The trail is riddled with gorgeous views, an interesting history, and was an absolute pleasure to explore.
The trail starts at the Mammoth Caves National Park Visitor's Center and runs along an old railroad bed. The railroad was used by travelers long ago to visit many of the caves in the area. Long before it was a national park, the caves were owned by private businessmen who came together to build the small spur line to invite more visitors to the caves. Today's trail doesn't follow the original railroad exactly, as roads and other developments had already been built prior to the railroad trail opening.
Don't be misled, there are quite a few sections of the trail that are pretty steep, but the trail is very well maintained. It isn't a single track trail but is wide enough for several people to walk side-by-side.
Fall was definitely a gorgeous time to explore this trail with all the fall colors.
Clarinda's runs seemed to always be during sunrise or sunset when the sun really accentuated all the colors of the changing leaves.
While the trail started at the visitor's center of the national park, it was easily accessible from our RV park. If you're ever in Kentucky, we would highly recommend staying at the Diamond Caverns RV Resort. You can access this trail at the park's entrance, and then it's only 7 miles to the national park to explore the grounds or take one of the many tours of the caves.
Anytime there is an easily accessible trail, Clarinda is one happy camper. This gem was definitely one she is grateful to have been able to explore!
Jeff and Clarinda
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