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Glady Trailhead

Glady Trailhead is located off Leatherwood Road (#129) near Cave Run Lake and is an access point for both Cave Run Lake Trail #116 and Leatherwood Loop Trail #116A, which wind through a mature hardwood forest with rock formations and views of cliff areas along the way. Creek water for horses is available along most of the trail.

General Information

The trail is open to horses and hikers from May 15 to December 15 and to hikers only from December 16 to May 14. 

Open 24 hours/day 

No fees are required for this site

Cumberland District Office and Visitor Center portal sign

Address: 2375 KY 801 South Morehead, KY 40351
Phone: 606-784-6428
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 38.03035838

Longitude: -83.54936019

Directions

From I-64, take exit 133 (Farmers Sharkey) and go south on KY 801. Turn right onto US 60. At Salt Lick, turn left onto KY 211. Stay on 211 for several miles until you see Clear Creek Road/Leatherwood Road (Forest Service Road 129) on the left. Continue on 129 till you see Glady Trailhead on the righthand side of the road.

Parking

Parking is available at the site.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 29, 2026