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Exploring Your National Forest United States Department of Agriculture Exploring your national forest • The Daniel Boone National Forest Dense woodlands, towering has campgrounds, picnic areas and cliffs and plunging waterfalls other developed recreation sites for are just a few of the natural outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. wonders waiting for you to discover. • Nearly 600 miles of trails, including the Sheltowee Trace National The Daniel Boone National Recreation Trail, are open for hikers, Forest extends across the horseback riders, mountain bikers western plateau region of the and off-highway vehicle riders along Appalachian Mountains. Named designated routes. for the adventurous pioneer who once explored these rugged • Cave Run Lake, Laurel River Lake lands, the forest attracts more and the Red River Gorge Geological than a million visitors each year. Area are among the most popular attractions. The forest is divided into four ranger districts: Cumberland, • Two wilderness areas, Clifty National forest or London, Stearns and Redbird. Wilderness and Beaver Creek You can contact the districts Wilderness, provide quiet places to national park? enjoy nature and solitude. to learn more about camping, The Daniel Boone National Forest is hiking, boating, hunting, fishing • Five wildlife management areas part of the national forest system. and many other outdoor are managed in cooperation with It spans nearly 709,000 acres across opportunities. the Kentucky Department of Fish 21 counties of eastern Kentucky. and Wildlife Resources to provide National forests are managed to abundant game and nongame provide our nation with wood, clean populations. water, fish and wildlife, outdoor • Four scenic byways transect the recreation and more. National forest to offer breathtaking scenery Parks are managed by a different and a glimpse of Kentucky’s natural agency, under the U.S. Department history. of Interior, primarily for the preservation of natural and cultural resources. Forest Daniel Boone R8-RG 491 August 2017 Service National Forest Caring for the land and serving people In 1905, Congress established the Forest Service under the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Today, the agency manages and protects 154 national forests and 20 grasslands in 43 states and Puerto Rico. The agency’s mission is to sustain the health, diversity and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. Job Corps Centers The Daniel Boone National Forest hosts three Job Corps centers – Frenchburg, Pine Knot and Great Onyx. Job Corps is an educational and vocational The Forest Supervisor’s office in training program administered by the U.S. Winchester, Ky., is an information Department of Labor for young adults. Students and administrative office and is learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED not actually in the forest. Call one and get help finding a job. For more information call of the district offices for specific 1-800-733-JOBS or 1-800-733-5627. information about trails and camping near the area you plan on visiting. National forest lands Cumberland Ranger District The public lands that make up the Daniel Boone 2375 KY 801 South National Forest are interspersed with state and Morehead KY 40351 private lands across 21 eastern Kentucky counties. 606-784-6428 The map areas in green represent Gladie Visitor Center national forest lands. 3451 Sky Bridge Road Hwy 715 The national forest boundary lines are Stanton KY 40380 marked with signs and red paint. The 606-663-8100 signs are placed to represent public London Ranger District lands behind the signs. If you need 761 S. Laurel Road to verify boundary line locations, London KY 40744 contact the nearest district 606-864-4163 office. Stearns Ranger District 3320 US 27 North Whitley City KY 42653 606-376-5323 Redbird Ranger District 91 Peabody Road Big Creek KY 40314 National forest land is 606-598-2192 behind trees marked Supervisor’s Office like this. 1700 Bypass Road Winchester KY 40391 Motor Vehicle Use Maps 859-745-3100 These maps show national forest roads and trails that are designated for motorized use. Forest Service travel Website rules and regulations identify vehicle types allowed on www.fs.usda.gov/dbnf each route. For more information, visit the Daniel Boone National Forest website or contact a ranger district office. 2 NOTE: This map is intended to provide general locations and is not an official transportation or trail map. For more detailed road maps, topographical maps or trail guides, please contact a district office. 3 Cumberland Ranger District | 2375 KY 801 S. | Morehead KY 40351 | 606-784-6428 Cave Run Lake Clear Creek Iron Cave Run Lake provides 8,270 acres of Furnace water surface for boating, fishing and In the 1830s, Kentucky ranked third in other water sports. The developed the nation for pig iron production. This campgrounds have sites for tent and historic furnace stands as a reminder RV camping. More than a dozen boat of days long past. A nearby picnic area ramps provide easy lake access. A fee provides a relaxing place for visitors. pass is required to use Alfrey, Claylick, The area is closed during winter Longbow, Poppin Rock and Scott months, but foot travel is welcome all Creek boat ramps. Two marinas offer year. boat rentals, fuel and other supplies. Cave Run Lake Cave Run Lake trails A network of scenic trails are designed for multiple use. All trails are open to hikers year round. Several trails are designated for mountain bikers and horseback riders. Seasonal restrictions apply on some trails. The White Sulphur OHV Trail, a 17- mile system of connecting loops, is open to off-highway vehicles from May 1 to Nov. 30. Clear Creek Iron Furnace National Recreation Reservation System (NRRS) - For reservations, Pioneer Weapons call 1-877-444-6777 or go online at www.recreation.gov. Wildlife Reservations can be made for summer recreation season only. Management Area Reservation fees apply. Some picnic shelters may be reserved This 7,610-acre tract is set by calling the Cumberland Ranger Fee Reservations Site at Pay Sites Tent Cabins Picnic Tables Picnic Shelter Restrooms Drinking Water Showers Sites RV Electricity Dump Station Camp Horse Watering Horse Ramp Boat Mooring Boat Beach aside for hunting game with District at 606-784-6428. primitive weapons such as Boat Gunnel Group Use Area l l l l l l l l muzzle-loading firearms, Reserve through NRRS April-Sept. bows and crossbows. Claylick Boat-in Campground l l 13 l l l l l Reduced rates during winter Hunting with modern Clear Creek Campground l l l l l breech-loading firearms is Reduced rates during winter prohibited in this area. Paragon Dispersed Camping 7 l 7 designated campsites Twin Knobs Campground l l 199 l l l l l l l l l l Clear Creek Reserve through NRRS White Sulphur Horse Camp l l l l l Shooting Range Reduced rates during winter Practice your aim with Zilpo Campground l l 166 12 l l l l l l l l l l Cabins & some campsites may be modern or pioneer reserved through NRRS firearms. The facility Billy Branch Picnic Area l l provides four shooting Clear Creek Picnic Area l l l tables with designated Twin Knobs Group Use Areas l l l l l target distances. A day-use Picnic shelters reserved through NRRS; fees vary fee is required. 4 Cumberland Ranger District | 2375 KY 801 S. | Morehead KY 40351 | 606-784-6428 5 Gladie Visitor Center | 3451 Sky Bridge Rd. | Stanton KY 40380 | 606-663-8100 Red River Gorge The Red River Gorge Geological Area provides breathtaking scenery and unique geological features, including hundreds of sandstone arches and miles of towering cliffs. The gorge attracts outdoor recreation enthusiasts year round. Clifty Wilderness Cliffline in the Red River Gorge Nada Tunnel An interesting way to enter the gorge Clifty Wilderness Hiking trails is through Nada Tunnel along KY 77. In the early 1900s, this one-lane tunnel This 12,646-acre area was designated Nearly 70 miles of hiking trails loop as a wilderness to preserve its wild and interconnect throughout the was developed for railroad transport of timber from the gorge. state and natural beauty. Motorized gorge. Many trails are strenuous due and mechanized equipment, including to rugged terrain. All official trails are bicycles and drones, are prohibited. blazed with white diamond-shaped markers. Motorized vehicles are Koomer Ridge prohibited. Campground Gladie Visitor Center This semi-primitive campground Interpretive exhibits provide a glimpse provides more than 50 campsites for into the past and convey the wild, tent and trailer camping. The sites are natural beauty of the Red River available on a first-come, first-served Gorge. The historic Gladie Cabin is basis. The campground is open year nearby and open to the public during round. A camping fee is required. summer months. Visitor information, maps and permits are available at the center. Gladie Visitor Center KNOW THE RULES • Alcohol is prohibited in public places. Under Kentucky law, alcohol consumption in public places is prohibited outside of licensed venues. Please Wolfe County Search and Rescue remember that national forest lands are public lands and state laws are enforced. Dangerous cliffs • Camping and fire-building are prohibited at the base of a cliff or in rock • Stay away from the edge of cliffs. The shelters. Campers must be 100 feet from the base of a cliff and 300 feet rock can be slippery, especially when from any road or trail. wet. • Get your permit for backcountry camping in the gorge. All vehicles must • Avoid setting up camp near the edge display a permit between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Permits are available at local of cliffs.
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