Snow Day at Devil’s Canyon Overlook
Map of Devil's Canyon Overlook (center), Red River Gorge
Overview. I stopped here twice waiting for the clouds to break and finally caught a big view with a beautiful sky. This little walk out overlook is always beautiful. It’s also a cool spot to watch sunrise as the sandstone cliffs light up with a little fog playing in the canyon when conditions are right.
Route Type | Out and Back
Total Distance | 15 paces
Elevation Gain | Doesn’t Matter
Overall Difficulty | Easy
GPS Waypoints
Roadside Parking | 37.812214, -83.589998
Devil’s Canyon Overlook | 37.812422, -83.590381
Red River Gorge Area Map
Parking. Room for up to three vehicles is available across from the overlook on Sky Bridge Road. Additional parking with a road walk is available further down the road, at the picnic area, and at the larger Sky Bridge parking lot.
Trail Navigation. This is a drive up overlook with the viewing area visible from the road. Walk out and enjoy!
RULE REMINDER - Day Use ONLY. No camping is permitted here - and that’s a good thing. Rather than clogging up parking with campers and backpackers, you’ll find plenty of spots early morning and late afternoon even on busy weekends.
HIKER NOTE - Snow and Ice. Whenever these are present, stay behind the fenced area. An exposed patch of rock is located on approach left, but when snow or ice are here, it’s a bad idea to temp Old Man Winter.
HIKER NOTE - Last Stop of the Day. If you’re hiked out, stop here to enjoy sunset without having to hike-hike. Grab a soda and have a sit here.
CAUTION - Poisonous Snakes. Copperheads and timber rattlesnakes can be found in the area. Should you encounter one, stop and slowly back away. Always give venomous snakes a wide berth. Know Before You Go => University of Kentucky Venomous Snake Guide
CAUTION - Black Bears. Ursus Americanus - a.k.a. the American black bear is growing in population throughout much of Kentucky. Know Before You Go => US Forest Service Black Bear Safety Tips
Devil's Canyon Overlook Sign, Red River Gorge
On the Short Walk to Devil's Canyon Overlook, Red River Gorge
Devil's Canyon Overlook, Red River Gorge