CLICK HERE for a simple map of the area. This doesn’t have every single detail on it but maybe easier to read than the larger map below.
CLICK HERE This has a list of the trails and such.
Things to know before you arrive.
• Clay City Exit 16 and 18 will be your first exits off of I-64 Exit 98 on the Bert T Combs Parkway heading east. Stanton Exit 22 will be your third exit prior to the Slade KY Exit 33. The Clay City and Stanton exits will have the convivence of fuel, fast food, grocery and liquor stores You may want to stop for these items at one of the three exits, as the next for some items will be another 10 miles after the Slade Exit 33 like for groceries, clothing or liquor.
The Clay City Exit 16 has several fuel stations, Jimmy’s Tire center, Superior IGA, DG Market, Red River Spirits, Legacy Liquor, My Little Finca Mexican Restaurant and Fast Food.
The Stanton Exit 22 has several fuel stations, banks and fast food establishments to choose from. Legacy Liquor, Kroger, Save-A-Lot, AT&T store, Parts City Auto, Advance Auto, Walgreens, Gift Shops: Sticks, Stones & Stitches, Clementines, Blessings Floral and Gifts. Clothing Shops: Just Plain Fancy and Tropical Tans. If you are in need of building materials, ACE Hardware and Rogers Hardware are on this exit as well. All are conveniently located off the exit.
The Slade Exit 33 offers several fuel stations and restaurants Red River Rockhouse, Miguels Pizza, Hops Fork, Red Point BBQ, Hemlock Lodge, Thatcher Barbecue Company and La Cabana Mexican that serves beer and some spirts. Daniel Boone Trading Post, Marathon and Shell Gas Station all sell a small selection of fruits and veggies
• Refuel your vehicle before you head out into the gorge if you are less than a 1/4 tank.
Emergency Information:
• The nearest auto stores; Stanton Exit 22
Advanced Auto
Parts City Auto
• The nearest Veterinarians from the Slade KY Exit 33
James CT. Cundiff, DVM PLLC in Beattyville, KY
Country Side Animal Hospital Mt. Sterling, KY (about 45 min).
• The nearest Medical Facilities from the Slade Exit 33
Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson KY (31 min)
Clark Regional Medical Center (about 33 min)
Mercy Health (22 min)
• Wolfe County Search and Rescue
