Kentucky - Three Sisters Rock Trail No. 450

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Trail Description:

Three Sisters Rock Trail is a 1.1 mile loop trail. It is an easy walk with several rest benches. An overlook provides a view of Three Sisters Rock, a prominent bluff on the opposite side of the lake.

During the summer swimmers may be seen diving from the cliffs. THIS ACTIVITY IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND HAS RESULTED IN SEVERAL DEATHS AND SERIOUS INJURIES. Fluctuating lake levels make it difficult to determine the depth of submerged rocks and ledges. Swimmers can enjoy a safer swim at the developed swimming area located at Laurel River Dam.

Hiking the Three Sisters Rock Trail No. 450:

  • Parking: 30 cars at parking area
  • USGS Quads: Corbin and Vox
  • Connections: A short connecting trail leads to a restroom and observation platform. Spur trails lead to picnic tables.
  • County: Laurel
  • Restrictions; Closed to motorized vehicles and horses

Rules & Regulations
  • Do not camp within 300 feet of the waters� edge except at designated camping sites.
  • Do not camp within 300 feet of any road or trail leading to the waters� edge except at designated camping sites.
  • Do not swim or recreate within 100 feet of any boat launching or courtesy boat dock.
  • Do not fish from any boat ramp or courtesy dock.
  • Do not possess or operate a motorboat or other watercraft within an area designated �NO BOATS.�
  • Do not operate any watercraft in excess of idle speed in areas posted �NO WAKE� or �IDLE SPEED.�
  • Do not water ski or sled within areas designated as �NO SKIING� or �NO SLEDDING.�
  • Do not water ski after sundown or before sunrise.
  • Do not store or leave watercraft unattended overnight at a location not designated for overnight boat storage.
  • Do not launch a motor boat at a site not designated for boat launching.
  • Do not use steel drums or barrels as floating devices for powerboats.
  • Do not possess or operate a motorboat equipped with conventional plumbing without a sealed
  • sewage holding system or tank.

Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Three Sisters Rock Trail No. 450
Location of the Three Sisters Rock Trail No. 450: On London District Trails
Fee Area: No
Best Seasons: April to October
Length of Trail: 2 miles or less
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Easy:Intermediate

Travel Information
Trailhead Directions:

From I-75 at Corbin exit 29, take KY 770 west for 1 mile. Turn left (south) on KY 312 and cross the bridge for access to the picnic ground.

For more information on this hike
National Forest: Daniel Boone National Forest
Local Office: Daniel Boone National Forest
Address:
761 S. Laurel Road
London, KY, 40744
606-864-4163

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