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Boone County Cliffs State Nature Preserve
4.3 ★★★★☆ 119 Google reviews · Running trail in Burlington, Kentucky · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 2.4 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Boone County Cliffs State Nature Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature preserve with kid-friendly hiking trails, and an overlook.
What runners say about Boone County Cliffs State Nature Preserve
“But the trails were well kept and I had an enjoyable hike.”
“The parking lot is small to keep down traffic, but it is a beautiful little hike if you can get a parking spot.”
Great trail. I would classify as difficult, well worth it. Boots a must. Bring water with.
Beautiful hike that was through the woods and well kept. Path was clear with no major ruts or branches in the way. I had a lot of fun and would love to do it again!
Quite possibly the best hiking trail in Kentucky (outside of The Gorge, of course). Huge trees of an old growth forest and a fern valley. BEAUTIFUL!!!
Nice hidden gem- quiet and more remotely located but still close enough to go to and enjoy. Trails were clearly marked. The initial half of the trail was uphill so be prepared. Nice views- took about an hour to hike the entire trail at a leisurely pace.
Trail conditions & character
“The parking lot is small to keep down traffic, but it is a beautiful little hike if you can get a parking spot.”
“The parking lot is small to keep down traffic, but it is a beautiful little hike if you can get a parking spot.”
Plan your run at Boone County Cliffs State Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Loop distance2.4 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitenature.org
- Phone(502) 573-2886
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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