Observe 8 Natural Arches-Tunnels on this beautiful 4.3 mile (approximately) hike throughout Carter Caves State Park. Witness unique geological formations as you gaze upon wind and water eroded arches and tunnels. Along the way you will hear about a bit of the park's alluring natural history. Expect some steep uphill and downhill terrain, bring water, snacks and be willing to have an awesome time! Plan hiking attire for the elements. Good hiking boots with good tread required, trekking poles might be a good option.

A multi-mile hike after a short drive to Cascade Cave. This will be an on-trail/off-trail hike up the valley paralleling the Cascade Cave System (Cascade, Sandy, Jones, Tire Creek, Waterfall caves) demonstrating a variety of impressive karst features including streams, an insurgence, springs, many cave entrances, a karst window, and arches. Time and weather permitting, various sandstone features can be visited as well (caves, springs).

Come learn all about the amazing diversity of organisms that inhabit the Carter Caves forest. We will discuss everything from why some trees make good whiskey barrels and others do not to how to use different plants when the zombies come. This hike will be about 1.5 miles in length along the Horn Hollow Trail.

Ever wonder what it's like to hunt for Bigfoot? Sasquatch inhabit some of North America's most beautiful expanses of wilderness. And according to the Kentucky Bigfoot Research Organization, Carter Country is one of the most active areas in the state for Bigfoot sightings! Join us on this hike to learn how to evaluate sasquatch food supply, water availability, and shelter options as well as common tree knocks, Squatch calls and tracking techniques - all while sharing Bigfoot facts and stories. This trip will take us hiking over several miles of hilly, uneven terrain. Dress for the elements and wear boots with good traction.

A hike to view surfaces features and topology shaped by karst processes in Horn Hollow and the lower portion of the Valley of the Caves. Horn Hollow is a hanging karst valley that is the last major side valley of the Valley of the Caves before it's junction with Tygart's Gorge. The trip will look at sinkholes, pits, cave entrances, swallow holes and resurgences and how these features were shaped by the development of caves in Horn Hollow over time.

A hike to view surface features and topology shaped by karst processes in the middle to upper reaches of the Valley of the Caves. The Valley of fhe Caves is the location of the major caves of Carter Caves State Resort Park. This hike will look at surface karst features related to Bat Cave, the largest cave in the Park, from truncated caves segments downstream of the cave to sinkholes and pits above the cave proper as well as additional karst features up valley from the furthest extensions of the cave, hinting at passages yet undiscovered.

During this four-mile hike, you will learn to decipher tell-tale surface features that are indicative of a dynamic sub-surface environment. Cave entrances, sinkholes, pits, shelters, springs, arches, and bridges will be featured on this scenic ramble. The hike follows the Three Bridges Trail, with several short off-trail ventures.

You don't need a yoga mat to get into a meditative state, put on an extra layer and your hiking boots and join us for a meditative hike designed to promote relaxation and mindfulness. This slow paced 2-mile hike is designed to help us tune into all of our senses and connect with the sight and sounds of nature that we will be immersed in. This hike is for everyone and no previous experience is necessary.

The beauty at Carter Caves State Park is demonstrated well in this moderate hike displaying natural stone bridges, stairs and the artwork of mother nature. As we hike you will see different ecosystems as we explore what the local animals are finding to eat in their natural habitat. If we have ice and snow be aware the bridges may be slippery. Please dress accordingly and wear appropriate footwear. We welcome the 50+ age group.