How long is Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge)?

1.5 miles, out & back, with about 500 feet of elevation gain — roughly 45 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge)?

It's rated Easy. a sandstone arch you can walk over

Where is Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge)?

Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge) is in Kentucky. a sandstone arch you can walk over

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Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge)

Kentucky

Distance1.5 mi

Est. time~45 min

Elevation gain↗ 500 ft

RouteOut & back

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Natural Bridge (Red River Gorge) is a easy 1.5-mile out & back hike in Kentucky with about 500 ft of elevation gain. a sandstone arch you can walk over.

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