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Three Forks of Beaver Trailhead

Three Forks of Beaver Trailhead is located off Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek Wilderness and provides access to several trails. Three Forks of Beaver Loop Trail and Three Forks of Beaver Spur Trail provide panoramic views of the three forks that join to form Beaver Creek. The Three Forks of Beaver Trail leads below the cliff line to Beaver Creek where it connects with Middle Ridge Trail. The site has parking and visitor information.

General Information

Open year-round

Open 24 hours/day

No fees are required for this site

Landscape of the Stearns Ranger District office.

Address: 3320 US 27 North Whitley City, KY 42653
Phone: 606-376-5323
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.907025

Longitude: -84.449248

Directions

From Whitley City, take US 27 north 12.5 miles. Turn right onto Bauer Road and continue for 2.25 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 51 for .8 mile. The trailhead will be on your left.

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.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 29, 2025