Star Gap Arch - Jailhouse Rock - Rocky Branch Overlook - Red River Gorge

Hike Description:

The Star Gap Arch trail travels along a ridge which extends northward off of the Tunnel Ridge Road/Double Arch Trail. Not being one of the "official" numbered Red River Gorge trails it is a bit rough in places with overgrowth; shorts are not recommended. A descent/climb in and out of a gap with some rock scrambling makes it moderate difficulty. Also be aware that this trail contains some very precipitous drop-offs, so some caution is advised.

The Jailhouse Rock trail travels along a ridge which extends northward off of the Tunnel Ridge Road/Double Arch Trail. Not being one of the "official" numbered Red River Gorge trails it is a bit rough in places with overgrowth, but no real bushwhacking required. While mostly ridge-walking, it would normally get an easy designation, but a descent/climb in and out of a gap with some minor scrambling makes it moderately difficult in that place. Also be aware that this trail contains some very precipitous drop-offs, so some caution is advised.

Total hike approx. 7-8 miles.

Directions for Trailhead:

From the I-64/I-75 southern split, drive east on I-64 16.4 mi, exit 98 Combs Mountain Parkway; drive 32 mi to exit 33, Hwy 15 (Slade); from exit go left, then immediate right, follow Hwy 15, 3.2 mi; turn L onto Tunnel Ridge Rd (cross bridge over Parkway); drive approx 3.8 mi to Auxier Ridge trail parking area, on R, meet here at 10:000AM.

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