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Hot Tub, WiFi, Netflix and Very Close to RRG!
Beautiful space, felt very isolated but easy to get to town if needed. Very short drive to hikes nearby. Loved it! Excellent WiFi too.

"Stars Hollow" Cozy Mini-Cabin in Muir Valley -RRG
Beautiful cabin, perfect location for Muir Valley. I loved it and will be back as soon as possible.

Rocky Flatts Cabin Pets Welcome No cleaning fee
Lovely cabin in a beautiful, peaceful setting. We will be back!!

Rustic Country cabin in the woods
My kids and I really enjoyed our stay at Steve’s cabin. It was just what we needed for our trip to the annual Mushroom festival. We will definitely be repeat guests!

“NEW” Yogi's Get Away- Big Yard
We had a great weekend and loved how cozy and accommodating the cabin was! The weather wasn't great for hiking but the covered porch and hot tub gave us plenty of space to relax and enjoy. The location was great with multiple sites less than 15 minutes away. Directions were simple and easy to follow and check in was a breeze! Thank you for a great weekend!

Canoe Believe It at The Ridge
Great place to stay! Easy drive to great hiking. The cabin had what we needed, was clean, quiet, and as advertised. Would stay here again!

*NEW HOT TUB* Cabin 25min from RRG/Natural Bridge
It was so nice to stay here! So many nice amenities and John was so helpful even when I asked stupid questions. Great space to hang out and close to hiking spots and Miguel’s pizza! Kitchen was phenomenal. My friends were a bit creeped out by the surroundings but maybe that’s bc we aren’t used to rural Kentucky (we live in rural OH). The hot tub was SO nice. Recommend heating it five hours before you get in, it was not so warm the first night!

Red River Gorge Cozy Cabin No Cleaning fee WiFi
The place was exactly what we expected. We enjoyed the hot tub and the yard. The loft area was perfect for the kids. Tracy was proactive when communicating about the stay.
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June Bug's Bungelow
Had an amazing stay! The space was exactly as described—clean, cozy, and well-equipped with everything we needed. The host was incredibly responsive and thoughtful ensuring we felt right at home. The location was peaceful and there’s a fantastic barbecue restaurant nearby. Would definitely stay here again!

Spacious 3-Bdrm House (great parking for trailers)
Lindsey is a fantastic host. She communicated well, gave us some information about the area and even offered us a late checkout. Great location for climbing at PMRP. Great house with everything you need.

RRG-remote hilltop charm-Great View-HotTuB-Wi-fi!
Our daughter had wonderful experiences in her 2 stays, one with just her dog & one with her husband and dog. She had raved about this place and about Margo, so we booked at our first opportunity, & will return at the next. The house is well-supplied with every need, and the choices of seating are all comfortable. My husband has a back issue; at home, he sleeps mostly in a Lazy-boy chair. At Hill Top, he was able to sleep longer in bed, & napped in one of the comfy chairs. From the house, we took 3 different routes to sightsee, and each route had beautiful forests & farms along the way. Natural Bridge State Park, Stanton which has a lovely little family-owned restaurant, Beattyville where the 3 forks of the Kentucky River merge, Irvine and Ravenna have long historical ties to railroads, and of course, Red River Gorge are all places to enjoy. Even if one wants to spend a few days hanging out, this is a very special, peaceful place to spend time with yourself and with family!

Relaxing 2 bedroom home minutes away from PMRP
Peter’s place is excellent. A comfortable home away from home. Has all the amenities you need and good WiFi.

Pool | Fire Pit | RV Parking | Family Friendly
Staying at the cabin was amazing! It was easy to find, super clean, and had plenty of space for all of us. The fire pit was a highlight—we had so much fun hanging out and making memories together. It was the perfect spot for a relaxing and memorable trip!

The CliffTop Cottage by “Porch Swing Properties”
We will definitely be back to Debbie's place! The view was amazing, the cabin was homey and had everything you would need to enjoy the space! The gaming area below was awesome for unwinding on chillier evenings. The deck with the porch swing was perfect for peaceful morning coffee, even with the nearby rooster lol im familiar with the area but this was definitely a hidden gem!

Candlelight Cabin-Hot Tub-King Bed-Easy Access
Michelle’s place was better than the pictures! My family and I felt right at home, and every hike and excursion I planned was within a 10-15 minute drive from Candlelight Cabin. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!

Green Pastures Getaway
The host Aaron was extremely helpful and kind. This place is beautiful and exactly what we needed which was privacy with a private huge lake for my 8 yo son who loves to fish. We caught upwards of 75 fish on the shore, off the deck, and on the boat. House was cozy and clean. We would definitely go back to this house.
Your guide to Red River Gorge
All About Red River Gorge
Just outside of Lexington in the dense oak-hickory woods of the Daniel Boone National Forest lies Red River Gorge — a unique geological area featuring steep limestone cliffs popular with rock climbers, and winding rivers perfect for paddling. Red River Gorge is also known for its hieroglyph and petroglyph collections scattered throughout the park.
Nicknamed “The Red,” this is one of the world’s best climbing and repelling destinations, and features the largest group of sandstone arches east of the Rocky Mountains. If you’re not much of a climber, you can explore the nearly 500 miles of scenic hikes within the forest, kayak through the underground cave system, or take a picturesque drive along the Red River Gorge Scenic Byway. With the city of Lexington just over an hour away, Red River Gorge makes for an excellent jumping-off point to exploring eastern Kentucky.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Red River Gorge
The eastern Kentucky climate is characterized by moderate swings in conditions throughout the year, with short bursts of dramatic weather and consistent precipitation regardless of the season. The summers in the region tend to be hot and humid, with the occasional thunderstorm rolling across the eastern plains and forests. The winters in Daniel Boone National Forest bring snow and lower temperatures that can dip below freezing.
The shoulder seasons are ideal times for staying in Red River Gorge cabins. Spring and fall offer pleasantly crisp temperatures, and lively spring blooms and brilliant autumn displays of orange, red, and yellow foliage bring color to the rolling landscape.
Several of the communities surrounding the park host an array of events and celebrations throughout the year, one of the regional favorites being the Mountain Mushroom Festival in Irvine. This April event celebrates the local morel mushroom and its unique place in Appalachian cooking. A cook-off, mushroom hunting demonstration, vendors, and street food are all part of the festivities in this two-day event.
Top things to do in Red River Gorge
Auxier Ridge Loop
This moderately difficult, five-mile loop trail is open year-round and is one of the more popular treks in the park. Hikers are taken through the area's beautiful hickory forests and along escarpments providing gorgeous vistas over the surrounding area. The loop's apex is the towering Courthouse Rock, a domed geological formation popular with rock climbers and bouldering enthusiasts.
The Natural Bridge
Located in the adjacent Natural Bridge State Resort Park, this expansive limestone formation is nearly 80 feet long and one of the most impressive sites in the area. You can take a trail that goes directly underneath the arch, and a second trail system provides distant views from a nearby clifftop.
Nada Tunnel
In the early 1900s, the Nada Tunnel was blasted through the mountain as a route for trains carrying lumber to a local mill. The tracks have since been removed, and now a paved road runs through the 900-foot-long tunnel. Only one vehicle can fit inside the small tunnel at a time, and it is unlit except for headlights. There are several petroglyph sites on the park side of the tunnel for the observant traveler to find and explore.
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