The Bluegrass State has so much natural beauty that it’s easy to take it for granted. Lace up your hiking boots and surround yourself with nature; Battleship Rock Trail at Natural Bridge State Resort Park in Kentucky offers some of the most beautiful views you’ll find throughout the entire state.
Natural Bridge State Resort Park is located on the east side of the state, about an hour southeast of Lexington.
The Natural Bridge and Battleship Rock Trail feature some of Kentucky’s most stunning scenery. The loop trail is 3.3 miles long and considered moderately difficult.
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The trail climbs a total of 1,473 feet, but it’s so pretty that you might not even notice how strenuous it is.
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You’ll climb a series of wooden steps…
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…and cross a pretty wooden bridge along the way.
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Autumn is the perfect time to take this hike. You’ll be surrounded by the rich fall foliage that makes the landscape even more magnificent.
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Make this hike even longer by taking one of the many spur trails on the loop. No matter which trails you take, you’ll definitely want your camera to capture this scenic beauty.
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Have you hiked Battleship Rock Trail? We’d love to see your photos — share them with our readers in the comments!
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If you’re ready for some more short Kentucky trails, take a look at these 12 incredible hikes under five miles.
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