KY > FALL OR WINTER HANG?

**Moose** · 09-30-2015, 19:14

I was looking at this place but have not went and checked it out yet.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/...a/?recid=39572

**barbermike** · 09-30-2015, 19:42

Look really cool. Love to hike and hang. I'd only be good for an overnighter with my available time

**Broken Halo** · 10-01-2015, 07:45

Originally Posted by Woody361

I was looking at this place but have not went and checked it out yet.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dbnf/...a/?recid=39572

IMO most campers/backpackers would not like S-Tree due the ATV and locals traffic.

I think most of the campsites would lend themselves to hammocks though. If you go, keep in mind that there is no water source in the immediate vicinity.

**Frayed Knot** · 10-01-2015, 09:03

Originally Posted by Broken Halo

IMO most campers/backpackers would not like S-Tree due the ATV and locals traffic.

I think most of the campsites would lend themselves to hammocks though. If you go, keep in mind that there is no water source in the immediate vicinity.

I agree. Even the description in the link says heavy off road traffic on Weekends.

**Jimbeam** · 10-01-2015, 10:16

You look as if you want to car camp... Which is great... Gotta find a campground that has enough room for everyone

**Moose** · 10-01-2015, 11:33

After reading more about the ca ground in McKee Ky I have come to the conclusion that it's not going to work out for what we are wanting to do. Looks like Red River gorge is going to be the best bet. Has anyone ever stayed at Koomer ridge campground or are there any campsites that we can all get to easily so we can make it family friendly and still be able to hike if we want?

**Frayed Knot** · 10-01-2015, 12:08

Originally Posted by Woody361

After reading more about the ca ground in McKee Ky I have come to the conclusion that it's not going to work out for what we are wanting to do. Looks like Red River gorge is going to be the best bet. Has anyone ever stayed at Koomer ridge campground or are there any campsites that we can all get to easily so we can make it family friendly and still be able to hike if we want?

I did a day trip near there this spring. I cant remember if I hiked through that Camp Ground or not. I just dug out my map, and Koomer Ridge looks very promising as far as things to see. There is an Natural Amphitheater, Silver Mine Arch, and Hidden Arch are all near the Camp Ground. Looks like Parking and Bathrooms are close too. I have know idea about trees and Water sources though.

**Frayed Knot** · 10-01-2015, 12:36

RRG Map 001.jpg Im not sure how well this will work, but here is my attempt to upload the map.

**Ewker** · 10-01-2015, 12:50

you did good grasshopper

**Broken Halo** · 10-01-2015, 13:17

There is a limit of 6 people at single sites and 12 at double sites. I think if don't park at the site & you park in the hiking/backcountry parking you have to have an overnight permit.
Water and showers are not available during the "winter". I've never seen what the winter time frame is.

Another option might be the primitive camping along Tunnel Ridge Rd. There's no bathhouse or water (pit toilets only). But, there are some spots that like group camp areas.