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Vacation rentals in Red River Gorge

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Cabin in Pine Ridge
Cliffside Romantic Retreat LOVE
Fall in love at the unique and tranquil getaway of the "Tis So Sweet Cliffside Cabin". The space is designed for a lovers retreat with luxuries of a spa bathroom, massage chair, fire table, recliner seat hot tub, and much more! This newly built cabin is peacefully secluded, yet still only a few miles away from the Natural Bridge State Park, Red River Gorge, Daniel Boone National Forest, underground kayaking, zip lines, rock climbing, swimming, delicious food and many other local attractions.
$206 per night
Cabin in Slade
Moonbow Cabin-RRG hot tub-new build-no pet fee
Welcome to Moonbow Cabin, your perfect getaway for two in the Red River Gorge. Privately situated on a wooded lot you'll discover this brand new brilliantly designed cabin! Star gazers, hikers, climbers, and couples of all ages will find this cabin to be a perfect basecamp for all the gorge has to offer. Centrally located near activities, restaurants, and hikes; yet completely secluded from the hustle and bustle! No cleaning fee and reasonable rates makes this a smart choice! Come relax!
$157 per night
Cabin in Campton
Inverness Cabin - romantic, luxury, hot tub, sauna
Welcome to Inverness Cabin, the couple's getaway in the Red River Gorge! Every detail of this private cabin has been thought out to provide a truly perfect experience. Lux king mattress, work station, two fireplaces, soaking tub, quartz countertops, 2 person shower with 3 shower heads, 2 person sauna, even a pot faucet on the stove! 2 GB Wifi, Chromecasts, games, outdoor firepit, just to name a few more amenities. Brand new build! Covered hot tub on the back patio with outdoor shower!
$222 per night

Other great vacation rentals in Red River Gorge

Cabin in Powell County
Cliffline Twilight*WOW*Hot tub-No cleaning fee!
$219 per night
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Cabin in Stanton
Beech Ridge - Charming Cabin in Perfect Location
$238 per night
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Cabin in Pine Ridge
Cliffside Cabin 2 King ALCOVES, Hot Tub, Cargo Net
$243 per night
Cabin in Slade
Mountain Chalet, hot tub, no cleaning or pet fee!
$161 per night

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.