Kentucky’s Red River Gorge is a place of immense beauty and wonder, with some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. It’s a place worth stopping to savor, and the best way to do this is from above. Happily, you don’t have to embark on a strenuous trek to do this; you simply have to step aboard a skylift! The Natural Bridge Skylift takes visitors high above the beautiful Gorge, offering birds-eye views of this resplendent region in Kentucky.
With stunning geological features and sweeping panoramas, Natural Bridge is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the region – and there are many ways to take it all in.
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The hiking in this area is extraordinary, offering adventurers an up-close look at the commanding natural arches and geological formations for which Kentucky is well known.
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But in our opinion, the best way to enjoy this beautiful Bluegrass wonder is from above.
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The Skylift is a spectacular way to experience the scenic splendor of Natural Bridge, offering birds-eye views of this extraordinary expanse in Kentucky.
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This popular attraction takes visitors on a mile-long journey through spectacular mountain scenery, letting folks sit back and soak up the views.
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The ascent begins one-half mile from the park entrance and ends within 600 feet of the eponymous Natural Bridge. This attraction is open daily from the first weekend of April through the last weekend in October.
Kentucky State Parks For pricing call and more information, call (606) 663-2922.
Of course, if you’re looking for a more thrilling way to experience this region, there are zip line tours that have thrill seekers hurtling through the Gorge at an incredible 55 mph!
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So the next time you venture to Natural Bridge State Park in Kentucky, do as the birds do, and enjoy it from above.
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Enjoying a birds-eye view of Red River Gorge is an experience for your Kentucky bucket list that’s sure to make you fall even more in love with the beguiling Bluegrass State. Visit the Natural Bridge Skylift website to learn more and plan your adventure.
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For pricing call and more information, call (606) 663-2922.
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Address: Natural Bridge Sky Lift Inc., 607 Skylift Dr, Slade, KY 40376, USA
