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Post by Paul Sheppard on Feb 7, 2014 0:18:02 GMT -5
Winter Weather Shuts Down Red River Gorge RoadsThe freezing rain and winter weather have wreaked havoc on yards, trees and streets, however they have also made it dangerous in parts of the Red River Gorge. Therefore forestry officials closed several roads and a campsite on Thursday in effort to keep people safe. While it may look like a winter wonderland, all of the ice is forcing some campers to turn around. "I'm looking for some friends. We camp here the second week of February every year and I am having trouble finding them with all of these roads closed," said Gary Bailey. Bailey traveled from Cincinnati to the Red River Gorge and drove up to several closed gates. Indian Creek, Chimney Top, Rock Bridge, Tunnel Ridge and Sky Bridge Roads were all closed Thursday, along with the Koomer Ridge Campgrounds. Read More: www.lex18.com/news/winter-weather-shuts-down-red-river-gorge-roads/
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Post by Paul Sheppard on Feb 22, 2014 10:56:51 GMT -5
For Immediate Release Contact: Tim Eling 606-663-0576, ext. 101 Some national forest roads remain closed in Red River Gorge STANTON, Ky., Feb.21, 2014 – After two weeks of road closures due to ice, snow and downed trees, some Forest Service roads remain closed in the Red River Gorge. High winds from Thursday night’s storm brought down additional trees along some roadways. The gravel roads to Indian Creek, Chimney Top and Rock Bridge will remain closed until fallen trees are cleared and road surfaces are dry enough to withstand rutting from vehicle traffic. Visitors, however, may park and walk into these areas. The roads that are currently reopened in the gorge are Tunnel Ridge, Sky Bridge and most of Koomer Ridge Campground. Some campsites will remain closed until they are cleared of downed trees and woody debris. National forest visitors should be aware that gravel roads and parking lots may be soft with the potential for some vehicles getting stuck or slipping in mud. Hikers in the gorge will likely experience multiple downed trees along the trails. The trails have not yet been assessed, but most damage is expected along ridge-top trails where ice accumulated more heavily. Hikers should continue to watch for thawing and falling icicles along the cliffs. For updated information contact the Gladie Learning Center at 606-663-8100 or visit the Daniel Boone National Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/main/dbnf/home. Kimberly J. Morgan Public Affairs Specialist Daniel Boone National Forest 1700 Bypass Road Winchester, KY 40391 kmorgan@fs.fed.us Phone 859-745-3107 Fax 859-744-1568
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Post by Greg Stamper on Mar 13, 2014 17:13:57 GMT -5
Thursday, March 13, 2014 All roads in Red River Gorge have reopened.
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