Before visiting the Daniel Boone National Forest, there is information you should know about. In the Alert section you will find information about current conditions and closures on the forest.
We want your visit to be an enjoyable one. By following national forest rules and regulations, your outdoor recreation experience should prove rewarding and other visitors will likewise enjoy their visits. Please visit the rules and regulations page for more information.
In recognition of National Public Lands Day 2018, the Daniel Boone National Forest is waiving fees at multiple recreation areas. On Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22, no recreation fee pass is required for overnight campers in the Red River Gorge backcountry, Barren Fork Horse Camp in McCreary County, or Bee Rock Campground along the Rockcastle River of Laurel and Pulaski counties. On Saturday, Sept 22, no recreation fee pass is required at Cave Run Lake boat ramps outside of developed campgrounds; Laurel River Lake boat ramps outside of developed campgrounds; Natural Arch Scenic Area, McCreary County; Keno Shooting Range, Pulaski County; Appletree Shooting Range, McCreary County; Redbird Crest Trail, Clay and Leslie counties; and White Sulphur ATV Trail, Bath County.
National Public Lands Day began in 1994 to celebrate volunteer service and recreation on public land.
Know Before You Go about drone use on national forest lands. Recreational drone use is allowed in general forest areas with some exceptions: 1). Drones are not permitted in designated wilderness areas. The Daniel Boone National Forest has two wilderness areas - Clifty Wilderness in the Red River Gorge and Beaver Creek Wilderness on the Stearns Ranger District. 2). Drones are not allowed to interfere with wildland firefighting activities or fly in areas with a Temporary Flight Restriction; 3). Drones cannot be used to intentionally disturb or harass wildlife.
Remember to respect other visitors' privacy and their outdoor recreational experience by not flying drones in their vicinity.
Commercial drone use requires a permit. All FAA flight restrictions and policy for drones apply on national forest lands.
Black bears have been reported at three separate campground recently - Holly Bay and Grove campgrounds on Laurel River Lake and the Clear Creek area west of Cave Run Lake. For your safety, be sure to follow food storage orders when camping in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Learn more at http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/dbnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5281070.
Black bears have returned to Kentucky. When visiting the Daniel Boone National Forest, it is important to take appropriate safety precautions. Learn more....
Check out the Cumberland Ranger District Habitat map showing Pioneer Weapons WMA, Wildfire Activity Since 2010, Wildlife Openings, Timber Harvests Since 2010 and Constructed Wildlife Wetlands.
Recently, we have been asked if motor vehicles can legally access the Whites Branch Arch trail, also known as The Narrows in Powell County. This trail section is part of the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail #100 and is designated for foot travel only. Motorized vehicle use is prohibited due to concerns for resource protection and visitor safety.
Fireworks of any type are prohibited on national forest lands of the Daniel Boone National Forest. When visiting the forest, please leave fireworks at home and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature instead.
Media coverage is an integral part of keeping the public informed about wildfire activity in their community, but to ensure personal safety and avoid interrupting firefighting efforts, all news media should notify the appropriate agency before going to a wildland fire location.
Before traveling or going outdoors to play, it's good to check the current weather and weather forecast. Especially in mountainous areas, local conditions can change quickly. Be well prepared so you can enjoy your trip.
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