Leopold Gap to Mercy Seat Overlook
Michael Harr Michael Harr

Leopold Gap to Mercy Seat Overlook

This hike features four overlooks on the Little Shepherd Trail Section of Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail and is part of the Great Eastern Trail - a 1,800+ mile trail under construction from Florida through the Adirondacks. This quick day hike is a great way to sample the amazing views and get acquainted with this gorgeous trail section in Kentucky.

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Little Shepherd Trail from Kingdom Come to US-119 - Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail
Vista, Pine Mountain Region Michael Harr Vista, Pine Mountain Region Michael Harr

Little Shepherd Trail from Kingdom Come to US-119 - Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail

What an exciting weekend on Pine Mountain! We backpacked the brand new Little Shepherd Trail Section of Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail (PMSST) between Kingdom Come State Park and US-119 TWICE, and it was AWESOME! There are SIXTEEN named overlooks on this segment with some of the biggest and best views anywhere in Kentucky! If you don’t have this trail on your list, put it at the top right now. It’s that good.

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