Stanton District

705 W. College Avenue
Stanton, KY 40380
606-663-2852

District Ranger: Joy Malone
Counties: Powell, Wolfe, Menifee, Estill, Lee
Acreage: 62,550

Stanton district is best known for containing the Red River Gorge Geological Area, a primary recreation destination on this forest for hiking, camping, canoeing, rock climbing, hunting, fishing, and sightseeing. It is adjacent to Natural Bridge State Resort Park.

More detailed Stanton map

District Features:
• Red River Gorge Geological Area
• Clifty Wilderness Area
• The Red River, a National Wild and Scenic River
• Gladie Cultural-Environmental Learning Center
• Nada Tunnel
• Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail

Recreation Facilities:
• Koomer Ridge Campground
• 3 picnic areas
• 90 miles of hiking trails

Title: Stanton Ranger District
Last Updated: February 14, 2005