Look, we’re not saying Red River Gorge is haunted...
But we are saying it’s got that spooky-hot, moss-drenched, fog-at-dawn energy that makes you wonder if the trees are keeping secrets.

Between the craggy cliffs, whispering forests, sudden fog banks, and places with names like “Whistling Arch,” it’s safe to say the Gorge is a little witchy—and honestly, we’re obsessed.

Here’s why Red River Gorge just might be the spiritual retreat your inner forest witch didn’t know she needed.

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We’re not saying your life is a mess.
But if your coffee tastes like burnout, your to-do list is giving you side-eye, and you’ve started yelling at your phone for “buzzing too loudly,” it might be time.

Not for a spa. Not for a bubble bath.
But for something real. Raw. Ridiculously soul-soothing.

It might just be time for a Gorge getaway.

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Nature's Noisy Neighbors Are Back, and They're Ready to Party

🐜 Meet Brood XIV: The Long-Awaited Guests

Every 17 years, like clockwork, a special brood of cicadas emerges from the ground to fill our forests with their distinctive chorus. This year, Brood XIV, affectionately dubbed the "Bourbon Brood," is making its grand appearance across Kentucky, with Red River Gorge right at the heart of the action.

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Red River Gorge swimming holes | Where to swim in RRG | Family-friendly water spots in Kentucky

It’s hot. You’ve been hiking. Your shirt is clinging in places you didn’t know could sweat. There’s only one thing left to do: find some water and jump in.

Red River Gorge may be famous for its cliffs and trails, but it’s also home to some seriously refreshing swimming spots—from natural creeks to hidden waterfall pools, and even a classic public pool if you’re more into floaties than fish.

Here’s your go-to guide to the best places to cool off in and around Red River Gorge.

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Cinco de Mayo Red River Gorge | Mexican restaurants near RRG | Where to eat tacos in Slade and beyond

Whether you're hiking hard or hardly hiking, Cinco de Mayo is the perfect excuse to eat extra queso and raise a margarita in honor of sunshine, salsa, and solid decisions.

While Red River Gorge is best known for sandstone cliffs and scenic overlooks, it also brings the heat with several Mexican restaurants within a short drive. Whether you're craving street tacos, sizzling fajitas, or a pitcher of frozen bliss after a long day on the trail, we've got your south-of-the-border cravings covered.

Here’s where to fiesta near the Gorge—Cinco de Mayo style (or really, anytime you're taco-motivated).

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