The Official (only!) Newspaper of The Red River Gorge Vol. 5 No. 6
Adventure ~ Relaxation ~ Accommodations ~ Awe Inspiring Natural Beauty ~ Friendly People
Welcome to The Red River Gorge!
Hungry Hiker Bar and Grill is coming soon to the heart of Red River Gorge! With a fresh rustic vibe and warm, woodsy atmosphere, it’s set to be the perfect place to unwind after a day of hiking, climbing, or exploring the gorge. Whether you're a local or just passing through, you’ll love the upgraded space that brings the outdoors in. What’s there to eat? Our new menu will feature a variety of dishes – including stacked burgers (try the Hangover, Bourbon or Cliffhanger!), hand-cut fries, fresh salads and sizzling steaks. We are also proud to serve up Kentucky’s own, Kentucky Hot Brown. If you prefer vegetarian options, search no further than the Grilled Salmon, Shrimp or Veggie Burger. Finally, for those that share, we have mouthwatering appetizers – Fried Pickles, Boneless Wings, Charcuterie Boards, and more! Wash it down with an ice-cold draft beer (rotating selection of local and regional brews). From the smell of sizzling food to the friendly staff and inviting décor, the Hungry Hiker is set to become the go-to spot for good eats and good times in the Gorge. Come hungry and stay tuned for our official opening date!
August 2025 Jerry Ison
Congratulations. You have certainly made the right choice. You are in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge Area where you can experience and enjoy a unique family respite from the day to day rush and stresses of modern living. Here you can find adventure, unequalled natural beauty as well as the quiet comfort and the sweet serenity of country life. This destination is truly unlike any other in America; maybe the whole world! With lush woodlands and sheer sandstone cliffs by the hundreds. Mountains rising majestically into the clear azure sky. Green forests and clear limestone streams. The Red River then completes this spectacular vista making this place as appealing and beckoning as any place on earth. To really appreciate the abundant and varied natural world that is the Gorge, one needs to get up close. Hiking is the perfect excursion into Nature’s world. It’s absolutely the ultimate non-polluting renewable energy method of travel - self power. Hiking any of the hundreds of miles of trails puts you right in the very essence of the many wonders of the unique Gorge characteristics. There are thousands of species of plants– trees, vines, wildflowers, mosses and grasses. Several species are found no place else on earth , only here. If more active adventure is your cup of tea, it can be found in and around the immediate area. Zipping along at 55 miles per hour 300 feet above lush forests, sedately enjoying a waterborne boat ride in a clear water-filled underground cavern to tearing over miles and miles of off road trails and ATV courses. You’ll find adventure, simple to luxurious accommodations, great food, friendly people and memories the entire family will carry and cherish throughout a lifetime. Try A Natural Immersion Years-long studies have shown that people who get out into the natural world, those who immerse themselves in Nature, not only benefit from the physical but also from the mental standpoint. Time away from every day, artificially manufactured or modified environments allows one to clear their minds. Time spent enjoying the natural, uncomplicated surroundings on a mountain top, wading in a clear creek, following a wooded trail or just standing under a deep, clear blue sky has been known to purge stress. Well, you’ve come to the best place we know of to do just that. And more!