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9 Reasons To Love Red River Gorge

Just a few of my favorite things about this popular climbing destination

 Shae Kelly
Sep 20, 2016
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9 Reasons To Love Red River Gorge

1. The Climbing (duh!)

The most popular thing to do in Red River Gorge is climbing. There are too many walls to count, and they keep bringing climbers back for more!

2. The Community

Climbers from all over the country, even the world, know and climb at Red River Gorge. You'll get to meet new people who all share at least one thing in common- a love for climbing!

3. Miguel's Pizza

After a long day of climbing, Miguel's is a great place to hang out with friends- and it has great food too! You can pick your pizza, play basketball, camp, or try to slackline all while enjoying a crowd of almost all climbers.

4. Reconnect with Nature

Rivers, trees, rock walls- the Red has it all!

5. Muir Valley

Thanks to great landowners and generous sponsors/donors, Muir Valley is one of the best-kept places to climb. Complete with finished trails and route tags, you won't even notice the 30-minute hike to the wall!

6. The View

Whether you are a climber or not, the wide variety of views will never cease to take your breath away.

7. Camping (or Log Camping)

From camping at Miguel's or any other campsite to staying in any of the various cabins available- there is no shortage of affordable places to stay. My family has stayed in ¨Lazy Days¨ (pictured above) several times.

8. Ale 8

Ale 8 is a right of passage for climbers, and the famous drink comes from right here in Kentucky.

9. Tourist Traps

Other than climbing, there are plenty of things to do. Visit the Natural Bridge or go on any of the other hiking trails varying in length and difficulty. Choose one of the many companies to go zip lining with, or ride ski-lifts to get better views of the rolling hills and glorious cliffs.


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