Red River Gorge Campground
Reviewed May. 31, 2018

Dispersed camping at its best

I've camped here at multiple locations - off Chimney Top Rd, Tunnel Ridge Rd at the Tar Kiln, and off Indian Creek Rd on the banks of the East Fork of Indian Creek. Each has its own unique qualities. All are great for tents or hammocks, just be prepared to have to prep the site a little since its the middle of the forest. Sites along the rim (on Chimney Top or Tunnel Ridge Rds) will not necessarily have a water source nearby. Tar Kiln does have a building with a pit toilet at the parking area. Each time I visited, there were other folks there of course, but not so many that you didn't feel out in the wilderness [which you are ;-) ]. Plenty of scenic views and hiking trails to falls, or arches, or narrow ridges, etc. It can be be time consuming to have to drive out to Slade for supplies, so make sure you have what you need before heading in.

SiteTar Kiln, Chimney Top Rd, Indian Creek
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Red River Gorge Campground by Clay A., May 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Red River Gorge Campground by Clay A., May 31, 2018