Guided Hiking in
Red River Gorge, Kentucky
Away from the crowds | Immersed in nature | Offering private and inclusive group hikes
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Red River Gorge Experiences
About RRG Experiences
All of our hiking guides are CPR/First Aid Certified, our lead guides are trained as Leave No Trace Trainers and all hold Wilderness First Aid certifications. Collectively we have traversed and ascended more than 2,000 miles in total from all of the trails we have hiked and routes we have rock climbed in the region.
We would love to take you on a hike and can curate your entire visit with customized itineraries so that you make the most of your time in the Red.
Red River Gorge Experiences is a woman owned small business, committed to providing welcoming and inclusive experiences for all people. We are a licensed and insured hiking guide service authorized to lead guided hikes on private property and nature preserves in the area.
We partner with other agencies to offer guided rock climbing experiences and guided hikes in the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Hiking tours and customized itineraries chock full of adventure are waiting for you!
Private Guided Hikes
This option is for you if you need more schedule flexibility or want to have a hike planned specifically for you or your group.
Rock Climbing / Hiking Packages
Do you have some folks in your group that want to rock climb and others that just want to hike? We can make that happen!
Red River Gorge Geological Area
Known as The Red by rock climbers and The Gorge by many Kentuckians, the area was Federally protected in 1993. Join us for a guided hike for a little taste of the regionâs history and what makes it so special.
Join us for our Arches, Caves and Waterfalls hike with a twist! We will welcome the start of the Summer season with a guided hike immersed in the awe and wonder of the Red River Gorge!
This experience will take you through the woods on dirt trails, navigating large rocks, delighting in small arches, a cave and basking in the sound of some ephemeral waterfalls!
Distance: 5 miles
Experience duration: 4 hours
Recommended for hikers 12 and older
Reach out if you have any questions and to book your spot for Summer Solstice Hike (our Arches, Caves & Waterfalls hike with a twist), Friday, June 20, 2025 @ 9AM. Snacks, good vibes and stories provided.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book your spot.
Red River Gorge Experiences is a woman-owned small business dedicated to getting all people outdoors. We are your ally in adventure!
ð hikes are respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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Join us and welcome the start of the Summer season with a guided hike immersed in the awe and wonder of the Red River Gorge!
This experience will take you through the woods on dirt trails, navigating large rocks, delighting in small arches, a cave and maybe even basking in the sound of some ephemeral waterfalls!
Distance: 5 miles
Experience duration: 4 hours
Recommended for hikers 12 and older
Reach out if you have any questions and to book your spot for Summer Solstice Hike (our Arches, Caves & Waterfalls hike with a twist), Friday, June 20, 2025 @ 9AM.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book your spot.
ð hikes are respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Experience the joy, awe and wonder of discovering what plants and creatures call the woods home, and which of those plants make tasty snacks for people, too!
This program is a slow paced walk along an uneven dirt trail and in the woods. Explorers might walk up to 2.5 miles during this guided adventure.
We recommend this program for ages 8 and older, but if you have younger explorers that are ready to tackle up to 3 miles of roaming, they can join the fun, too! Reach out if you have any questions and to book your spot for Animal Tracks & Woodland Snacks, Saturday, February 8, 2025 @ 2PM.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book.
ð hikes are respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Join us to spark your curiosity and sense of adventure as you wander through the woods with your naturalist guide to see what woodland creatures have been there before you. Along the way your guide will also point out snacks the woods provides for people, too!
We recommend this program for ages 8 and older, but if you have younger explorers that are ready to tackle up to 3 miles of roaming, they can join the fun, too! Reach out if you have any questions and to book your spot for Animal Tracks & Woodland Snacks, Saturday, February 8, 2025 @ 2PM.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book your spot.
ð hikes are respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2025.
Start the new year off with an adventure thatâs fun for all ages. We recommend this for ages 8 and older, but if you have younger explorers that are ready to tackle up to 3 miles of roaming, they can join the fun, too! Reach out if you have any questions and to book your spot for Animal Tracks & Woodland Snacks, Saturday, February 8, 2025 @ 2PM.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book your spot.
ð hikes are respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
#visitrrg #rrgexperiences #redrivergorge #rrg #getoutside #explorekentucky #travelky #visitlex #explorestanton #diversifyoutdoors
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The magic of the Red River Gorge was on sparkling display this morning after some recent snowfall. Today marks the first day of winter, and tomorrow begins incremental increases of daylight in the days ahead.
We are thankful to be able to respectfully explore this land, and we are honored to share it with you.
Our next scheduled hike is January 10, 2025 - Animal Tracks & Woodland Snacks, we hope you can join us!
Private guided hikes are available year-round.
Call or email us to book your next adventure in the Red River Gorge!
ð images are from hikes gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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It is a special time of year to explore the woods - a majority of the trees and shrubs have dropped their leaves so you can see treasures typically hidden by foliage.
Join us for an adventure and discover new things that speak to your soul when you disconnect from busyness and savor the simplicity of being outdoors.
Contact us at 859-379-8328 or rrgexperiences@gmail.com
ð images are from hikes respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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Join us for a walk in the woods as we bid farewell to Fall. Unwind with the soothing sounds of nature as you hike in the woods with your naturalist guide. You will learn about the history and geology of the area, and we will share some hiking and navigating tips along the way.
Whether youâre a seasoned hiker or taking a walk in the woods for the first time, this guided experience will leave you with a sense of connection to the outdoors and the magic of the Red River Gorge.
This inspiring experience is suitable for all ages. This walk will be on uneven dirt trails with some elevation change and approximately 2.5 miles distance.
Limited spots are available â book your adventure today! Registration closes 6PM, Monday, December 9.
Call 859-379-8328 or email rrgexperiences@gmail.com with any questions and to book your spot.
ð image is from a hike respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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We are thrilled to have Joy Hopkins curating and leading a few special hikes with us this winter. She has a beautiful connection to the land, a reverence for every living thing, and the passion to share her knowledge and the bounty of the outdoors with others.
Join us for one, two, or all three of these unique experiences! To book your spot - call or send us an email and weâll get your registration to a winter adventure in the RRG started!
ð images are from hikes respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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We celebrate Motherâs Day everyday with the good fortune we have to soak up and share the splendor of Mother Nature.
May you get outside today and enjoy the outdoors.
Let us know when you would like to take in moments like these together, we would be glad to show off what Mother Nature has to offer in the Red River Gorge region.
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About us: We are a woman-owned small business in Kentucky. With respect and intention, we foster inclusive experiences so that hikers feel welcome to show up and recreate in the outdoors as their authentic self.âš
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ð images are from hikes respectfully and gratefully experienced on ancestral lands of the Shawnee and Cherokee peoples
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âTis the season! If you frequently explore the woods and fields in Kentucky we recommend treating your clothing and gear with preventative repellant to minimize pesky parasites from hitching a ride or taking a bite out of your adventures.
Weâll share a link to the Center for Disease Control article about tick prevention in the comments below.
Happy adventuring, friends!
Weâll be happy to share the trail with you this year - get in touch with us at rrgexperiences.com or 859-379-8328 to book your private guided hike away from the crowds!
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The magic of the Red River Gorge shines throughout the year - each season with its own twist. Late winter brings more precipitation and the ephemeral waterfalls in the area show off.
We appreciate the opportunity to soak up the splendor of these magical places and are honored to share them with you.
Join us for a private guided hike and experience the awe and wonder for yourself!
ðRespectfully and gratefully recorded on the lands of the Cherokee and Shawnee people.
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