Lodging, Food, & Local Attractions

  • Miguel’s Pizza

    The epicenter of climbing in the Red. They all congregate at Miguel’s at the end of a day of climbing for the best pizza in Kentucky. Located on KY
    Highway 11 north of Natural Bridge State Park, south of intersection of the Mountain Parkway and Highway KY 11

    Miguel’s also offers camping with showers, gear storage, and food preparation facilities.


  • Red River Rockhouse
    The Rockhouse is an eclectic, American cafe located at 4000 Rte. 11 in Wolfe County, KY, in the heart of the Red River Gorge!

  • Land of the Arches Campground
    New climber-friendly full-facility campground located on KY 715, just south of the Cliffview entrance and one mile north of the intersection of KY 715 and KY 11. Nice facilities, outstanding bouldering/climbing cliff adjacent to the campground.

  • Highlander's Loft
    Rustic country charm and spectacular cliff-top views of the Red River Gorge! The Highlander’s Loft log cabin is set up for 6 adults, has satellite TV, free wireless internet, a Jacuzzi and a gas fireplace. Rentals include bed linens, towels, toilet paper and paper towels.

    The cabin owners are rock climbers, climber-friendly, and avid supporters of Muir Valley. From the back door of the cabin, it is a short hike to the popular climbing crags of “Lady Slipper” and “Emerald City.”

    From Lexington, KY, take Interstate 64 East to the Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway, then 33 miles to the Slade exit. The cabin is about 4 miles south on KY11, just off Glencairn Road. Find it at mapquest, click red star on the map.


  • Rock Haven Rental Cabin
    Picturesque cabin nestled among rock cliffs and trees in a place of breathtaking natural beauty. Quiet seclusion and close to Muir Valley.

  • Lago Linda’s Campground
    A friendly, full facility campground near the Southern Region climbing areas (Mother Lode and the PMRP).

  • Red River Adventure
    Riverside cabin rental. Canoe and Kayak Rentals. In the heart of the Red River Gorge on Hwy 715, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 77 jct. 606-663-1012. rra@redriveradventure.net