Daniel Boone National Forest

Daniel Boone National Forest  – The forest has more than 600 miles of trail.  Here is a long page with links to descriptions for each day use trail, but no way of telling which ones are accessible without visiting each link.    Their phone number is 859-745-3100.   Here is their website.

HikerwithcaneNatural Arch Scenic Area  –  Picnic sites, restrooms and most pathways within the picnic area are accessible. Here is the AllTrails description.

Wheelchair AccessibleNatural Arch Trail  is a one mile, paved path from the parking area to the base of the arch. Here is another reference to the trail

Wheelchair AccessibleBarren Fork Accessible Heritage Trail is a paved, 0.75 mile trail to the overlook of the arch.

Thank you to Myra Williamson for this helpful reply to my query about accessibility:  “Our other trails are highly variable, with both easy and difficult sections found along most routes.  Therefore, we do not advertise other trails as accessible.    Due to the rugged, hilly nature of the forests in Kentucky most will not be accessible.  However,  we encourage visitors to explore and try new trails to see if they are suitable for their needs.

There are a few other opportunities on the forest that may be of interest to your readers.  The Alpine Picnic Area does not offer trails, but is a newly renovated picnic area with accessible picnic sites, group shelter, playground and vault toilets.  It may be of interest to individuals looking for a place to host a reunion or take the family for a picnic.

Many of the boat ramps at Cave Run Lake and Laurel River Lake provide at least one accessible parking space and an accessible vault toilet.

On the north end of the forest in Red River Gorge Geological Area, Skybridge provides an accessible overlook of the arch.  Nearby is Gladie Cultural Learning Center (visitor center) which is also accessible.  This area includes a designated scenic byway which is great for individuals with limited mobility.  It provides an opportunity to drive through a very scenic part of the forest, with the two stops mentioned where they can get out and experience the outdoors in a setting that is accessible.”