an ecologically renowned landscape which stretches from the Powell Valley area of Wise County, southwest across the Powell River Valley of Lee County to the Norris Lake of Tennessee. Drainage from High Knob has also formed complex conduit systems which led to formation of the magnificent Natural Tunnel.
For the visitor, it is a place that will WOW you! Come and bring your camera!
The goal of developing a master plan for the High Knob Recreation area is to link assets to local communities to drive economic development so come on out enjoy the scenery and pack a lunch.
At the peak of High Knob Mountain stood one of the few remaining fire towers of the Appalachian Mountains. Built in 1938–39 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the original structure was a 14′ × 14′ wooden house. The most recent three-story structure was built by the Flat woods Job Corps in 1978–79. High Knob’s fire tower is listed in the National Historic Lookout Registry.
Hogg Overlook – The Hogg overlook sits at 2,399 feet and offers all who stop their a breathtaking 180-degree view of Letcher County’s mountain range. The perfect place for a picnic, amenities include picnic tables, custom railing and an observation deck. This is the best place to watch the sunset over Letcher County.
Pumpkin, Mum, and animal farm in Rowdy, KY. Annual farm days Includes hay rides, pumpkin painting, corn maze, and food. Fun for folks of all ages!!
Hollerwood Park is an economic driver for the region. Long range planning is currently underway to ensure the property is developed in a way that is both respectful to the environment and utilizes the natural lay of the land for a variety of user groups to enjoy. With a multitude of 4-WD, UTV, ATV and Motorcycle trails, the Park is a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts. The property also has two ponds for fishing and kayaking and provides camping opportunities.
Hollerwood Offroad Park is a unique destination for all riders. It is over 2,500 acres of valleys and ridges, making every trail an obstacle with breathtaking scenery. The park is in a prime location near the Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Resort Park in Eastern Kentucky.
Jenkins Homestead cabin is located within the Daniel Boone National Forest. We have been here for just over 3 years, and the area is just too beautiful not to share. Enjoy everything around you from hiking and climbing to the Hollerwood and Boneyard off-roading parks! If a primitive experience is what you are looking for, make this your next trip! There is a full kitchen, 1 bedroom, 1 upstairs bathroom, living room and a finished basement were a second bathroom with a shower is located. The cabin is set up to sleep a party of up to 4.