Sky Bridge Picnic Area

This is our recommended parking spot. There are many other options, but this is the best spot to explore the top hiking trails.

We recommend using restrooms before starting activities, specially if you have kids.

Sky Bridge Arch is a striking natural sandstone arch in the Red River Gorge Geological Area, offering panoramic views of the surrounding forested canyon and allowing visitors to walk both beneath and across the top of the formation.

Buzzard’s Roost is a scenic overlook near the Sky Bridge Picnic Area in Red River Gorge, offering breathtaking views of the Red River valley, rugged sandstone cliffs, and some of the area's most spectacular sunset vistas.

Swift Creek Overlook is a picturesque viewpoint in Red River Gorge that provides sweeping views of the surrounding forested hills, sandstone cliffs, and the winding Swift Creek valley below.

Whistling Arch is a unique natural sandstone arch in Red River Gorge known for the distinctive whistling sound that can occur when wind passes through its opening, creating an interesting geological and acoustic feature.

Eagle’s Nest is a dramatic cliffside overlook in Red River Gorge that rewards hikers with breathtaking panoramic views of the Red River, surrounding sandstone ridges, and the rugged wilderness of the Daniel Boone National Forest.