Would you like to enjoy the dazzling autumn colors and a bit of adventure in the great outdoors? This is the right time to do that. Where? Nowhere else than in wooded Kentucky.
Why? The fall foliage is about to appear Highlight there soon. Moreover, the Bluegrass State is home to the 3 best drives to fall in love with this fallsaid a recent one questionnaire operated by Florida-based Gunther Volkswagen. About 3,000 people took part and revealed the 140 best autumn walks to take this year.
So what are the drives you shouldn’t miss on your Kentucky road trip? The most stunning seems to be the Red River Gorge scenic byway.
This 47-mile byway took sixth place, right behind Colorado’s popular Rimrock Drive. Located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, it features deep gorges, sandstone arches, dense hardwood forests, and multiple hiking trails. It takes about an hour to get through, but give yourself a little more time as there are plenty of interesting places to stop along the way.
Learn about the gorge and its history in the Gladie Visitor Centerexplore the banks of the Red River, or breathe the mystery of the Nada Tunnel. However, be careful: if you bring a camper or travel in a camper larger than 3 meters wide or 4 meters high: it will not pass through the tunnel. Instead, enter the canyon from KY 715 or from the north side of KY 77.
Another breathtaking ride that appeared on Gunther Volkswagen’s list is the Country music highway. It reached 45th place and will certainly be appreciated by music fans.
As the name suggests, it is home to a number of country musicians. In fact, it produced the most country music artists than any other region, such as Loretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, and Patty Loveless. And of course it offers fantastic scenery.
Finally, Bluegrass Park Road ranks 104th on the list. Some bits are part of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. It’s a good idea to spend the night somewhere and sample some local spirits and wine. It also offers numerous outdoor activities such as rock climbing, whitewater canoeing and mountain biking.
