Trails & Outdoor Recreation

A scenic overlook trail in Kingdom Come State Park leading to one of the highest viewpoints with stunning vistas of Black Mountain and the Cumberland Plateau.

A peaceful forest path through the Pine Mountain Settlement School grounds, offering a serene hike through Appalachian hardwood forest.

Over 150 miles of off-road trails across 7,000 acres with terrain ranging from easy gravel roads to extreme technical challenges.

A spectacular 38-mile scenic drive along Pine Mountain's crest with over 350 twists and turns offering breathtaking mountain overlooks.

A network of 14 hiking trails totaling 5 miles through rugged mountain terrain with massive rock formations and scenic overlooks.

A spectacular trail running along the top of a 290-foot sandstone cliff formation with breathtaking views in Kingdom Come State Park.

A fascinating trail leading to a natural sandstone bridge formation resembling a giant fallen log.

A peaceful trail at Kingdom Come State Park perfect for nature observation and quiet forest walking.

A trail through excellent wild turkey habitat at Kingdom Come State Park.

A loop trail around the fishing lake at Kingdom Come State Park, offering easy waterside walking.

A trail at Kingdom Come State Park through habitat favored by groundhogs and other small mammals.

A 0.5-mile trail at Kingdom Come State Park through forest habitat home to Virginia opossums.

A trail through areas with abundant ivy and diverse ground cover at Kingdom Come State Park.

A trail through pine-dominated areas at Kingdom Come State Park on Pine Mountain.

A trail through mountain laurel thickets at Kingdom Come State Park, spectacular during bloom season.

A dramatic trail following a narrow ridge line at Kingdom Come State Park with exposure on both sides.

A trail leading to a natural rock amphitheater with cave-like features at Kingdom Come State Park.

A short but exciting hike featuring rock scrambling up a chain to reach an epic overlook point in Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A beautiful 1.5-mile trail through rhododendron and hemlock forest leading to a picturesque waterfall in Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A loop trail visiting a large sandstone rock shelter that once provided shelter for travelers and Native Americans.

An extended trail featuring natural rock arches including Bear Rock Arch and Lighthouse Arch, perfect for adventurous hikers.

A 0.75-mile trail in Pine Mountain State Resort Park leading to an impressive balanced rock formation.

A peaceful forest walk through stands of towering hemlock trees, offering shade and tranquility at Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A ridge-top trail at Pine Mountain State Resort Park offering elevated forest hiking.

A springtime favorite at Pine Mountain State Resort Park showcasing native azalea blooms.

A shaded trail at Pine Mountain State Resort Park featuring lush fern displays in moist forest environments.

A streamside trail at Pine Mountain State Resort Park following Clear Creek and historic railroad grade.

A trail through pine-dominated forest at Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A trail leading to scenic views of the town of Pineville and surrounding valley at Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A trail to a scenic overlook with an intriguing name at Pine Mountain State Resort Park.

A challenging hike to a massive limestone outcropping towering 3,500 feet above the valley floor with breathtaking views into Virginia.

A beautiful hike through the forest leading to an impressive cave with cold air flow and stunning rock formations.

A short historic hike to the point where Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia meet, featuring Civil War history and overlooks.

Walk the historic path blazed by Daniel Boone in 1775, following the famous route settlers took through the Appalachian Mountains.

A very short, accessible walk from the parking area to a spectacular overlook at 2,440 feet with panoramic views of three states.

A moderate trail through Cumberland Gap National Historical Park exploring one of the lesser-known mountain gaps.

A multi-use paved trail perfect for walking, biking, and accessibility, offering an easy way to explore the Cumberland Gap area.