Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)
Daniel Boone National Forest, McCreary County, KY
Out-and-back trail in Daniel Boone National Forest, McCreary County, KY. Off-road (4x4, OHV) & Hiking.
- Distance
- 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 276 ft (84 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 1,302 ft (397 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)
How long is Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road) is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 276 ft (84 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,302 ft (397 m).
How hard is Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road) shaded?
Partly shaded (34% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
Is Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road) good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Also: Hiking.
Is this a good week for Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Blue Heron Road (Mine 18 Road)
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- Laurel Branch Road Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Blue Heron Overlook Trail Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Blue Heron Overlook Trail Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Long Trail North (Segment A) Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.8 km)
- Laurel Branch Horse Trail Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 5.5 mi (8.9 km)
- Blue Heron Loop Trail Daniel Boone National Forest · Easy · 6.2 mi (10 km)
- Blue Heron Loop Daniel Boone National Forest · Moderate · 6.3 mi (10.2 km)
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