Princess Arch at Red River Gorge
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Simplenfun
N 37° 49.646 W 083° 37.171
17S E 269455 N 4189902
The Red River Gorge Geological Area has over 100 natural arches, the greatest concentration of arches east of the Rocky Mountains. Although Princess Arch is not the largest,it is well worth the short hike to see its beauty.
Waymark Code: WMC8AK
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 08/07/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member mtn-man
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From the Chimney Rock Trailhead follow Trail #233 Princess Arch Trail to Princess Arch. You will be on top of Princess arch in 0.3 miles. After crossing the top of the arch go another 50 feet or so and descend the easy unmarked trails on the left side of the arch to get underneath the arch. Be sure to look at the arch from both sides!
Photo of the Arch by itself?: yes

Type of Arch: Water Eroded

Type of Material:
Erosion and weathering sculpted the striking sandstone cliffs and intriguing geologic features that we see today in the Red River Gorge.
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