About Red River Gorge Geological Area
The Red River Gorge is a unique, scenic natural area that attracts thousands of visitors each year. Spectacular rock features, including sandstone arches and towering cliffs, are just part of the attraction. Outdoor enthusiasts come to the gorge year-round to enjoy hiking, camping, canoeing, wildlife viewing and other recreation opportunities. The Red River Gorge is a federally-designated National Geological Area, National Natural Landmark, National Archaeological District and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Gorge is also home to the federally-designated Wild and Scenic Red River and [Clifty Wilderness](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=39460). The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources regulations allow hunting and trapping in the gorge. All visitors should take appropriate safety precautions to protect themselves and…
- Managed by: USFS - Daniel Boone National Forest
- Where: 6 mi northwest of Campton, KY · 37.81006, -83.60262
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Feb.
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Good to know
AT&T 4G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way is bright, with a little glow low on the horizon.
Class 3 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 4.4 mi
Propane: 22 mi
Camps nearby
- Campsite · 6 mi N of Campton 1.7 mi
- Campsite · 6 mi NW of Campton 2.3 mi
- Koomer Ridge Campground 2.4 mi
- Campsite · 6 mi NW of Campton 2.5 mi
- Tunnel Ridge Road 2.9 mi
- Dispersed spot · 8 mi NW of Campton 3.3 mi