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Powell County Tourism - Red River Gorge

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Home of the Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Park - Powell County, Kentucky For more info go to www.visitpowellcounty.com

Promoting Powell County as a truly unique tourist destination with the Red River Gorge, Natural Bridge State Park, Pilot K**b State Nature Preserve and much, much more!

10/15/2026

It's almost here...Buckin' In The Gorge, a rodeo in the RRG! There is still time to secure your tickets for this Saturday, October 17th. Located at 11238 Campton Rd. Stanton, KY (At the Red River Gorge Petting Zoo)

Rodeo, live music, western themed vendors, food trucks, a mechanical bull and more.

We can't wait to see you all there!

10/13/2026

✨ New Powell County Tourism Brochures ✨

New brochures have arrived and we are so excited to share them with you! We are working on getting them out to all of the local shops and businesses. Stop in and pick one up at the RRG Visitor Center. We're OPEN daily and the fall season is in full swing.

10/12/2026

Fall colors in the Red River Gorge have begun. Get in another weekend paddle at Mill Creek Lake Kayak and Paddle Board rentals, take a gorgeous hike at Natural Bridge State Resort Park, or the RRG geological area. Explore a new spot in the outdoors, drive the scenic byway, hire a climbing guide, head to the via feratta, go for an off-road adventure, an underground kayak, a zipline over the trees, visit animals at the petting zoo, or enjoy a little putt putt!

There are so many outdoor adventures and activities for everyone to enjoy.

Come visit and stop in to see us at the RRG Visitor Center. We can't wait for you to explore everything the gorge has to offer.

📷: Billy Hikes

10/06/2026

Did you know that there is a RODEO COMING TO THE RED RIVER GORGE?!

Well, now you do! This is as real as it gets! Not only will there be a rodeo, but live music, western themed vendors, a mechanical bull, food trucks, and more!

Join us at the Red River Gorge Petting Zoo Co. on Saturday, October 17th.

Powell County Tourism is a proud presenting sponsor of this event!

Discounted tickets are available now at the link in the comments 👇👇👇

10/05/2026

We are ready for fall here at the Red River Gorge Visitor Center at Slade! Come on out and see us for all your maps and area information. We are open 7 days a week!

Powell County Tourism is hosting this month's RRG Chamber of Commerce meeting next Wednesday, October 14th at noon! The spätzle Factory will be on site co-hosting the event and serving up a $10 Chamber lunch special! Other refreshments will be provided as well.

Come on out and hear all about what we've been up to here at Powell County Tourism, get an update from Sarah with The Spatzle Factory, eat some delicious food, and network with local business owners. Event information can be found in the comments.

10/03/2026

🪕 Live Bluegrass 🪕

Visiting the Red River Gorge this weekend? miguelsclimbshop Miguels Pizza has free, live bluegrass this evening at 6pm.

Stop in and see us at the Visitor Center when you get into town. You can pick up maps, get area information, ideas of things to do, recommendations and grab a weekly event calendar.

Have an event you'd like to add? Head over to our event page and submit yours there.

Come adventure and explore everything the RRG has to offer. We can't wait to see y'all!

09/29/2026

We are thankful for our little group of 5! Together we picked up 33 bags of trash from Nada Tunnel to the bridge at 77.

Don't forget that you can help keep the Red River Gorge clean by picking up trash when you are out on the trail! Pack it in, pack it out!

Stop in and see us at the Visitor Center, show us a pic of the trash you collected, we'll give you a FREE Ale-8-One.

Let's help keep our backyard beautiful!

09/28/2026

🏍️ Kentucky Moto Fest 🏍️

Invitational & Ride In Bike Show is happening in Clay City, October 9-11th. Trail riding, bike games, dirt drags, hill climbs, live music and more!

1568 Little Hardwicks Creek Rd. Clay City, KY

09/25/2026

📖 NEW BOOKMARKS 📖

We have brand new bookmarks here at the Visitor Center. Aren't they so stinking cute?!? They are free! Did you know that we also have a little library at our front door. Take a book, leave a book, or drop off a few for others to enjoy!

Some of our favorite trails to read on are:
🔸Natural Bridge Original trail
🔸Whittleton Arch trail
🔸Gray's Arch trail
🔸Creation Falls via Rock Bridge trail

Don't forget that you can find books by local authors when you visit the RRG? Find some at Daniel Boone Coffee Shop Sticks, Stones & Stitches at the Natural Bridge Lodge gift shop and more!

Stop in and see us! We are open every day and have maps outside if you arrive after hours.

09/23/2026

🪕 Richard Jett Memorial Hoedown 🪕

You're invited to the Richard Jett Memorial Hoedown happening this Saturday, September 26th. 4pm until the last dance at Hoedown Island, Natural Bridge State Resort Park. Everyone is invited to join this family friendly event.

Historical exhibits, live music, food trucks, dancing, a silent auction and a reunion for past and present park employees.

Save the date and see you all this Saturday!

Address

30 L&E Railroad Place
Slade, KY
40376

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

6066631161

Website

http://www.gopoco.org/

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