Berea College Forestry Outreach Center at the Pinnacles — Attraction in Kentucky

Friday afternoon. Few hikers. Covid safe(+-). I hike alone on weekdays. Never on weekends because hiking venues are like the beach.

Trails here are well maintained and well used. Indian Fort, East and West Pinnacles are the most popular. There are others that are posted if you want to explore more. Very little traffic on the less popular trails. Bring your medium dogs. Might be too steep for smaller or larger dogs.

Your first step out of the parking area is an uphill step, and it gets steeper until you reach the East West Pinnacles sign. West Pinnacle is easy for .6 miles. Last. 2 miles is climbing uphill over rocks and roots.. Definitely not for folks with ambulatory disabilities.

East Pinnacle Trail is .6 mile, easy walking for those without ambulatory disabilities. A better trail for young children age 6 and older.

Have fun. Consider the abilities in your...

At first, we went as a couple. The 2nd trip was a family afternoon with the kids. We took numerous pictures as we hiked up the different trails. Eagle's Nest is our favorite simply bc we enjoyed climbing up, over, and around the large boulders. The majestic view of the farm lands below is breathtaking. It's not too hard of a hike. We walked a total of 7 miles on Saturday while exploring the different trails. Steep enough to make my legs notice but it was just right for us. There are logs to duck under, climb on, swing from, and play in. Most importantly... we didn't see any snakes the...

My visit came exactly thirty-five years from the time I first visited, which was back when I was a freshman at Berea College! It brought back many great memories.

Over the years since my first visit, I found that this place had become quite exceptionally well taken care of and security was high end, so public safety was and is a priority!

Many accommodations were also added since I first came and much information was provided to the public about the area and plans for the future growth. Much historical data was availablen to the public as well. I highly recommend a visit...