Hiking
There are many hiking trails within the Daniel Boone Forest. Some of them are easy and some quite difficult. But, the Sheltowee Trail is perhaps the best known. This trail, which is 257 miles in total length, was named in honor of Daniel Boone who explored the land where it passes. Sheltowee (meaning Big Turtle) was the Indian name given Boone when he was adopted into the Shawnee tribe. The trail traverses some of the most scenic areas in eastern Kentucky. Hiking all or part of this trail provides a view of rock cliffs, natural bridges, and remote streams. The trail creates a link between many of the forest's developed recreation areas and offers overnight camping for hikers.
Jackson County encompasses approximately 35 miles of this trail and i
s open to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain bikes.
Jackson County encompasses approximately 35 miles of this trail and is open to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain bikes.
Flat Lick Falls - Gray Hawk, Kentucky