Spring at Angel Windows

Map of Angel Windows Trail, Red River Gorge

Elevation Profile of Angel Windows Trail, Red River Gorge

Overview. I see something new on each visit to Angel Windows. While the double arch formation is a real beauty (the right side looks like a thoroughbred), the intricacies and other small windows woven into the fabric of this rock are nothing short of fascinating.

Route Type | Out and Back
Total Distance | 0.63 miles
Overall Difficulty | Easy

GPS Waypoints
Trailhead | 37.798764, -83.591189
Angel Windows | 37.799903, -83.592589
Very Wet Weather Falls | 37.800031, -83.593217
Angel Windows Trail Map
Red River Gorge Area Map

Parking. Several parking spots are available at the trailhead just off KY-715. With a short hike, vehicles shuttle in and out regularly on busy days.

Trail navigation. Locate the trailhead at the south side of the parking lot. From there, follow the trail and white diamond blazes to Angel Windows, passing a small rock shelter along the way. Take care with your steps, as a large number of exposed roots and slanted slope form the trail and more than a few hikers have wrecked ankles here. Arrive at Angel Windows and take them in. Moving past the windows around the rock face, arrive at the very wet weather falls. Turnaround and retrace your steps to the parking lot.

HIKER NOTE - Big Rains. The wet weather falls beyond Angel Windows require heavy, saturating rains, and visiting during a soaker would yield a nice scene beneath the falls looking out into the forest. Probably only a handful of days each year with the right conditions, but worth noting.

CAUTION - Deadly Drops. Long falls from high places are the #1 non-health related cause of death for hikers in Kentucky. Keep your distance from the edges of cliffs to avoid a deadly fall. Young children should be kept close.

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

Angel Windows Trailhead, Red River Gorge

Primrose-leaved Violet on Angel Windows Trail, Red River Gorge

Angel Windows, Red River Gorge

Gorgeous Sandstone Patterns at Angel Windows, Red River Gorge

Very Wet Weather Falls Past Angel Windows, Red River Gorge