Koomer Ridge Recreation Area
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.7840, -83.6326
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Koomer Ridge Campground is located off KY 15 and is a one-stop shop entry point for exploring the Red River Gorge. The developed campground provides 54 campsites suitable for tent camping, 19 of which may accommodate RVs with no hookups. Campground facilities include an amphitheater and bath house with seasonal showers. No dump station available. The area serves as a trailhead for Cliff Trail #206, Silvermine Arch Trail #225, Hidden Arch Trail #288 and Koomer Ridge Trail #220 which provide access to over 50 miles of trails throughout the Red River Gorge.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Koomer Ridge Recreation Area free?
No. Koomer Ridge Recreation Area charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Koomer Ridge Recreation Area?
Traveling east on the Mountain Parkway, take exit 33 at Slade. Turn left and then right onto KY 15. This campground is 5 miles on the left.
Nearby
- KOOMER RIDGE CAMPGROUND0.0 mi
- Indian Creek Camping Area5.8 mi
- Clear Creek Recreation Area18.2 mi
- Claylick Boat-In Campground20.9 mi
- White Sulphur Horse Camp21.1 mi
- ZILPO - DANIEL BOONE NAT. FOR.21.3 mi
- Zilpo Recreation Area21.4 mi
- Twin Knobs Recreation Area22.3 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
