Can you hammock in Red River Gorge (Daniel Boone National Forest)?
Can I hammock here?
🟡 Restrictions apply
Yes, hammock camping is common here, but you must follow the gorge camping setbacks and buy a recreation pass for overnight parking.
The rules
- Camping within 300 feet of any developed road or trail in the Red River Gorge is prohibited.
- Camping within 100 feet of the base of a cliff or the back of a rock shelter is prohibited.
- Camping or fires in rock shelters are prohibited.
- We found no hammock specific rule from the Forest Service. Use wide, tree friendly straps.
Permits
Backcountry campers must display a Daniel Boone National Forest recreation pass on their vehicle between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.How sure are we?
Partly confirmed: no hammock-specific rule published. Last checked 2026-10.Sources
Rules change. Confirm with the land manager or campground host before you hang.
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