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Rough Trail 25K

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  2. KY
  3. …Southeastern Kentucky
  4. …Daniel Boone National Forest
  5. Red River Gorge
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“The Rough Trail 25K is one tough race. ”

Michael Harr
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14.9

Miles

24.0

KM

80%

Runnable

1,312' 400 m

High

770' 235 m

Low

3,772' 1,150 m

Up

3,788' 1,154 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (5°)

85%

Max Grade (40°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Fall Colors · Geological Significance · Views · Wildflowers

Overview

Rough Trail has its name for a reason. With multiple 400-500 ft. climbs in and out of Red River Gorge, runners get plenty of vertical on classic singletrack!

Runner Notes

Steep, narrow at times, and technical.

Description

The lollipop loop course is a challenging route and aptly named. The trails included are Silvermine Arch Trail #225, Hidden Arch (#208), Koomer Ridge Trail #220, Buck Trail #226, Pinch-em Tight Trail #223, Gray's Arch Trail #205, and Rough Trail #221. The route has a lot of challenging ups and downs along the way as you wind through Red River Gorge. The scenery is outstanding.

Contacts

Local Club: Red River Gorge Trail Crew

Land Manager: USFS - Daniel Boone National Forest Office

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Michael Harr
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in Red River Gorge

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#4

in Red River Gorge

#19

in Kentucky

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A rare flat section on Buck Trail
Jul 9, 2015 near Campton, KY
The path less traveled.
Jan 31, 2016 near Campton, KY
The two adventurers below Grays Arch with an example of hard iron layer of Leisegang Banding in the foreground.
Feb 15, 2024 near Frenchburg, KY
The View
May 29, 2015 near Campton, KY

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