Discover the best places to stay while climbing in the Red River Gorge. From camping sites and rustic cabins to comfortable lodges and hotels, find accommodations that suit your style and budget. Whether you prefer to be close to nature in a campsite or enjoy the comforts of a cozy cabin or hotel, our guide helps you choose the perfect place to rest after a day of climbing.
Camping
For those who love the outdoors, camping is a popular and affordable option. There are numerous campgrounds in and around the Red River Gorge, ranging from primitive sites to more developed campgrounds with amenities like showers and restrooms. Notable campgrounds include Miguel’s Pizza and Camping, a favorite among climbers for its community atmosphere and convenient location.
| Campground | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Miguel’s Campground | 1890 Natural Bridge Road, Slade, KY 40376 | 859-421-2597 — Red River Gorge Retreats |
| Lago Linda’s Hideaway | Camping and primitive cabins | (606) 464-2876 — lagolinda.com |
| Land of Arches Campground | No dogs allowed | (606) 668-7074 — landofthearches.com |
| Natural Bridge State Park | Two campgrounds: Middle Fork and Whittleton | (606) 663-2214 — parks.ky.gov |
| Callies Lake and Campground | 5515 Campton Rd, Stanton, KY 40380 | (859) 559-2554 — callieslakeandcampground.com |
Cabins
If you’re looking for a bit more comfort while still being close to nature, renting a cabin might be the perfect choice. The area offers a variety of cabins, from rustic and simple to more luxurious options with modern amenities. Many cabins are located near popular climbing areas, providing easy access to the crags while offering a cozy retreat after a day of adventure. Keep in mind that specific cabin locations vary regardless of where the cabin rental agency is based.
| Cabin Rental | Contact |
|---|---|
| 5 Star Cabins | (606) 663-8858 — naturalbridgecabinrental.com |
| Cabins of Birch Hollow — 170 Birch Hollow Road, Stanton, KY 40380 | (606) 663-0005 — cabinsofbirchhollow.com |
| Cliffview Resort — Lodge, conference center, ziplines, cabins | (888) 596-0525 — cliffviewresort.com |
| Natural Bridge Cabin Co. | (606) 663-3700 — redrivergorgecabins.com |
| Red River Gorge Cabin Rentals | (513) 284-2332 — redrivergorgecabinrentals.com |
| Scenic Cabin Rentals | (513) 919-7150 — sceniccabin.com |
| The Ridge — 456 Natural Bridge Rd, Slade, KY 40376 | (925) 997-6557 — theridgerrg.com |
Lodges
For those who prefer a hotel-like experience, there are several lodges and inns in the Red River Gorge area. These establishments offer comfortable rooms, and some even have dining options within or nearby.
| Lodge | Contact |
|---|---|
| Black Bear Lodge Motel — 781 Natural Bridge Rd, Slade, KY 40376 | (606) 663-0061 — Details |
| Campton Parkway Inn | (606) 663-7072 — redrivergorgeinn.com |
| Hemlock Lodge — Located in Natural Bridge State Park | (606) 663-2214 — parks.ky.gov |
| Lil Abner’s Motel | (606) 663-5384 — lilabnermotel.com |
Airbnb
Airbnb has become a go-to option for selecting comfortable and unique accommodations in our area. You’ll need an Airbnb account to search and book through the platform, but it’s relatively simple to acquire one. From there, Airbnb.com gives you multiple options for searching for unique and special accommodations, from standalone cabins to renting someone’s entire home, hostel-style units, or even a room in an Airbnb host’s home — which is actually how Airbnb got its start. If you want to search by location, try a few of these small towns to get close and convenient options: Rogers, KY; Slade, KY; Campton, KY; Beattyville, KY; and Stanton, KY.
Hostels
If you’re looking for a community stay that doesn’t include camping or tents, you may find BedRock to be an ideal accommodation option. BedRock has bunk-bed-style accommodations or a private room with communal spaces where you can meet fellow climbers and share stories — another great way to connect with the RRG community.
BedRock at The Red — 494 Big Andy Ridge, Rogers, KY 41365 — (615) 969-6321 — bedrockrrg.com
Unique Stays
For a truly memorable experience, consider staying in one of the unique lodging options available in the Gorge, including treehouses and yurts that offer a distinctive blend of comfort and adventure. These accommodations often provide stunning views and a closer connection to the natural surroundings.
| Unique Stay | Contact |
|---|---|
| The Canopy Crew (treehouses) | thecanopycrew.com — 606-663-9824 |
| Red River Gorgeous (treehouses) — 3451 Sky Bridge Road, Stanton, KY 40380 | 606-663-8100 — redrivergorge.com/treehouses |
| Red River Gorge Cabin Rentals (yurts) | 844-692-2246 — Yurt rentals |
Transportation
Since there is little to no public transportation in the Red River Gorge region, visitors will be exploring with their own personal vehicles. A 2WD vehicle with decent clearance will only be minorly limiting — most climbing crags will be accessible, but you may have to walk a further distance. AWD or 4WD with good clearance will give you the greatest access advantage to all RRG climbing crags. If you’re staying at some of the local campgrounds, you can often find folks to carpool to the crag with. There are also a couple of transportation options if you need a ride to or around the Red.
Red River Gorge Shuttle offers transportation for folks from Kentucky’s major metropolitan areas of Lexington and Louisville looking to travel to the Red River Gorge. Whether you’re looking to get to the numerous hiking trails, climbing areas, or other local attractions, they have you covered: redrivergorgeshuttle.com