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Eagle Cliff Resort is a perfect Fisherman's Paradise offering:
• 15 acres of well-stocked lakes
• Comfortable, fully furnished cabins
• A lodge for fishermen's retreats or Sportsmen's Weekends
• Close proximity to major cities
• Great area attractions
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Natural Bridge State Park
Natural Bridge State Park is located close to Eagle Cliff Resort in eastern Kentucky.
It has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which Natural Bridge State Park takes its name. Located adjacent to the Daniel Boone National Forest, near the Red River Gorge Geological Area, the Natural Bridge spans 78 feet and is 65 feet high.
At Natural Bridge State Park, each season has a unique charm. Hikers are drawn to this rugged, scenic area of high stone cliffs and stone arches, but tenderfoots can also enjoy the scenic, ridge-top views from the park’s sky lift. [Natural Bridge map]
Natural Bridge in Natural Bridge State Park
Snowfall at Natural Bridge State Park
Hiking Trails & Naturalist Programs
The ten hiking trails range from one-half mile to seven-and-one-half miles. Trail maps are available at the Hemlock Lodge. The Nature Center, located on the ground floor of the Activities Center, houses exhibits about the park. Full-time naturalists program events and activities year-round focusing on native plants animals, geology, and local history. Daily summer activities are directed by recreation staff.
Hikers in Natural Bridge State Park
Hiking Trail in Natural Bridge State Park
"Exploring the Arches" Guided Hikes
January 14; March 18; June 17; July 15; Aug 19, 2006
Join a naturalist for these guided hikes throughout Kentucky’s land of the arches. You’ll get a good look at the area’s rugged cliff lines, rockhouses, rhododendrons, and natural arches. Destinations include White’s Branch Arch, Whittleton Arch, Kentucky’s Natural Bridge, and many other lesser known geological formations in the area!
Location: Each trip is different, distances vary from 6 to 12 miles. Duration: 6-9 hours.
Fee: $15 for the first trip $7 for each additional trip (Limit 12), includes guide, sack lunch and Natural Bridge Trail Guide bandana.
For more information or to preregister, contact Park Naturalist Zeb Weese at jason.weese@ky.gov!
Herpetology Weekend
April 21st – 22nd
Learn about nature’s most misunderstood critters! Experienced herpetologists will lead field trips in to the Red River Gorge to observe reptiles and amphibians in their native habitat. Collection is prohibited. Demonstrations will include live venomous snakes! Evening presentations will focus on reptile and amphibian conservation. Registration fee is $5 per adult and $2 per child.
For more information or to preregister, contact Park Naturalist Zeb Weese at jason.weese@ky.gov!
Wildflower Weekend
May 5th – 7th
The Natural Bridge area is home to hundreds to species of native plants; enjoy them this weekend with other botanists, gardeners, and nature lovers. Our field trips are for all levels of participation, from beginner to advanced wildflower enthusiast and from short easy walks in Natural Bridge to longer hikes in Red River Gorge. Our evening speakers will focus on the native plants of the region. Registration fee is $5 per adult and $2 per child.
For more information or to preregister, contact Park Naturalist Zeb Weese at jason.weese@ky.gov!
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