Sheltowee Trace Trail

Kentucky's premier long-distance trail from northern Kentucky to Tennessee through the Daniel Boone National Forest.

Route overview

Region
Kentucky, United States
Distance
319 miles
Elevation gain
40,000 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
20 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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