Vacation rentals in Red River Gorge

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Dome in Wolfe County

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

"Home Sweet Dome" MODERN TREEHOUSE STAY w/ Hot Tub

A rare, elevated stay in Red River Gorge, this property offers the perfect setting for an upscale glamping experience. This newly-built dome combines modern design with earthy textures- giving you a "home sweet home" type feeling. Bring your crew over the river and through the woods to our 26-acres of woodlands, with free access to Spirit Lake. Located 15 mins. from Natural Bridge State Park in Daniel Boone Nat. Forest. Come hike, climb, and explore the good ole' outdoors! *4WD VEHICLES ADVISED*

Sep 28 – Oct 5

$545 per night
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Cabin in Pine Ridge

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Cliffside Romantic Retreat LOVE

Fall in love at the unique and tranquil getaway of the "Tis So Sweet Cliffside Cabin". The space is designed for a lovers retreat with luxuries of a spa bathroom, massage chair, fire table, recliner seat hot tub, and much more! This newly built cabin is peacefully secluded, yet still only a few miles away from the Natural Bridge State Park, Red River Gorge, Daniel Boone National Forest, underground kayaking, zip lines, rock climbing, swimming, delicious food and many other local attractions.

Oct 28 – Nov 4

$270 per night
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Guesthouse in Pine Ridge

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 319 reviews

Family Guest House-near Red River Gorge&MuirValley

The bedroom has a pillow top queen mattress, t.v., DVD player and charging station. The bathroom has a bathtub/shower combo and lots of extras. The living room has a full size futon, a smart tv with Netflix and Amazon Prime. There is also an electric fireplace and Wii with several games. There is free wifi. There is a full kitchen with all appliances and a Primo water tank for purified water. A full sized washer and dryer are also available if needed. Our home has central heat and air as well.

Dec 31 – Jan 7

$84 per night

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Treehouse in Stanton

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 545 reviews

PRIVATE romantic TREEHOUSE w/AC! ★ The Lions Lair

Nov 23 – 30

$170 per night
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Cabin in Slade

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Fireside, Extraordinary Couples Cabin

Sep 25 – Oct 2

$157 per night
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Dome in Rogers

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews

Cozy dome w/ hot tub minutes from Red River Gorge

Mar 21 – 28

$130 per night
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Cabin in Slade

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

Canoe Believe It at The Ridge

Jan 5 – 12

$106 per night
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Cabin in Wolfe County

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Unique Luxury Couples Cabin in Red River Gorge!

Feb 24 – Mar 3

$119 per night
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Cabin in Campton

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Remodel-New Hot Tub & Massaging Recliners w/Heat

Nov 12 – 19

$137 per night
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Cabin in Slade

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

The Flying Squirrel Cabin

Nov 11 – 18

$125 per night
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Cabin in Rogers

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

Modern A Frame | Red River Gorge

Jun 27 – Jul 4

$307 per night
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Tiny home in North Campton

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

The Tiny: Off-Grid Microcabin (NEW!)

Nov 5 – 12

$77 per night
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Cabin in Frenchburg

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviews

Shine On near Red River Gorge!

Jan 9 – 16

$132 per night
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Cabin in Campton

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Brand New Luxury Cabin in RRG!

Mar 16 – 23

$163 per night
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Cabin in Wolfe County

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

Poplar Cove-Near Red River Gorge

Jul 30 – Aug 6

$139 per night

Your guide to Red River Gorge

All About Red River Gorge

Just outside of Lexington in the dense oak-hickory woods of the Daniel Boone National Forest lies Red River Gorge — a unique geological area featuring steep limestone cliffs popular with rock climbers, and winding rivers perfect for paddling. Red River Gorge is also known for its hieroglyph and petroglyph collections scattered throughout the park.

Nicknamed “The Red,” this is one of the world’s best climbing and repelling destinations, and features the largest group of sandstone arches east of the Rocky Mountains. If you’re not much of a climber, you can explore the nearly 500 miles of scenic hikes within the forest, kayak through the underground cave system, or take a picturesque drive along the Red River Gorge Scenic Byway. With the city of Lexington just over an hour away, Red River Gorge makes for an excellent jumping-off point to exploring eastern Kentucky.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Red River Gorge

The eastern Kentucky climate is characterized by moderate swings in conditions throughout the year, with short bursts of dramatic weather and consistent precipitation regardless of the season. The summers in the region tend to be hot and humid, with the occasional thunderstorm rolling across the eastern plains and forests. The winters in Daniel Boone National Forest bring snow and lower temperatures that can dip below freezing.

The shoulder seasons are ideal times for staying in Red River Gorge cabins. Spring and fall offer pleasantly crisp temperatures, and lively spring blooms and brilliant autumn displays of orange, red, and yellow foliage bring color to the rolling landscape.

Several of the communities surrounding the park host an array of events and celebrations throughout the year, one of the regional favorites being the Mountain Mushroom Festival in Irvine. This April event celebrates the local morel mushroom and its unique place in Appalachian cooking. A cook-off, mushroom hunting demonstration, vendors, and street food are all part of the festivities in this two-day event.


Top things to do in Red River Gorge

Auxier Ridge Loop

This moderately difficult, five-mile loop trail is open year-round and is one of the more popular treks in the park. Hikers are taken through the area's beautiful hickory forests and along escarpments providing gorgeous vistas over the surrounding area. The loop's apex is the towering Courthouse Rock, a domed geological formation popular with rock climbers and bouldering enthusiasts.

The Natural Bridge

Located in the adjacent Natural Bridge State Resort Park, this expansive limestone formation is nearly 80 feet long and one of the most impressive sites in the area. You can take a trail that goes directly underneath the arch, and a second trail system provides distant views from a nearby clifftop.

Nada Tunnel

In the early 1900s, the Nada Tunnel was blasted through the mountain as a route for trains carrying lumber to a local mill. The tracks have since been removed, and now a paved road runs through the 900-foot-long tunnel. Only one vehicle can fit inside the small tunnel at a time, and it is unlit except for headlights. There are several petroglyph sites on the park side of the tunnel for the observant traveler to find and explore.

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