Natural Bridge State Park, a Kentucky State Park located near Irvine, Richmond

Natural Bridge State Park Skybridge © Ted Denman
This shot was taken on a hike through the Red River Gorge. This arch is named Sky Bridge.

Natural Bridge State Park © Ted Denman

Natural Bridge State Park © Ben Prepelka

Natural Bridge State Park © Terri Connor

Natural Bridge State Park Barn Quilt in the Gorge © Wendy Rogers
Kentuckys quiliting heritage is proudly displayed on barns throughout the Natural Bridge and Red River Gorge areas

Natural Bridge State Park Kentucky drinking fountain © Wendy Rogers

Natural Bridge State Park © Dorothy Weatherly

Natural Bridge State Park Rain dripping in front of Nada Tunnel © Wendy Rogers

Natural Bridge State Park Nada Mountain Spring © Wendy Rogers
best drinking water EVER

Natural Bridge State Park Nadas fall attire © Wendy Rogers
Dressed in her beautiful fall colors, Nadas mountain sprng is as delicious as ever...

Natural Bridge State Park Nada Tunnel, near Natural Bridge © Wendy Rogers
considered part of the Red River Gorge, this beautiful area is just minutes from Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge State Park Torrent Falls Climbing Area © Wendy Rogers
near Natural Bridge State Park - this site also offers a bed and breakfast

NATURAL BRIDGE STATE PARK

NATURAL BRIDGE STATE PARK
2135 Natural Bridge Road
Slade, Kentucky 40376-9701

Phone: 606-663-2214
Toll Free: 800-325-1710
Reservations: 606-663-2214

It has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which this park takes its name. Located adjacent to the Daniel Boone National Forest, near the Red River Gorge Geological Area, the bridge spans 78 feet and is 65 feet high.

At Natural Bridge, each season has a unique charm. Hikers are drawn to this rugged, scenic area of high stone cliffs and stone arches, but tenderfoots can also enjoy the scenic, ridge-top views from the park¿s sky lift. Hemlock Lodge is nestled in the mountainside, overlooking a pool complex and Hoedown Island.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

October 15 My favorite Stae Park by Appalwood

My grandfather loved this place and brought me up to visit each year since I was a kid. That was 40 years ago and I have been taking my kids and their friends to hike and sight see. This park represents to me all of the beauty of Kentucky.

January 6 Grand Canyon of the east by Lover of the wilderness

There is no other place like it. A hidden gem in Kentuckey. If you go there you will be glad you did. I loved it.

July 28 A beautiful place to relax and hike. by leigh

Can hike on trails, take long walks using paved trails, relax by the pool or on your balcony. Can see the beauty of the Natural Bridge and the surrounding area.