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Recreation Region: Red River Gorge

Red River Gorge Scenic Byway

The Red River Gorge Scenic Byway is approximately 46 miles long with travel time of approximately one hour. Allow extra time to stop and enjoy some of the points of interest along the way, such as the Gladie Visitor Center, Nada Tunnel, and views of stone arches or unique rock formations. Portions of the byway also parallel the Red River, a designated wild and scenic river. 

Learn more from the National Scenic Byway Foundation

General Information

Open year-round

Open 24 hours/day

No Fees are required for this site. 

Forest Service portal sign for Gladie Cultural-Environmental Learning Center, Daniel Boone National Forest in front of a parking lot with vehicles and a visitor center building surrounded by forest.

Address: 3451 Sky Bridge Road Stanton, KY 40380
Phone: Currently Unavailable
Hours: Thursday through Monday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: gladie@gofindoutdoors.org

Getting There

Directions

The route begins in Stanton on State Highway 11 and heads east. Instead of continuing straight on State Highway 11, visitors will make a loop following the Red River using State Highways 77, 715, and 402 before rejoining State Highway 11. The route follows State Highway 11 until its termination point in Zachariah.

Travel Considerations

Vehicles larger than 12 feet wide or 12 feet tall should enter the Gorge from the KY 715 end of the byway, or from the north side on KY 77. Large vehicles may not be able to pass through Nada Tunnel.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 7th, 2025