About
Length (round trip)1.3 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain200 ft up
Typical time45 min
TrailheadMammoth Cave Visitor Center
SurfaceForest path along a bluff edge
Best seasonThe cave is 54F year round. Surface trails are best in spring and autumn; summer is hot and humid and the ticks are bad.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek🌲 Old growth

This scenic overlook along the often recommended Green River Bluffs Trail provides one of the best views of the path of the Green River as it winds through the park. The rivers play an important role in both the cave and surface waterway ecosystems , and the Green River is one of the most biodiverse rivers in North America. Learn about the hydrology of this resource at the information panel or take a break along the hiking trail. The site is also home to a long term air quality monitoring webcam .

Tips
The best surface walk you can start at the visitor centre. Spring wildflowers along the bluff are excellent, and it links with the Echo River Spring trail.
Location

Mammoth Cave Visitor Center

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